The Williston Parks & Recreation District (WPRD) is requesting qualifications from experienced firms to provide Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) services for the Raymond Family Community Center (RFCC) and Williston Area Recreation Center (WARC) Renovation Project.

The selected CMaR will provide both pre-construction and construction services and will work collaboratively with WPRD, JLG Architects, facility staff, user groups, City of Williston departments, and other project stakeholders throughout design and construction.

Project Overview

WPRD is undertaking a comprehensive renovation and modernization of the Raymond Family Community Center (RFCC), along with selected improvements at the Williston Area Recreation Center (WARC). The project is intended to improve accessibility, functionality, user experience, operational efficiency, and long-term facility performance.

The selected CMaR will provide preconstruction services including estimating, value engineering, constructability review, scheduling, phasing, and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development, followed by full construction management services.

View the full RFP on QuestCDN

Project Number: 10248359

How to Submit

Submission Method: Electronic upload through QuestCDN VirtuBid

Submission Title: WPRD RFP – RFCC & WARC CMaR Services

Deadline: July 13, 2026 at 3:00pm CT

SOQs must be submitted electronically as one (1) PDF file through QuestCDN. Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted. Responses that do not meet RFQ requirements may be deemed non-responsive.

RFP Timeline

• RFP Issued: June 16, 2026
• Optional Pre-Proposal Meeting: June 23, 2026 at TBA
  • In person at the Jordy Larvic Board room at the Williston ARC
    • 822 18th St E Williston, ND 58801
  • Online option coming soon
    • Meeting ID: TBA
    • Passcode: TBA
• Questions Deadline: July 1, 2026
  • Must be submitted through QuestCDN
• Addendum Responses Issued: July 2, 2026
• SOQ Deadline: July 13, 2026 at 3:00pm CT
  • Bids will be read aloud at the Jordy Larvic Board room at the Williston ARC
    • 822 18th St E Williston, ND 58801
• Interviews (if applicable): July 15-17, 2026
• Selection Recommendation: July 21, 2026
  • This will take place at the scheduled Williston Park Board meeting.

Construction Timeline

• Design Phase: March-August 2026
• Construction Documents: August-November 2026
• GMP Development & Procurement: November 2026-January 2027
• Anticipated Construction Start: February 2027
• Final Completion/Opening: January 2028

WPRD reserves the right to modify this schedule as necessary to serve the best interests of the District.

Note

WPRD reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, waive any irregularities or technicalities, request clarification of submitted information, and contract in the best interests of the District. Responses shall remain valid and subject to acceptance for sixty (60) days following the submission deadline unless otherwise agreed upon by the parties.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Williston Parks & Recreation District (WPRD) has concluded the request for qualifications process for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services related to the vertical facilities portion of the Williston Municipal Golf Course Renovation Project. Bid results will be announced at the June 16 Park Board meeting.

 

How to Submit

Email: Joe Barsh, Williston Parks and Recreation District Executive Director
Subject Line: WPRD RFQ – WMGC Vertical Facilities CMAR
Deadline: May 25, 2026 – 12:00pm/CT

SOQs must be submitted electronically as one (1) PDF file. Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted. Responses that do not meet RFQ requirements may be deemed non-responsive.

View the full RFQ here:

RFQ_WMGC Renovation_Vertical Structures CMAR 

 

Project Overview

WPRD is undertaking a comprehensive renovation and expansion of the Williston Municipal Golf Course (WMGC), including expansion from 9 holes to 18 holes. The project includes construction of multiple vertical facilities and associated site improvements.

The selected CMAR will provide both pre-construction and construction services and will coordinate closely with the Owner, design team, and other contractors.

Vertical Facilities Include:

• Overall Building Area (~15,000 SF):
  • Clubhouse (~8,500 SF) with dining, bar, event space, kitchen, and support areas
  • Cart storage and lower-level facility (~6,500 SF)
• Maintenance facility and equipment storage
• Irrigation pump station and associated structures
• Driving range building/enclosure
• Public restroom facilities
• Primary and overflow parking areas
• Associated site improvements tied to vertical construction

All horizontal golf course work (irrigation, grading, utilities, and course infrastructure) will be performed under a separate CMAR contract.

Timeline

• RFQ Issued: May 2, 2026
• Pre-Proposal Meeting: May 11, 2026
  • In person at the Jordy Larvic Board room at the Williston ARC
    • 822 18th St E Williston, ND 58801
  • Online click here to join 
    • Meeting ID: 258 410 305 050 480
    • Passcode: Yk3bk9HW
• Questions Deadline: May 20, 2026 at 12:00/CT
• SOQ Deadline: May 25, 2026 at 12:00pm/CT
• Interviews (if applicable): June 8-12, 2026
• Selection Recommendation: June 16, 2026
  • This will take place at the scheduled Williston Park Board meeting.
• Anticipated GMP Submission: July 20, 2026
• 2026 Golf Season: Design and pre-construction services
• Post-Labor Day 2026: Course closure and start of major construction
• 2027: Full construction season
• Summer 2028: Project completion and reopening

WPRD reserves the right to modify this schedule as necessary to serve the best interests of the District.

 

Note: WPRD reserves the right to accept or reject any or all items therein, to waive any irregularities or technicalities, and to contract in the best interests of WPRD. Responses shall remain valid and subject to acceptance at any time within sixty (60) days after the submission deadline, unless a longer period of time is mutually agreed upon by the parties.