RFP JMU-P3-2026 Conceptual Phase
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Agency & Value
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James Madison University
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PPEA 123672
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James Madison University (JMU) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) under the identifier PPEA 123672, seeking to engage a highly qualified and experienced private development partner or team for a comprehensive, phased campus development initiative. This procurement is structured under the Public-Private Education Facilities and Infrastructure Act (PPEA), enabling the University to leverage private-sector expertise, accelerate project timelines, and strategically allocate development, financial, operational, and lifecycle risks to the selected partner.
The primary objective of this procurement is to identify a partner capable of delivering a program of campus development that aligns with JMU’s adopted Campus Master Plan. The scope encompasses a broad, multi-phase approach, with the expectation that the selected partner will bring innovative solutions, best practices, and proven experience in large-scale campus or institutional development projects. The University is particularly interested in proposals that demonstrate a clear understanding of the complexities inherent in campus environments and that offer strategies for efficient project delivery, risk management, and long-term operational sustainability.
Key requirements for this opportunity include demonstrated experience in similar campus development projects, the ability to manage complex, multi-phase programs, and a track record of successful collaboration with public sector entities. The selected partner will be expected to assume appropriate levels of risk and responsibility across the development lifecycle, from planning and design through construction, financing, and ongoing operations as applicable.
This procurement is being managed by James Madison University, a state entity located in Virginia. The place of performance is within the state of Virginia (State Code: VA). Interested parties should note that the procurement is currently classified as "UNKNOWN" in terms of notice type and set-aside requirements; no specific set-aside or special considerations have been indicated in the available information.
The RFP was posted on February 7, 2026, with responses due by August 31, 2026. All relevant details, including the official notice and submission instructions, can be accessed via the Commonwealth of Virginia’s procurement portal at: https://mvendor.cgieva.com/Vendor/public/IVDetails.jsp?PageTitle=SO%20Details&rfp_id_lot=123672&rfp_id_round=0.
Contractors evaluating this opportunity should consider their capacity to deliver a large-scale, phased campus development program in alignment with a university master plan, their experience with public-private partnership frameworks, and their ability to assume and manage various project risks. This RFP represents a significant opportunity for firms with the requisite expertise to partner with a leading public university in shaping the future of its campus infrastructure.