REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS PROJECT TITLE: Construction Manager at Risk for New Cherokee Museum Collection Facility

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS PROJECT TITLE: Construction Manager at Risk for New Cherokee Museum Collection Facility The EBCI is requesting statements of qualifications from construction management firms or teams of firms for the purpose of selecting a Construction Manager at Risk (CMR). The CMR will work alongside the design team during the development phase of the project and will be fully responsible for construction of the facilities once a final design is complete. The project is a two and a half story structure containing approximately 35,000 square feet that will house archeological collections, laboratories, conservations labs and other resources to help the Eastern Band of Cherokee to preserve cultural resources. It will be located near the intersection of Galbraith Creek Road and Ela Road (US Highway 19), Bryson City, North Carolina 28713. Construction Management firms wishing to receive a "Request for Qualifications" (RFQ) package should contact Becky Bowe at (828) 359-6702 or by email at rebebowe@ebci-nsn.gov. Statement(s) of Qualifications must be received by 2:00 PM on June 2, 2026, at which time they shall be opened in accordance with TERO procedures. Any proposals received after this time will not be considered. Other critical dates and the project timeline are listed in the RFQ. Please be advised that Indian preference (TERO) regulations apply to the bidding and award of this contract. It is the responsibility of the contractor to insure delivery and receipt by the Project Management Program. If you have any questions or comments, please contact Becky Bowe at (828) 359-6702 or by email at rebebowe@ebci-nsn.gov. May 8, 15 2026 LGSC0513778