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Home My WebLink AboutOpening of Proposals - Howard Park Bandshell CMc - ZiolkowskiHOWARD PARK BANDSHELL PROPOSAL FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER as CONSTRUCTOR (CMc) SERVICES Submitted to: City of South Bend Board of Public Works 215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Suite 400 South Bend, Indiana Primary Contact: Jason Watts 574.287.1811 x270 jwatts@zbuild.com Project No. 125-052 Submitted by: Ziolkowski Construction 4050 Ralph Jones Drive South Bend, Indiana 46628 Secondary Contact: Sean Denison 574.287.1811 x269 sdenison@zbuild.com Date: August 11, 2026 A. Executive Summary B. Firm Qualiﬁ cations • Company Overview ` • Project Team • Safety Focus • Project Experience C. Project Approach • Local Labor & Subcontractor Prequaliﬁ cation • Bidding Services Approach • Glulam Construction • Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) • Conceptual Schedule D. XBE Participation E. Services, Fees, & Project Costs F. Non-Colllusion Non-Debarment AƯ idavit Non-Iran Form G. Certiﬁ cate of Insurance and Bonding H. Conclusion I. Attachments • Attachment A: Non-Collusion Non-Debarment AƯ idavit Non-Iran Form • Attachment B: Certiﬁ cate of Insurance and Bonding TABLE OF CONTENTS L A. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Howard Park Bandshell project is an exciting exclamation point to the redevelopment happening at Howard Park. The new bandshell will complement the existing park and ice rink and provide even more opportunities for the residents of South Bend to enjoy the outdoors and experience unique cultural exchange in our city. As outlined in the RFP, the Bandshell project will include an outdoor, open-air pavilion, with a performance stage, restroom, Green Room, A/V control/ electrical room, storage & utility room, perimeter fencing, and general site improvements. Ziolkowski Construction is privileged to submit this proposal to serve as Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) for this important project. We recognize the signiﬁ cance of this investment to the City of South Bend and share the City’s vision of creating a durable, sustainable, and iconic community gathering space that will serve residents and visitors for generations. With extensive experience delivering complex public and private construction projects throughout Indiana, Ziolkowski Construction brings a collaborative, transparent, and solutions-oriented approach to every phase of project delivery. Our team is committed to becoming an active partner with the City, Project Stakeholders, and the Design Team from the earliest stages of Preconstruction through Project Closeout and Post-Occupancy support. We believe that early involvement, rigorous cost management, proactive scheduling, and open communication are essential to achieving project success. Ziolkowski Construction understands the unique requirements of the Howard Park Bandshell Project, including the importance of maintaining a fair and competitive bidding environment, maximizing opportunities for local contractors and workforce participation, supporting Minority, Women, and Veteran Business Enterprise (XBE) goals, and ensuring full compliance with all state and local regulations. We are equally committed to helping the City evaluate sustainable materials, systems, and construction methodologies that minimize long-term maintenance costs while maximizing the facility’s service life and operational eƯ iciency. Our approach to establishing a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) is grounded in transparency, market-based pricing, and detailed cost analysis. By engaging trade partners early, conducting thorough constructability reviews, and leveraging our extensive pre-construction expertise, we can provide reliable budget information and help the City make informed decisions throughout the design’s development. Our goal is to provide cost certainty while preserving ﬂ exibility and quality. Throughout construction, Ziolkowski Construction will focus on safety, quality, schedule adherence, and stakeholder communication. Our experienced project team will provide hands-on leadership and coordination while implementing proven quality control, risk management, and project tracking processes. Upon project completion, we will continue to support the City through commissioning, training, documentation, warranty services, and long-term maintenance planning. We are excited about the opportunity to partner with the City of South Bend and contribute to the successful delivery of a landmark project that will enhance Howard Park and serve as a valued community asset for decades to come. B. FIRM QUALIFICATIONS COMPANY OVERVIEW Organization Ziolkowski Construction, Inc. 4050 Ralph Jones Drive South Bend, IN 46628 Mission: To deliver high-quality construction solutions through professionalism, craftsmanship, and exceptional service. We strive to earn the trust of our clients, invest in the success of our employees, and strengthen the communities that we serve. Core Line of Business: Professional Construction Management and General Contracting Services History In 1974, Ben Ziolkowski founded Ziolkowski Construction, Inc. in South Bend, Indiana as a commercial contracting business. Today, under the leadership of Jason Watts, Adam Bradley, and Robert Bash, we continue the tradition of quality and relationship-building that Ben initiated over 50 years ago. Over the years, Ziolkowski Construction has emerged as a major regional commercial contractor in Michiana, employing from 200 - 300 skilled tradespeople in six divisions: General Contracting, Concrete, Masonry, Masonry Restoration, Painting, and Design-Build. Company Structure Subchapter S Corporation / Established in 1974 (50+ years) • President: Jason Watts • Vice President: Adam Bradley • Vice President of Finance: Jennifer Alwine • General Division Manager: Sean Denison • Masonry Division Manager: Chris Siebenhaar • Masonry Restoration Division Manager: Cory Kring • Paint Division Manager: Greg Smith • Safety Director: James Keldsen Employees • OƯ ice Employees: 40 staƯ members • Field Employees: 200 - 250 Company Volume • Current Work under contract: $107M Certiﬁ cations • OSHA 30 Certiﬁ ed StaƯ • Indiana-qualiﬁ ed Public Works Contractor B. FIRM QUALIFICATIONS PROJECT TEAM With extensive experience in Municipal, State, Institutional, Healthcare, Commercial, and Industrial projects, our team brings a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities involved in building community-fo- cused facilities. Pre-Construction Services Team Our Preconstruction Team will be engaged during the design process to develop & reﬁ ne a project construction budget, to collaborate with the Design Team to deﬁ ne material & systems selections, to provide constructability re- view for the design documents, and to provide general feedback and direction for the design as it relates to budget and construction schedule. We propose the following Pre-Construction Team to guide this project: • Jason Watts President & Project Advisor • Sean Denison General Division Leader & Project Executive • Terry Allsop Preconstruction Manager • Marcelo Suvelza Lead Estimator • Lesley Annis Architectural Designer Jason Watts • Project Advisor • New Kankakee Valley Middle School, $17M • Hanover Middle School, $11M • UND Law Building Concrete, $4M • UND Raclin Hall Concrete, $3.5M • Elkhart Courthouse Building Concrete, Site Concrete, General Trades & Millwork, $10.5M • Purdue University, BS Building Construction Technology • Union Mason, BAC Local 4 • Jason has extensive experience across both General Construction and Masonry projects; his background in masonry, concrete, and the General Trades provides deep knowledge and expertise to lead the Z Team Sean Denison • Project Executive • IBEW Local #153 Renovation and Site Improvements, $6.0M • UND South Quad Women Residence Hall, Millwork, $1.3M • North American Signs, Director of Regional Services, 12 years • Timberline Rack, President and Owner, 14 years • National Store Fixtures, Estimator / Project Manager, 2 years • Lock Haven University, BA Political Science • University of Notre Dame, Supervisor Development Program • Pfeil Innovation Center, Innovation Leadership Immersion • A former Mayor of Buchanan, Michigan, Sean also served on the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals prior to joining the Z Team • 6 years of CMc experience Preconstruction Services Team Terry Allsop • Preconstruction Manager • Highland Public Safety Facility, $20M • Marquette Park Restoration, $30M • Department of Public Works Facility, $10M • Indiana University, BS Business Administration • Terry brings over 30+ years of construction management acumen to the Z Team with a wide range of public projects across the region Marcelo Suvelza • Lead Estimator • ZCI General Division Estimator responsible for Public Bids, Negotiated Bids, and for budgets for our clients • CMc Budgets for IBEW Local #153 -South Bend, $6.0M • CMc Budget for Sisters of the Holy Cross Heritage Archive Research Center (HARC) on Saint Mary’s Cam- pus, $7.0M • Budget for General Contractor on the Reins of Life Addition, $2.0M • Blending strong project management and estimating expertise, Marcelo has successfully delivered projects in the Design/Build, Commercial, K-12 Schools, Industrial, and INDOT sectors Lesley Annis • Architectural Designer • Architectural Designer & Project Manager with over 25+ years working experience • Local Firm Experience: Kil Architecture, 12+ years, & Arkos Design, 3 years • 15+ years of designing & managing local, community-focused projects • While at Arkos Design, served as Lead Designer & Project Manager for the Mishawaka Central Park Bandshell • Acquired understanding of grant funding pathways and processes (IHCDA & FHLBI grants, LIHTC) • University of Notre Dame, M.Arch, & Clemson University, BS Design Upon transition from Design to Bidding & Construction Phase, the Pre-Construction Team’s involvement will wind down, while the Construction Team will ramp up their activity and eƯ orts. The Project Executive will serve between both teams to provide consistency and clarity throughout the entire process. B. FIRM QUALIFICATIONS Construction & Safety Team The Construction Team will execute the build, focusing on the positive communication of goals and expectations with our team of employees & subcontractors. • Sean Denison Project Executive • Scott Quinn Project Manager • Matt Manikowski Field Operations Superintendent • Steve Prout Field Superintendent - Onsite • James Keldsen Safety Director Scott Quinn • Project Manager • Goshen Stamping, $1.5M • Urey Middle School, $650K • Concord High School - Jake Field, $942K • Bremen High School, $6.2M Matt Manikowski • Field Operations Superintendent • Experienced ZCI Project Supervisor • Union Journeyman Carpenter Local 413 • Coordinates manpower assignments between projects • Supports Project Supervisors & Project Managers • Coordinates Pre-Construction Conferences for major work scopes Steve Prout • Field Superintendent • IBEW Local #153 Renovation & Site Improvements, $6M • UND Morris Rohrs Restaurant Renovation, $3.5M • UND Main Building, Provost OƯ ic Renovation, $2M • UND Main Building, President’s OƯ ice Renovations, $1M • Camp Millhouse New Lodge, $2M Safety Team James Keldsen • Safety Director • Full-time Safety Director for all company operations • Provides Safety Training for ZCI Supervisors & Foremen • Consultant to Project Managers & Estimators for Safety Planning B. FIRM QUALIFICATIONS B. FIRM QUALIFICATIONS SAFETY FOCUS Safety Commitment Safety is our highest operational priority, and our safety record is exemplary. Ziolkowski Construction, Inc. employs a full-time safety director trained in OSHA, VERO, UND VP Safety, Aerial Lifts, Cranes, ScaƯ olding, CPR, and First Aid. Our Safety Director prepares site speciﬁ c safety plans and visits project sites weekly. Our ﬁ eld superintendents prepare job hazard analysis reports at the start of each day to prepare crews for safe working conditions. Site Safety Measures include: • Daily “Toolbox Talks” • Weekly inspections • Job Hazard Analysis reporting • Incident reporting • Subcontractor accountability PROJECT EXPERIENCE The following projects illustrate our relevant project experience. Ziolkowski Construction has built many park structures, from showcase bandshell pavilions down to utilitarian restroom buildings. We are proud to show several here: • Mishawaka Central Park Bandshell • Seitz Park Reconstruction and Bandshell • Brookview Montessori School Mishawaka Central Park Bandshell Location: Mishawaka, Indiana Construction Cost: $888,000 Project Scope: New Construction Bandshell, featuring: Open-air Performance Stage with exposed laminated roof decking Site Development (including site ramps, site stairs, underground utilities and drainage) Specialty lighting and A/V systems Challenges: Complex site logistics, access and drainage Public accessibility to the stage required substantial site walls and grading Space frame design and coordination Accelerated schedule Results: Completed on schedule Finished under budget Successful community activation City destination for music, arts, and culture Reference: Ken Prince, City of Mishawaka, Planning and Community Development kprince@mishawaka.in.gov 574.258.1625 Mishawaka Central Park Bandshell Seitz Park Reconstruction with Bandshell Location: South Bend, Indiana Construction Cost: $7.2M Project Scope: New Construction Bandshell and Restroom Remediation of retaining wall Site Development (including hardscape, underground utilities and drainage) New sidewalks and planters Challenges: The project site and work area is on an island in the St. Joseph River, which presented coordination challenges for staging, deliveries, and general work The proximity to the river resulted in the ground moving and vibrating from the natural river currents and the adjacent hydroelectric plant The project was bid and started in 2020, where many unknowns resulted in a volatile construction environment Results: Successfully delivered the project per plans and speciﬁ cations Upon completion of Phase 2 work, Seitz Park will become a City destination for music, arts, and culture Reference: Patrick Sherman, City of South Bend, Department of Public Works psherman@southbendin.gov 574.233.0311 Brookview Montessori School Location: Benton Harbor, Michigan Construction Cost: $1.5M Project Scope: This project involved the repair and replacement of existing structural Glu-Lam beams and columns that had failed at an existing Montessori school. The Z team worked with a structural engineer and the building owner to bring the structure up to code and permit occupancy again. Challenges: The logistics of beam and column removal proved diƯ icult. Temporary shoring of the existing exterior deck was required to allow for the installation of scaƯ old to perform the repairs. Results: Upon completion of these repairs, a new roof was installed, allowing the school to once again reoccupy the space. Brookview Montessori School C. PROJECT APPROACH OVERVIEW Our team will approach the Howard Park Bandshell project as a collaborative Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) focused on transparency, schedule certainty, cost control, long-term sustainability, and local economic participation. We recognize that this project will become a highly visible public asset and gathering place for the City of South Bend. Our role will be to provide proactive leadership during the preconstruction, procurement, construction, commissioning, and warranty phases while ensuring that hte City receives the greatest value from its investment. Local Labor and Subcontractor Prequaliﬁ cation We are committed to maximizing opportunities for qualiﬁ ed local and regional contractors, suppliers, and tradespeople. During preconstruction, we will conduct targeted outreach to local ﬁ rms and organize bid package reviews to ensure local businesses can eƯ ectively participate. Our subcontractor prequaliﬁ cation process includes evaluation of: • Financial stability and bonding capacity • Relevant project experience • Safety performance and EMR history • Workforce availability • References from comparable public projects • Schedule performance history • Quality control procedures • E-Verify compliance • MBE/ WBE/ VBE participation history • Ability to comply with City of South Bend requirements Prequaliﬁ ed contractors will be maintained in a project bidder database and invited to participate in competitive bidding events. All bid packages will be structured to encourage broad participation while maintaining project quality and schedule requirements. BIDDING SERVICES APPROACH Competitive Bid Packaging Working closely with the Architect and City, we will divide the construction documents into clearly deﬁ ned bid packages that maximize competition and provide ﬂ exibility for local participation. Potential bid packages may include: • Sitework and Utilities • Concrete Foundations • Structural Steel • Glu-Lam Structure Fabrication and Erection • Rooﬁ ng Systems • Architectural Woodwork • Electrical Systems • Audio/Visual and Performance Systems C. PROJECT APPROACH Competitive Bid Packaging (con’t) • Mechanical Systems • Landscape and Irrigation • General Trades Fair and Transparent Procurement All bid packages will be publicly solicited and competitively procured. We will: • Maintain complete bid logs • Conduct public bid openings when appropriate • Document all bidder communications • Prepare bid tabulations and recommendations • Provide copies of bids, reports, and procurement records upon request • Support City reporting requirements under Indiana law Self-Performance We recognize the City’s preference for reduced self-performance and will prioritize competitive subcontract bidding. GLUϸLAM CONSTRUCTION APPROACH The Glu-Lam structure represents a critical and highly specialized component of the Bandshell. Our approach will focus on early engagement and risk mitigation. Early Contractor and Fabricator Engagement We recommend early prequaliﬁ cation of ﬁ rms with proven: • Glu-Lam fabrication experience • Timber erection experience • Public venue and performance structure experience • Complex structural connection detailing expertise Early Release Packages Early procurement can signiﬁ cantly reduce schedule risk and material escalation exposure while allowing fabrication activities to occur in parallel with completion of ﬁ nal construction documents. To protect the project schedule, we would expedit early release packages for: • Glu-Lam Fabrication • Long-lead Structural Connectors • Specialty Hardware • Structural Steel Supporting Components C. PROJECT APPROACH Quality Assurance For the Glu-Lam package, we would implement: • Fabrication shop reviews • Material certiﬁ cation veriﬁ cation • Factory inspection visits • Moisture control inspections • Erection sequencing reviews • Connection detail veriﬁ cation Sustainability We will support sustainability objectives by evaluating: • Durable materials • Reduced maintenance systems • Energy-eƯ icient equipment • Lifecycle cost impacts • Sustainable procurement opportunities GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE ЂGMPЃ Our GMP process is structured as follows: 1. Evaluate the Opportunity • Complete a Go/ No-Go audit • Conﬁ rm the project ﬁ t, schedule, client, and available resources • Identify major risks before commiting 2. Review the Request for Proposal (RFP) • Review all drawings, speciﬁ cations, addenda, and contract requirements • Identify scope gaps, assumptions, allowances, alternates, and long-lead items • Document questions and clariﬁ cations 3. Develop the Estimate • Break the project into trade packages • Solicit competitive bids from qualiﬁ ed subcontractors • Prepare a complete estimate, including direct costs, general conditions, general requirements, and contingency • Ensure all subcontractor quotes are compared on an equal basis C. PROJECT APPROACH 4. Review and Validate • Conduct an internal estimate review with our Z estimating, operations, and management teams • Verify scope coverage, pricing, schedule, assumptions, risks, and contingency • Obtain management approval prior to issuing the GMP 5. Prepare the GMP Proposal We then assemble the proposal, addressing the following items: • Cost Summary • Clariﬁ cations & Assumptions • Allowances & Alternates • Preliminary Schedule • Exclusions 6. Submit & Transition • Submit the proposal on time and conﬁ rm receipt • Upon award, conduct a formal handoƯ to the Ziolkowski Project Management Team, transferring the estimate,subcontractor information, assumptions, schedule, and identiﬁ ed risks SCHEDULE D. XBE PARTICIPATION The Howard Park Bandshell proejct will be required to conform to the State of Indiana goals for XBE participation. While Ziolkowski Construction, Inc. is not a registered minority- or woman-owned business enterprise at this time, we do actively partner with local and regional subcontractors who are registered members of the following: • Minority Business Enterprises • Women’s Business Enterprises • Veteran-Owned Business The following is a list of XBE ﬁ rms that have participated and or bid on several of our past projects: XBE participation may include material suppliers as well as subcontracting opportunities. Although building construction projects located in the Michiana geographical area do not achieve as high of XBE participation as building construction projects in other urban areas of the State, we do have several XBE ﬁ rms that participate in our projects. In today’s market, it is infrequent that XBEs from other regions of Indiana are interested in traveling to our Region to perform work. We will notify XBE ﬁ rms as soon as potential scopes are identiﬁ ed, to share the opportunity to participate in this RFP. Ziolkowski Construction will contact potential XBE ﬁ rms directly to solicit their interest in participation and will document such eƯ orts. E. SERVICES, FEES & PROJECT COSTS Ziolkowski Construction understands that the project is currently in the conceptual design phase and that the estimated project value is approximately $6,000,000. The following budget is intended to illustrate our proposed compensation structure and the anticipated allocation of project costs. As the design progresses, we will continuously reﬁ ne the budget through estimating, constructabililty reviews, and value engineering to assist the Owner as they maintain the project within budget. CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT FEES Pre-Construction Services Pre-Construction Services are anticipated to span approximately six months beginning in September 2026. Services will include cost estimating, constructability reviews, value engineering, schedule development, design coordination, procurement planning, bid package preparation, and ongoing budget updates. Estimated Fee: $15,000 CMc Fee The Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) fee covers corporate overhead, project management, contract administration, procurement, ﬁ nancial management, quality assurance, and project closeout. Proposed CMc Fee: 2% of Construction Cost ($120,000) General Conditions General Conditions include the ﬁ eld management and project-speciﬁ c support necessary to successfully complete the scope of work, including supervision, temporary facilities, temporary utilities, site safety, mobilization, cleanup, quality control, temporary protection, project signage, and other project support costs. E. SERVICES, FEES & PROJECT COSTS Construction Contingency The 3% Construction Contingency included within the GMP is for minor scopes of work not covered by the Bid Packages and for minor modiﬁ cations to Design that are not Changes in Scope. Any unused contingency monies remaining at the end of the project will be returned to the Owner. Owner Contingency Costs typically paid directly by the Owner to fund owner-requested scope changes, design evolution, and unforeseen conditions. Any unused contingency monies remaining at the end of the project will be returned to the Owner. Cost Control Approach • Open-book accounting • Real-time budget tracking • Monthly forecasting • Early issue identiﬁ cation • Formal change management procedures Notes • The CMc Fee is based on the estimated Construction Cost and is subject to reﬁ nement as the project scope develops • General Conditions will be ﬁ nalized based on the approved construction schedule, staƯ ing plan, and project logistics • Bond and Builder’s Rish costs are preliminary estimates and will be adjusted based on market conditions and ﬁ nal contract requirements. • Construction and Owner Contingencies are included to address unforeseen conditions and design development and will be reﬁ ned as the project advances. F. NON-COLLUSION NON-DEBARMENT AFFIDAVIT Refer to Attachment A - Non-Collusion Non-Debarment AƯ idavit Non-Iran Form at the end of this submittal. Ziolkowski Construction maintains insurance coverage which exceeds the minimum requirements outlined in the RFP. Bonding Capacity • Single Project: $30,000,000 • Aggregate: $75,000,000 Surety: Liberty Mutual Refer to Attachment B - Certiﬁ cate of Insurance and Bonding at the end of this submittal. G. CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE AND BONDING H. CONCLUSION Ziolkowski Construction appreciates the opportunity to be considered for the Howard Park Bandshell Project and is conﬁ dent in our ability to successfully deliver the City’s vision. Our team brings the experience, resources, and commitment necessary to manage this project from pre-construction through ﬁ nal closeout while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and ﬁ scal responsibility. We understand that the success of this project will be measured not only by completing construction on time and within budget, but also by creating a facility that reﬂ ects the City’s goals for sustainability, community impact, long-term value, and public stewardship. Our commitment is to serve as a trusted partner, providing transparent communication, proactive leadership, and innovative solutions throughout every stage of the project. Ziolkowski Construction looks forward to the opportunity to work collaboratively with the City of South Bend, its consultants, and community stakeholders to deliver a high-quality bandshell that exceeds expectations and becomes a lasting centerpiece of Howard Park. We appreciate your consideration and welcome the opportunity to further discuss our qualiﬁ cations, approach, and commitment to the success of this important project. I. ATTACHMENTS Attachment A - Non-Collusion Non-Debarment AƯ idavit Non-Iran Form Attachment A - Non-Collusion Non-Debarment AƯ idavit Non-Iran Form Attachment A - Non-Collusion Non-Debarment AƯ idavit Non-Iran Form Attachment B - Certiﬁ cate of Insurance