ESBD_452539_1757446222663_02-3466 AE RFQ Information Sheet.pdf

The Texas A&M University System RFQ-02-3466 – Request for Qualifications

Fowler, Hughes and Schuhmacher Halls Plumbing Riser Replacement Texas A&M University College Station, Texas

The Texas A&M University System Office of Facilities Planning & Construction (FP&C) on behalf of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System (Owner) and Texas A&M University are soliciting statements of qualifications for selection of an Architect/Engineer (A/E) firm for the Fowler, Hughes and Schuhmacher Halls Plumbing Riser Replacement project (#02-3466) for Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, in accordance with the terms, conditions, and requirements set forth in this Request for Qualifications (RFQ).

The Fowler, Hughes and Schuhmacher Halls Plumbing Riser Replacement consists of replacing the plumbing stack and mechanical ductwork in twenty (total) CMU mechanical chases in Fowler (9), Hughes (6), and Schuhmacher (5) Hall's. The work will require CMU block wall demolition at restrooms, including the showers and the toilets adjacent to the chase of approximately 157 restrooms. Verification of the total number of restrooms affected and ADA updates required by the work will be performed by the Architect/Engineer during the design phase. Plumbing work will consist of removing and replacing the sanitary waste and vent piping system serving the lavatories in each dorm room, shower drains, floor drains and water closets from the main in the basement to the fourth floor in each chase. Water supply and return lines will be modified as necessary to connect to the new shower fixtures and water closets. Mechanical work will consist of removing and replacing the exhaust duct work system from the first floor to and including the exhaust fan on the roof. The new duct work will be a ceiling exhaust and include fire dampers. Architectural work will include building back 2-hour fire rated walls at the chase, showers with shower pans, wall surrounds, toilet accessories, floor drains, tile floors, walls, suspended sheetrock ceilings and timed radiant heat panels. Fire sprinkler piping will be modified as necessary to accommodate new mechanical, plumbing, and architectural layouts.

The Planning Amount for this project is $10,700,000. The Planning Amount includes an Amount Available for Construction Contract (AACC) of $8,788,204. Fees, furnishings, other work, miscellaneous expenses, and contingencies make up the balance of the Planning Amount.

This RFQ is the first step in the process for selecting an A/E firm. The RFQ provides the information necessary to prepare and submit Qualifications for consideration by the Owner. The Owner may select three (3) or more of the top qualified Respondents to present their qualifications during an interview.

** The RFQ documents must be accessed and responded to within e-Builder. The following link provides access to the RFQ package/documents:

https://tinyurl.com/3xevfh4y

Follow the instructions on the link to get registered within e-Builder. All addendums if any will be posted within this e-Builder site and not on the ESBD posting.

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Deadline: FP&C will accept qualifications uploaded to e-Builder until 2:00 pm Central Time, Tuesday, October 7, 2025. e-Builder will not allow uploads after the deadline. It is the responsibility of the respondent to ensure the qualification submission is uploaded prior to the deadline. No exceptions will be allowed for late submittals.

Any questions regarding this RFQ shall be directed to:

David Wilkinson The Texas A&M University System Office of Facilities Planning & Construction Phone: (979) 458-7043 E-mail: dwilkinson@tamus.edu https://tinyurl.com/3xevfh4y mailto:dwilkinson@tamus.edu