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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR

DESIGN/BUILD

Peter T. Flawn Academic Center Full Remodel FAC 21 RFQ No.: 25DBL003

Important Dates:

PRE-SUBMITTAL CONFERENCE: 4/29/2025, 9:00 AM CST

DEADLINE FOR QUESTIONS:

ALL RESPONSES DUE:

Via Zoom

5/13/2025, 12:00 PM

CST Via Email

5/30/2025, 10:00 AM

CST Via UT Box

April 22, 2025

Prepared by:

The University of Texas at Austin – Campus Operations

1301 East Dean Keeton, Austin, TX 78712 Cynthia Rangel, cynthia.rangel@austin.utexas.edu

Project Manager: Michael Williams, Planning, Design and Construction, University of Texas at Austin Contracts: Trina Bickford, Assistant Director, Campus Operations, University of Texas at Austin HUB Office: HUB Office Staff, HUB/Small Business Office, University of Texas at Austin mailto:cynthia.rangel@austin.utexas.edu

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1 - General Information & Requirements

1.1 General Information

1.2 Public Information

1.3 Type of Contract

1.4 Clarifications and Interpretations

1.5 Submission of Qualifications

1.6 Point-Of-Contact

1.7 Evaluation of Qualifications

1.8 Owner’s Reservation of Rights

1.9 Acceptance of Evaluation Methodology

1.10 No Reimbursement for Costs

1.11 Pre-Submittal Conference

1.12 Eligible Respondents

1.13 Historically Underutilized Business

Submittal Requirements

1.14 Certain Proposal and Contract Prohibited

1.15 Sales and Use Taxes

1.16 Certification of Franchise Tax Status

1.17 Required Notices of Worker’s

Compensation Insurance Coverage

1.18 Prevailing Wage Rate Determination

1.19 Delinquency in Paying Child Support

Section 2 - Executive Summary

2.1 Historical Background

2.2 Mission Statement

2.3 Project Description, Scope and Budget

2.4 Project Planning Schedule

2.5 Owner’s Special Conditions

Section 3 - Submittal Requirements For Statement of Qualifications

3.1 Respondent’s Statement of Qualifications

and Availability To Undertake The Project

3.2 Respondent’s Ability To Provide Design

Build Services

3.3 Qualifications of The Design/Build Team

3.4 Respondent’s Past Performance on

Representative D/B Projects

3.5 Respondent’s Past Performance on U.T.

System Projects

3.6 Respondents Ability to Manage

Construction Safety Risks

3.7 Respondent’s Ability to Establish Budgets

and Control Costs on Past Projects

3.8 Respondent’s Ability To Meet Schedules on

Past Projects

3.9 Respondent’s Knowledge of Current Design

and Construction Methodologies, Technologies, and Best Practices

3.10 Respondent’s Ability to Identify and

Resolve Problems on Past Projects

3.11 Execution of Offer

Section 4 - Format for Statement of Qualifications

4.1 General Instructions

4.2 Page Size, Binding, Dividers and Tabs

4.3 Table of Contents

4.4 Pagination

Section 5 - Attachments to the RFQ

5.1 Agreement Between the Board of Regents, The University of Texas System, Owner, and Design/Build Contractor

5.1.1 Anticipated Contract Provisions

5.2 Exhibit H: Policy on Utilization Historically

Underutilized Businesses

5.3 Owner’s Front End Documents

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR

DESIGN/BUILD

Peter T. Flawn Academic Center

FULL REMODEL FAC 21

RFQ No.: 25DBL003

SECTION 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION & REQUIREMENTS

1.1 GENERAL INFORMATION: The University of Texas System (“Owner”) and Peter T. Flawn

Academic Center are soliciting statements of qualifications (“Qualifications”) for selection of a Design/Build firm for 25DBL003; FULL REMODEL FAC 21 (“Project”), in accordance with the terms, conditions, and requirements set forth in this Request for Qualifications.

1.1.1 This Request for Qualifications (“RFQ”) is the first step in a three-step process for selecting a

Design/Build firm for the Project as provided by Texas Education Code §51.782(e). The RFQ provides the information necessary to prepare and submit Qualifications for consideration and initial ranking by the Owner. Based on the initial ranking, the Owner may select up to five (5) of the top ranked Qualification respondents to respond to a separate Request for Proposals in the second step of the process.

1.1.2 In the second step of the process, Request for Proposals (“RFP”), the top selected

Qualifications respondents will be required to submit additional information to the Owner, including fee proposals and general conditions prices (“Proposals”). The Owner will rank the Proposals in the order that they provide the “best value” for the Owner based on the published selection criteria and on the ranking evaluations.

1.1.3 In the third step of the process, Interviews, the “most” qualified respondents will be requested to attend an interview with the Owner to confirm their Proposal and answer additional questions. The Owner will then rank the remaining “most” qualified respondents in order to identify a “best value”.

1.2 PUBLIC INFORMATION: All information, documentation, and other materials submitted in response to this solicitation are considered non-confidential and/or non-proprietary and are subject to public disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 552.001, et seq.) after the solicitation is completed.

1.2.1 The Owner strictly complies with all statutes, court decisions, and opinions of the Texas

Attorney General with respect to disclosure of RFQ information.

1.3 TYPE OF CONTRACT: Any contract resulting from this solicitation will be in the form of the

Owner’s Standard Design/Build Contractor Agreement, a copy of which is attached to this RFQ.

1.4 CLARIFICATIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS: Any clarifications or interpretations of this RFQ that materially affect or change its requirements will be posted by the Owner as an addendum on the PDC web site (https://construction.utexas.edu/minor-project-solicitations). It is the responsibility of all respondents to obtain this information in a timely manner. All such addenda issued by the Owner before the proposals are due as part of the RFQ, and respondents shall acknowledge receipt of and incorporate each addendum in its Qualifications.

1.4.1 Respondents shall consider only those clarifications and interpretations that the Owner issues by addenda five (5) days prior to the submittal deadline shall be considered by respondents.

Interpretations or clarifications in any other form, including oral statements, will not be binding on the Owner and should not be relied on in preparing Qualifications.

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1.5 SUBMISSION OF QUALIFICATIONS:

1.5.1 DEADLINE AND LOCATION: The Owner will receive Qualifications at the time and location described below.

May 30, 2025 at 10 AM CST

The University of Texas Peter T. Flawn Academic Center

1.5.2 Provide a single .pdf of all required documents for Submission No. 1 Qualifications – the UT Box drop box must be used to submit responses. “Respondent’s Statement of

Qualifications and Ability to Undertake the Project” document submitted with each copy.

USE DROP BOX TO SUBMIT SUBMITTAL:

https://utexas.box.com/s/54ikpmy54022h8vkecr0bgem4vkpvyhw The file must be saved using the following naming convention:

Respondent’s name followed by “FAC, CP1016329, 25DBL003, Submission No. 1” Submission No. 1 must be received complete in the drop box by the submittal date: 5/30/2025 at 10:00 AM

1.5.3 Submit Submission No. 2 the HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP) as separate attachments to the Qualifications as described in Section 1.13. The HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP) is due by the date and time indicated.

USE DROP BOX TO SUBMIT SUBMITTAL:

https://utexas.box.com/s/d8ezoi7fxsgbfmwadaigzjyt8ghyx1e6 The file must be saved using the following naming convention:

Respondent’s name followed by “FAC, CP1016329, 25DBL003, Submission No. 2” Submission No. 2 must be received complete in the drop box by the submittal date: 5/30/2025 at 10:00 AM

1.5.4 RESPONDENTS ARE CAUTIONED TO READ THE INFORMATION

CONTAINED IN THIS RFQ SOLICITATION (INCLUDING ALL

ATTACHED DOCUMENTS) CAREFULLY AND TO SUBMIT A

COMPLETE RESPONSE TO ALL REQUIREMENTS AND QUESTIONS

AS DIRECTED.

1.5.5 All risks of failure to arrive timely shall be on the respondent. Properly submitted Qualifications will be opened publicly and the names of the respondents will be read aloud.

Join Zoom Meeting to RFQ Opening: https://utexas.zoom.us/j/94199669280 Meeting ID: 941 9966 9280 One tap mobile +13462487799,,94199669280# US (Houston)

+12532050468,,94199669280# US

Sign-in sheet for attendance will be provided in the Zoom meeting chat the day of the RFQ Opening on 5/30/2025 at 10:00AM. A link to the Sign-in Sheet will also be posted on the Planning, Design, and Construction website the day of the meeting.

https://utexas.box.com/s/54ikpmy54022h8vkecr0bgem4vkpvyhw https://utexas.box.com/s/d8ezoi7fxsgbfmwadaigzjyt8ghyx1e6 https://utexas.zoom.us/j/94199669280

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1.5.6 All questions and inquiries regarding this DESIGN/BUILD must be submitted via UT DropBox using the following link:

https://utexas.app.box.com/f/144df1c5dbe440c993ac3fbbd572029b

The University specifically requests all Respondents restrict questions to this drop box. If you do need to contact the University outside of the RFQ process, please direct all emails to:

Trina A. Bickford, Assistant Director, Contracts Campus Operations The University of Texas at Austin 1301 E. Dean Keeton, Rm. 2.102* Austin, TX 78712 Telephone: 512.471.3042* Email: Trina.Bickford@austin.utexas.edu

The deadline for questions/requests for clarification is 5/13/2025 at NOON at this time the UT Drop Box will be shut down and no further questions for clarification will be addressed.

The University specifically requests that Respondents restrict all contact and questions regarding this RFQ to the UT Drop Box. For electronic updates to the request for proposals, addenda and future work go to the Planning, Design, and Construction website at: https://construction.utexas.edu/minor-project-solicitations

1.6 EVALUATION OF QUALIFICATIONS: The evaluation of the Qualifications shall be based on the requirements described in this RFQ. All properly submitted Qualifications will be reviewed, evaluated, and ranked by the Owner. The top five or fewer ranked respondents may be selected by the Owner to participate in step two of the selection process.

1.6.1 Qualifications shall not include any information regarding respondent’s fees, pricing, or other compensation. Such information will be solicited from firms qualified by the Owner to participate in step two of the selection process.

1.7 OWNER’S RESERVATION OF RIGHTS: The Owner may evaluate the Qualifications based on the anticipated completion of all or any portion of the Project. The Owner reserves the right to divide the Project into multiple parts, to reject any and all Qualifications and re-solicit for new Qualifications, or to reject any and all proposals and temporarily or permanently abandon the Project. Owner makes no representations, written or oral, that it will enter into any form of agreement with any respondent to this RFQ for any project and no such representation is intended or should be construed by the issuance of this RFQ.

1.8 ACCEPTANCE OF EVALUATION METHODOLOGY: By submitting its Qualifications in response to this RFQ, respondent accepts the evaluation process and acknowledges and accepts that determination of the “most qualified” firm(s) will require subjective judgments by the Owner.

1.9 NO REIMBURSEMENT FOR COSTS: Respondent acknowledges and accepts that any costs incurred from the respondent’s participation in this RFQ process shall be at the sole risk and responsibility of the respondent. Respondents submit Qualifications and Proposals at their own risk and expense.

https://utexas.app.box.com/f/144df1c5dbe440c993ac3fbbd572029b mailto:Trina.Bickford@austin.utexas.edu https://construction.utexas.edu/minor-project-solicitations

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1.10 PRE-SUBMITTAL CONFERENCE: A pre-submittal conference will be held via Zoom Link.

https://utexas.zoom.us/j/91014347296 Meeting ID: 910 1434 7296 One tap mobile +13462487799,,91014347296# US (Houston) +17193594580,,91014347296# US

April 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM CST

The University of Texas Peter T. Flawn Academic Center

Sign-in sheet for attendance will be provided in the Zoom meeting chat the day of the pre-proposal conference on 4/29/2025 at 9:00 AM. A link to the Sign-in Sheet will also be posted on the PLANNING, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION website the day of the meeting.

1.10.1 A guided tour of Peter T. Flawn Academic Center will be included as a part of the conference agenda. This may be the only opportunity for potential respondents to view the Project site(s) before the submittal of Qualifications. Attendance at the pre-submittal conference is optional.

1.12 ELIGIBLE RESPONDENTS: Only individual firms or lawfully formed business organizations may apply (This does not preclude a respondent from using consultants.) The Owner will contract only with the individual firm or formal organization that submits a Qualification.

1.13 HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: It is the policy of The University of Texas System, and each of its component institutions, to promote and encourage contracting and subcontracting opportunities for Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) in all contracts. Accordingly, the Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) has adopted Exhibit H, Policy on Utilization of Historically Underutilized Businesses (See attached). The Policy applies to all contracts with an expected value of $100,000 or more. If PDC determines that subcontracting opportunities are probable, then a HUB Subcontracting Plan is a required element of the Qualifications. Failure to submit a required HUB Subcontracting Plan will result in rejection of the Qualifications.

1.13.1 STATEMENT OF PROBABILITY: PDC has determined that subcontracting opportunities are probable in connection with this procurement solicitation. Therefore, a HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP) is required as a part of the respondent's Qualifications. The respondent shall develop and administer a HSP as a part of the respondent's Qualifications in accordance with the PDC Policy on Utilization of Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB), Exhibit H.

1.13.2 Refer to Exhibit H, Policy on Utilization, Historically Underutilized Business (attached) and the Summary of Requirements for a detailed list of attachments required with the Qualifications.

1.13.3 The “Statement of Probability” determines the probability for subcontracting opportunities.

This determination will clarify which attachments, detailed in Figure 1, will be required to be completed and returned.

1.13.4 Submit HUB Subcontracting Plan as a separate submission apart from the submittal of qualifications.

1.14 CERTAIN PROPOSALS AND CONTRACTS PROHIBITED: Under Section 2155.004, Texas Government Code, a state agency may not accept a proposal or award a contract that includes proposed financial participation by a person who received compensation from the agency to https://utexas.zoom.us/j/91014347296

FAC CP1016329 D/B Request for Qualifications 04222025 Page 7 of 19 participate in preparing the specifications or request for proposals on which the proposal or contract is based. All vendors must certify their eligibility by acknowledging the following statement, "Under Section 2155.004, Texas Government Code, the vendor certifies that the individual or business entity named in this bid or contract is not ineligible to receive the specified contract and acknowledges that this contract may be terminated and payment withheld if this certification is inaccurate." If a state agency determines that an individual or business entity holding a state contract was ineligible to have the contract accepted or awarded as described above, the state agency may immediately terminate the contract without further obligation to the vendor. This section does not create a cause of action to contest a proposal or award of a state contract.

1.15 SALES AND USE TAXES: Section 151.311, Texas Tax Code, as amended effective October 1, 1993, permits the purchase free of state sales and use taxes of tangible personal property to be incorporated into realty in the performance of a contract for an improvement to realty for certain exempt entities that include The University of Texas System. The section further permits the purchase tax-free of tangible personal property (other than machinery or equipment and its accessories and repair and replacement parts) for use in the performance of such a contract if the property is "necessary and essential for the performance of the contract" and "completely consumed at the job site." In addition, the section permits the purchase tax-free of a tangible service for use in the performance of such a contract if the service is performed at the job site and if "the contract expressly requires the specific service to be provided or purchased by the person performing the contract" or "the service is integral to the performance of the contract."

1.16 CERTIFICATION OF FRANCHISE TAX STATUS: Respondents are advised that the successful respondent will be required to submit certification of franchise tax status as required by State Law (H.B. 175, Acts 70th Leg. R.S., 1987, Ch. 283, p. 3242). The contractor agrees that each subcontractor and supplier under contract will also provide a certification of franchise tax status.

1.17 REQUIRED NOTICES OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE COVERAGE: The

Texas Workers' Compensation Commission has adopted a new rule, 28 TAC, sec. 110.110, relating to REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDING OR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS FOR GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES. The rule applies to all building or construction contracts advertised for bid on or after September 1, 1994. The rule implements sec.

406.096, Texas Labor Code, which requires workers' compensation insurance coverage for all persons providing services on a building or construction project for a governmental entity. The requirements of the rule are set forth in the Uniform General and Supplementary General Conditions for University of Texas System Building Construction Contracts.

1.18 PREVAILING WAGE RATE DETERMINATION: Respondents are advised that the Texas

Prevailing Wage Law will be administered in accordance with the policies and procedures set forth in the U. T. System document, entitled "Prevailing Wage Guidelines." A copy is attached to the Special Conditions. The penalty for violation of prevailing wage rates has been increased from $10.00 per underpaid worker per day or portion thereof to $60.00.

1.19 DELINQUENCY IN PAYING CHILD SUPPORT: Under Section 231.006, Texas Family Code, the vendor or applicant certifies that the individual or business entity named in this contract, bid, or application is not ineligible to receive the specified grant, loan, or payment and acknowledges that this contract may be terminated and payment may be withheld if this certification is inaccurate.

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SECTION 2 – EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

2.1 HISTORICAL BACKGROUND: Nestled in the heart of the University of Texas at Austin, the

Peter T. Flawn Academic Center. After years of significant growth across The University of Texas at Austin campus, the University has chosen to build on this success by undertaking a thoughtful renovation of General-Purpose Classroom (GPC) 21 at the Peter T. Flawn Academic Center. This investment presents a unique opportunity to transform the GPC into more than just a classroom—it will serve as an interdisciplinary learning hub and a cultural and social anchor for the broader campus, fostering the exchange of ideas, curiosity, and innovation. The planning process has included extensive collaboration with the Provost, ADA/Accessibility Coordinator, Project Management Team, and Planning Team.

2.2 MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC) at the

University of Texas at Austin is: The provost's top priority is to create an accessible and innovative GPC that fosters collaboration and supports cutting-edge teaching and learning methods.

2.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION, SCOPE AND BUDGET:

Renovation of the FAC 21 auditorium classroom. The project will include new HVAC, electrical, AV, fixed seating, and accessibility upgrades. It will also include heavy demo and potential abatement. The construction cost allocated for this project is $5,750,000 to $6,250,000 (including the Design-Build fee).

2.4 PROJECT PLANNING SCHEDULE: Key Project planning schedule milestones are:

Owner conducts Pre-Submittal Conference 4/29/2025, 9:00 AM Owner receives Request For Qualifications 5/30/2025, 10:00 AM Owner issues Request For Proposals (to short-listed firms) 6/16/2025 (Approx) Owner receives Request For Proposals 7/7/2025 (Approx) Owner interviews Respondents (if applicable) 7/14/2025 (Approx) Owner executes Agreement 8/4/2025 (Approx) Owner authorizes start of Schematic Design Documents 8/18/2025 (Approx) Owner approves Design Development Documents 11/7/2025 (Approx) Owner requests Guaranteed Maximum Price Proposal (if applicable) 11/21/2025 (Approx) Owner issues Notice to Proceed for Construction 5/6/2026 (Approx) Owner accepts Substantial Completion of Construction 4/30/2027 (Approx) D/B Contractor achieves Final Completion of Construction 5/28/2027 (Approx)

2.5 OWNER’S SPECIAL CONDITIONS: The Owner requires full compliance with specification Division 0: Contract Requirements and Division 1: General Requirements. These specifications shall be a part of the Agreement (attached).

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SECTION 3 – REQUIREMENTS FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

Respondents shall carefully read the information contained in the following criteria and submit a complete statement of Qualifications to all questions in Section 3 formatted as directed in Section 4.

Incomplete Qualifications will be considered non-responsive and subject to rejection.

3.1 CRITERIA ONE: RESPONDENT’S STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS AND

AVAILABILITY TO UNDERTAKE THE PROJECT (Maximum points: 20 )

3.1.1 Provide a statement of interest for the Project including a narrative describing the respondent’s unique qualifications as they pertain to this particular Project.

3.1.2 Provide a statement on the availability and commitment of the respondent, its principal(s) and assigned professionals to undertake the Project.

3.2 CRITERIA TWO: RESPONDENT’S ABILITY TO PROVIDE DESIGN/BUILD SERVICES

(Maximum points: 10 )

3.2.1 Provide the following information on your firm for the past five (5) fiscal years:

Volume Annual number, value and percent change of contracts in Texas per year;

Annual number, value and percent change of contracts nationally per year;

Revenues Annual revenue totals and percent change per year;

Bonding Total bonding capacity;

Available bonding capacity and current backlog;

3.2.2 Attach a letter of intent from a surety company indicating your firm’s ability to bond for the entire construction cost of the project. The surety shall acknowledge that the firm may be bonded for each stage/phase of the project, with a potential maximum construction cost of $5,750,000 to $6,250,000 . Bonding requirements are set forth in the Agreement and the Uniform General Conditions for University of Texas System Building Construction Contracts.

3.2.3 Identify if your firm is currently for sale or involved in any transaction to expand or to become acquired by another business entity? If so, please explain the impact both in organization and company direction.

3.2.4 Provide details of any past or pending litigation, or claims filed, against your firm that may affect your performance under any Contract awarded by the Owner.

3.2.5 Identify if your firm is currently in default on any loan agreement or financing agreement with any bank, financial institution, or other entity? If so, specify date(s), details, circumstances, and prospects for resolution.

3.2.6 Does any relationship exist by relative, business associate, capital funding agreement, or any other such kinship between your firm and any Owner employee, officer or Regent? If so, please explain.

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3.3 CRITERIA THREE: QUALIFICATIONS OF DESIGN/BUILD TEAM (Maximum points: 20 )

3.3.1 Describe your management philosophy for the Design/Build construction delivery method.

3.3.2 Provide resumes of the Design/Build Contractor and the entire Design Team, including Architectural, Engineering and Technical Consultant members that will be directly involved in the Project, including their experience with similar projects, the number of years with the firm, and their city(s) of residence.

3.3.3 Describe, in graphic and written form, the proposed Project assignments and lines of authority and communication for each team member to be directly involved in the Project.

Indicate the estimated percent of time these team members will be involved in the Project for Pre-construction and Construction Services. Affirm that the individuals identified will be committed for the entire duration of the project.

3.3.4 Identify the proposed team members (including consultants) who worked on the Projects listed in Section 3.4 or 3.5 of this RFQ, and describe their responsibility in those projects compared to this project. Also, list other projects for which the consultant team members have worked with the respondent.

3.4 CRITERIA FOUR: RESPONDENT’S PAST PERFORMANCE ON REPRESENTATIVE D/B

PROJECTS (Maximum points: 10 )

3.4.1 Identify and describe the proposed Team’s past experience for providing Design/Build Contractor Services that are MOST RELATED TO THIS PROJECT within the last five (5) years. List the projects in order of priority, with the most relevant project listed first. Provide the following information for each project listed:

Project name, location, contract delivery method, and description Color images (photographic or machine reproductions) Final construction cost Final project size in gross square feet Type of construction (new, renovation, or expansion) Actual Notice To Proceed for Pre-Construction Services Actual Notice To Proceed, Substantial Completion, and Final Payment dates for

Construction Services Name of Project Manager (individual responsible to the Owner for the overall success of the project) Name of Project Superintendent (individual responsible for coordinating the day to day work) Names of Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical subcontractors Names of Architectural, Engineering and Technical consultants

References (for each project listed above, identify the following):

The Owner’s name and representative who served as the day-to-day liaison during the design and construction phases of the project, including telephone number Architect/Engineer’s name and representative who served as the day-to-day liaison during the construction phase of the project, including telephone number Length of business relationship with the Owner.

References shall be considered relevant based on specific project participation and experience with the Respondent. The Owner may contact references during any part of

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3.4.2 Identify a maximum of three (3) completed projects, of any type, for which your firm has received an award for construction excellence from a recognized organization and provide descriptive information for each.

3.5 CRITERIA SIX: RESPONDENT’S ABILITY TO MANAGE CONSTRUCTION SAFETY RISKS

(Maximum points: 5 )

3.5.1 Briefly describe the firm’s approach for anticipating, recognizing and controlling safety risks and note the safety resources that the firm provides for each project’s Safety program.

3.5.2 Describe the level of importance for Enforcement and Support of Project Safety that the firm includes in performance evaluations for Superintendents and Project Managers.

3.5.3 Describe the Safety and Insurance/Claims History information and weighting that the firm includes in the submission and award process for “best value” Subcontracts.

3.5.4 For all projects that the firm has managed (or co-managed) in the past five (5) years, list and describe all events or incidents that have reached any of the following levels of severity:

• Any occupational illness or injury that resulted in death or total and permanent disability

• Three occupational illnesses or injuries that resulted in hospital admittances

• Explosion, fire or water damage that claimed 5% of the project’s construction value

• Failure, collapse, or overturning of a scaffold, excavation, crane or motorized mobile equipment when workers were present at the project

3.6 CRITERIA SEVEN: RESPONDENT’S ABILITY TO ESTABLISH BUDGETS AND CONTROL

COSTS ON PAST PROJECTS (Maximum points: 15 )

3.6.1 Describe your fiduciary responsibility as a Design/Build Contractor using Guaranteed

Maximum Price contracts for publicly funded projects.

3.6.2 Describe your cost estimating methods. From any of three (3) projects listed in response to Section 3.4 or 3.5 of this RFQ, describe how the estimates were developed, how often they were updated and the degree of accuracy achieved.

3.6.3 Describe your cost control methods during construction and how you procure subcontracts, confirm scope, amount, and ensure proper payment. From any three (3) projects listed in response to Section 3.4 or 3.5 of this RFQ, provide examples of how these techniques were used and the degree of accuracy achieved.

3.6.4 Describe your methodology for working with the Project Architect/Engineer and their consultants to deliver a Guaranteed Maximum Price and to maintain the GMP throughout the design and construction process.

3.6.5 Provide a sample of a cost estimate used to establish a contract amount from any project listed in Section 3.4 or 3.5 of this RFQ.

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3.6.6 The Owner intends to accept a Guaranteed Maximum Price prior to completion of Construction Documents. Describe 1) Your process for ensuring that the Design Documents provide the information necessary to arrive at a complete GMP, including all Owner requirements with reasonable contingencies, and 2) Your process for subsequently ensuring that the 100% Construction Documents align with the project scope in the previously accepted GMP proposal documents.

3.7 CRITERIA EIGHT: RESPONDENT’S ABILITY TO MEET SCHEDULES ON PAST

PROJECTS(Maximum points: 10 )

3.7.1 Describe how you will develop, maintain and update the project schedule during design and construction to coordinate with the Owner’s project schedule. Specifically show how you will manage design consultants to maintain the design schedule. From any three (3) projects listed in response to Section 3.4 or 3.5 of this RFQ, provide examples of how these techniques were used.

3.7.2 Final completion is based on the beginning of the semester classes. Describe your approach to assuring timely completion of this project, including methods for schedule recovery, if necessary. From any three (3) of the projects listed in response to Section 3.4 or

3.5 of this RFQ, provide examples of how these techniques were used, including specific scheduling challenges/requirements and actual solutions.

3.7.3 Describe how you develop and maintain work schedules during design and construction to coordinate with the Owner’s project schedule. From any three (3) projects listed in response to Section 3.4 or 3.5 of this RFQ, provide examples of how these techniques were used.

3.8 CRITERIA NINE: RESPONDENT’S KNOWLEDGE OF CURRENT DESIGN AND

CONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGIES, TECHNOLOGIES, AND BEST

PRACTICES(Maximum points: 5 )

3.8.1 Describe your quality assurance program. Explain the methods used to ensure quality control during the Construction phase of a project. Provide specific examples of how these techniques or procedures were used from any three (3) projects listed in response to Section

3.4 or 3.5 of this RFQ.

3.8.2 Describe your procedures for implementing industry’s “best practices” as defined by the

Construction Industry Institute and similar organizations for:

Establishing and tracking project objectives Using project scope definition resources (i.e. Project Definitions Rating Index (PDRI)) in order to obtain complete and accurate design and construction documents from the A/E Partnering Cost tracking Change (order) management systems Total quality management for each phase, including close-out and commissioning

3.8.3 Provide an example of a successful constructability program used to maintain project budgets without sacrificing quality.

3.8.4 Describe your methodology for advertising, evaluating and selecting trade contrators for “major” institutions of higher education as a Design/Build Contractor.

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3.8.5 As the Design/Build Contractor, describe your relationship with the local subcontracting community. Provide a list of subcontractors that you have worked with in the past that you feel would be qualified to work on this project.

3.8.6 Describe how you have maintained security during the construction of an occupied facility listed in Section 3.4 or 3.5 of this RFQ.

3.8.7 Describe your past experience dealing with congested campuses/site conditions for any project listed in Section 3.4 or 3.5 of this RFQ. Describe how you will apply that experience to this project site, understanding that only minimal lay down area will be available and no construction personnel parking.

3.8.8 Provide any other details regarding special services, products, advantages or other benefits offered to the Owner by the Respondent.

3.8.9 Describe your experience with the planning and design of energy conservation measures and compliance with State of Texas Energy Code compliance requirements in order to achieve energy cost savings.0

3.9 CRITERIA TEN: RESPONDENT’S ABILITY TO IDENTIFY AND RESOLVE

PROBLEMS ON PAST PROJECTS(Maximum points: 5 )

3.9.1 Describe your understanding of the administrative challenges and opportunities associated with providing Preconstruction and Construction services for The University of Texas System on this project, and your strategy for resolving these issues.

3.9.2 Understanding the schedule limitations, provide an analysis of the Owner’s project planning schedule in Section 2.5 of this RFQ and describe your plan for communicating constructability, phasing, value engineering and other budget options in a form that will quickly facilitate the Owner’s decision making.

3.9.3 Describe your experience with renovation/expansion projects in occupied facilities.

3.9.4 For any combination of three (3) projects listed in response to Section 3.4 or 3.5 of this RFQ, describe any conflicts with the Owner, Consultants, Architect/Engineer, or subcontractors and describe the methods used by the Respondent to resolve those conflicts.

3.9.5 Provide examples of Design and Construction services provided that creatively incorporated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing solutions in similar structures.

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3.10 EXECUTION OF OFFER

NOTE TO RESPONDENTS: SUBMIT ENTIRE SECTION WITH RESPONSE.

THIS EXECUTION OF OFFER MUST BE COMPLETED, SIGNED, AND RETURNED WITH

THE RESPONDENT'S QUALIFICATIONS. FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN AND

RETURN THIS EXECUTION OF OFFER WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF THE QUALIFICATIONS.

SIGNING A FALSE STATEMENT MAY VOID THE SUBMITTED QUALIFICATIONS OR

ANY AGREEMENTS OR OTHER CONTRACTUAL ARRANGEMENTS, WHICH MAY

RESULT FROM THE SUBMISSION OF RESPONDENT’S QUALIFICATIONS, AND THE

RESPONDENT MAY BE REMOVED FROM ALL PROPOSER LISTS. A FALSE

CERTIFICATION SHALL BE DEEMED A MATERIAL BREACH OF CONTRACT AND, AT

OWNER'S OPTION, MAY RESULT IN TERMINATION OF ANY RESULTING CONTRACT

OR PURCHASE ORDER.

3.10.1 By signature hereon, Respondent acknowledges and agrees that (1) this RFQ is a solicitation for Qualifications and is not a contract or an offer to contract; (2) the submission of Qualifications by Respondent in response to this RFQ will not create a contract between the Owner and Respondent; (3) the Owner has made no representation or warranty, written or oral, that one or more contracts with the Owner will be awarded under this RFQ; and (4) Respondent shall bear, as its sole risk and responsibility, any cost which arises from Respondent's preparation of a response to this RFQ.

3.10.2 By signature hereon, Respondent offers and agrees to furnish to the Owner the products and/or services more particularly described in its Qualifications, and to comply with all terms, conditions and requirements set forth in the RFQ documents and contained herein.

3.10.3 By signature hereon, Respondent affirms that he has not given, nor intends to give at any time hereafter, any economic opportunity, future employment, gift, loan, gratuity, special discount, trip, favor or service to a public servant in connection with the submitted Qualifications.

3.10.4 By signature hereon, a corporate Respondent certifies that it is not currently delinquent in the payment of any Franchise Taxes due under Chapter 171, Texas Tax Code, or that the corporate Respondent is exempt from the payment of such taxes, or that the corporate Respondent is an out-of-state corporation that is not subject to the Texas Franchise Tax, whichever is applicable.

3.10.5 By signature hereon, the Respondent hereby certifies that neither the Respondent nor the firm, corporation, partnership or Owner represented by the Respondent, or anyone acting for such firm, corporation, or institution has violated the antitrust laws of this state, codified in Section 15.01, et. seq., Texas Business and Commerce Code, or the Federal antitrust laws, nor communicated directly or indirectly the Qualifications made to any competitor or any other person engaged in such line of business.

3.11 By signature hereon, Respondent represents and warrants that:

3.11.1.1. Respondent is a reputable company regularly engaged in providing products and/or services necessary to meet the terms, conditions and requirements of the RFQ;

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3.11.1.2 Respondent has the necessary experience, knowledge, abilities, skills, and resources to satisfactorily perform the terms, conditions and requirements of the RFQ;

3.11.1.3 Respondent is aware of, is fully informed about, and is in full compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations and ordinances;

3.11.1.4 Respondent understands (i) the requirements and specifications set forth in this RFQ and (ii) the terms and conditions set forth in the Contract under which Respondent will be required to operate;

3.11.1.5 Respondent, if selected by the Owner, will maintain insurance as required by the Contract

3.11.1.6 All statements, information and representations prepared and submitted in response to this

RFQ are current, complete, true and accurate. Respondent acknowledges that the Owner will rely on such statements, information and representations in selecting the successful Respondent. If selected by the Owner as the successful Respondent, Respondent will notify the Owner immediately of any material change in any matters with regard to which Respondent has made a statement or representation or provided information.

3.11.1.7 By signature hereon, Respondent certifies that the individual signing this document and the documents made part of the RFQ is authorized to sign such documents on behalf of the company and to bind the company under any agreements or other contractual arrangements, which may result from the submission of Respondent’s Qualifications.

3.11.2 By signature hereon, Respondent certifies that if a Texas address is shown as the address of the Respondent, Respondent qualifies as a Texas Resident Respondent as defined in Rule 1

TAC 111.2.

3.11.3 By signature hereon, Respondent certifies as follows:

3.11.3.1 “Under Section 231.006, Texas Family Code, the vendor or applicant certifies that the individual or business entity named in this contract, bid, or application is not ineligible to receive the specified grant, loan, or payment and acknowledges that this contract may be terminated and payment may be withheld if this certification is inaccurate.”

3.11.3.2 “Under Section 2155.004, Texas Government Code, the vendor or applicant certifies that the individual or business entity named in this bid or contract is not ineligible to receive the specified contract and acknowledges that this contract may be terminated and payment withheld if this certification is inaccurate.”

3.11.3.3 “Under Section 2254.004, Texas Government Code, the vendor or applicant certifies that each individual or business entity which is an engineer or architect proposed by Respondent as a member of its team was selected based on demonstrated competence and qualifications only.”

3.11.4 By signature hereon, Respondent certifies that no relationship, whether by relative, business associate, capital funding agreement or by any other such kinship exist between Respondent and an employee of any University of Texas component, or Respondent has not been an employee of any University of Texas component within the immediate twelve (12) months prior to your RFQ response. All such disclosures will be subject to administrative review and approval prior to the Owner entering into any contract with Respondent.

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3.11.5 By signature hereon, Respondent affirms that no compensation has been received for participation in the preparation of the specifications for this RFQ. (ref. Section 2155.004 Texas Government Code).

3.11.6 Respondent represents and warrants that all articles and services quoted in response to this

RFQ meet or exceed the safety standards established and promulgated under the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Law (Public Law 91-596) and its regulations in effect or proposed as of the date of this solicitation.

3.11.7 By signature hereon, Respondent signifies his compliance with all federal laws and regulations pertaining to Equal Employment Opportunities and Affirmative Action.

3.11.8 By signature hereon, Respondent agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the State of Texas, all of its officers, agents and employees from and against all claims, actions, suits, demands, proceedings, costs, damages, and liabilities, arising out of, connected with, or resulting from any acts or omissions of Respondent or any agent, employee, subcontractor, or supplier of Respondent in the execution or performance of any agreements or other contractual arrangements which may result from the submission of Respondent’s

3.11.9 By signature hereon, Respondent agrees that any payments that may become due under any agreements or other contractual arrangements, which may result from the submission of Respondent’s Qualifications, will be applied towards any debt including, but not limited to, delinquent taxes and child support that is owed to the State of Texas.

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3.11.10 By signature hereon, Respondent certifies that no member of the Board of Regents of The

University of Texas System, or the Executive Officers of the University of Texas System or its component institutions, has a financial interest, directly or indirectly, in the transaction that is the subject of the contract.

3.11.11 Execution of Offer: RFQ No. 25DBL003

The Respondent must complete, sign and return this Execution of Offer as part of their submittal response. The Respondent’s company official(s) who are authorized to commit to such a submittal must sign submittals. Failure to sign and return this form will subject the submittal to disqualification.

Respondent’s Name:

Respondent’s State of Texas Tax Account No.:

(This 11 digit number is mandatory)

If a Corporation:

Respondent’s State of Incorporation:

Respondent’s Charter No:

Identify each person who owns at least 25% of the Respondent’s business entity by name:

(Name)

Submitted and Certified By:

(Respondent’s Name) (Title)

(Street Address) (Telephone Number)

(City, State, Zip Code) (Fax Number)

(Authorized Signature) (Date)

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SECTION 4 – FORMAT FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

4.1 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

4.1.1 Qualifications shall be prepared SIMPLY AND ECONOMICALLY, providing a straightforward, CONCISE description of the respondent's ability to meet the requirements of this RFQ. Emphasis shall be on the QUALITY, completeness, clarity of content, responsiveness to the requirements, and an understanding of Owner's needs.

4.1.2 Qualifications shall be a MAXIMUM OF FIFTY (50) PAGES. The cover, table of contents, divider sheets, HUB Subcontracting Plan (Section 1.13), and Execution of Offer do not count as pages.

4.1.3 Respondents shall carefully read the information contained in this RFQ and submit a complete response to all requirements and questions as directed. Incomplete Qualifications will be considered non-responsive and subject to rejection.

4.1.4 Qualifications and any other information submitted by respondents in response to this RFQ shall become the property of the Owner.

4.1.5 Qualifications that are qualified with conditional clauses, alterations, items not called for in the RFQ documents, or irregularities of any kind are subject to rejection by the Owner, at its option.

4.1.6 The Owner makes no representations of any kind that an award will be made as a result of this RFQ, or subsequent RFP. The Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Qualifications, waive any formalities or minor technical inconsistencies, or delete any item/requirements from this RFQ when deemed to be in Owner's best interest.

4.1.7 Qualifications shall consist of answers to questions identified in Section 3 of the RFQ. It is not necessary to repeat the question in the Qualifications; however, it is essential to reference the question number with the corresponding answer.

4.1.8 Failure to comply with all requirements contained in this Request for Qualifications may result in the rejection of the Qualifications.

4.2 PAGE SIZE, BINDING, DIVIDERS, AND TABS:

4.2.1 Additional attachments shall NOT be included with the Qualifications. Only the responses provided by the respondent to the questions identified in Section 3 of this RFQ will be used by the Owner for evaluation.

4.2.2 Separate and identify each criteria response to Section 3 of this RFQ.

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

4.3.1 Submittals shall include a “Table of Contents” and give page numbers for each part the

4.4 PAGINATION:

4.4.1 Number all pages of the submittal sequentially using Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3, etc.); the Respondent is not required to number the pages of the HUB Subcontracting Plan.

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SECTION 5 - ATTACHMENTS TO THE RFQ

5.1 Agreement Between the Board of Regents, The University of Texas System, Owner, and

Construction Management at Risk

5.1.1 “Exhibit A” – Anticipated Contract Provisions for the DB Contract

5.2 Exhibit H: Policy on Utilization Historically Underutilized Businesses

5.3 Owner’s Front End Documents

5.3.1 Uniform General and Supplementary General Conditions for University of Texas System Building Construction Contracts (UGC) (current edition).

5.3.2 Owner’s Special Conditions

5.3.2.1 Design Criteria Manual

5.3.2.2 Appendix A: Pre-Design Plan

End of Section

CAMPUS OPERATIONS

Planning, Design and Construction

1301 E. Dean Keaton Street • FC-1, Suite 2.200 • Austin, Texas 78722 • Mail Code: D9400 • 512-471-3042 construction@utexas.edu

Flawn Academic Center – Classroom 21 Renovation

DESIGN CRITERIA MANUAL

The University of Texas at Austin is renovating General-Purpose Classroom 21 at the Peter T. Flawn Academic Center (FAC). This investment presents a unique opportunity to transform the auditorium classroom into more than just a classroom—it will serve as an interdisciplinary learning hub and a cultural and social anchor for the broader campus, fostering the exchange of ideas, curiosity, and innovation.

The planning process has included extensive collaboration with the Provost, ADA/Accessibility Coordinator, Project Management Team, and Planning Team.

DESIGN PROCESS

Timeline: SD Submission (October 2025), DD Submission (January 2026), Early CD Package (TBD) and CD Submission (April 2026)

Code Review

• Overview: As UT Austin is the AHJ, the project is assumed to adhere to the IBC based code requirements with the overlay of the applicable NFPA code sections. Should any conflicts between codes arise they will be reviewed and reconciled. The code requirements that the project is assumed to adhere to and will be the basis for UT Austin’s code review are as follows:

• 2021 International Building Code

• 2021 International Fire Code

• 2018 International Energy Conservation Code

• 2021 International Mechanical Code

• 2021 International Plumbing Code

• 2023 National Electrical Code – NFPA 70

• 2021 NFPA 4 Standard For Integrated Fire Protection And Life Safety System Testing

• 2021 NFPA 10 Standard For Portable Fire Extinguishers

• 2019 NFPA 13 Standard For Installation Of Sprinkler Systems

• 2019 NFPA 14 Standard For The Installation Of Standpipes And Hose Systems

• 2019 NFPA 20 Standard For The Installation Of Stationary Pumps For Fire Protection

• 2019 NFPA 24 Standard For Installation Of Private Fire Service Mains And Their Appurtenances

• 2019 NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm And Signaling Code

• 2019 NFPA 80 Standard For Fire Doors And Other Opening Protectives

• 2021 NFPA 221 Standard For High Challenge Fire Walls, Fire Walls And Fire Barrier Walls

• 2021 NFPA 1

• 2021 NFPA 101

• Current Version: ASME A17.1-2016/CSA B44-16 Safety Code For Elevators And Escalators

• Current Version: SECO Energy Code For Texas State Owned and TGC 2166.402, TGC 447.004,…