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About this file
This file is an Architectural Space Program of Requirements document prepared by Facility Programming and Consulting for Sul Ross State University's Eagle Pass Campus Multi-Purpose Building 1 project in Texas. The document establishes comprehensive design and programming guidelines for a three-story, 40,218 gross square foot (26,216 assignable square feet) inaugural building on a newly acquired 43-acre campus site. The facility will accommodate 26,216 assignable square feet of space organized into six functional categories: Student Services (Welcome) at 150 asf; Administrative Spaces (Vice President and Dean's) at 1,819 asf; Police Spaces at 1,149 asf; Instructional Spaces at 18,060 asf including general classrooms, computer labs, science labs, and a library/learning commons; Administrative Spaces (Faculty) at 4,228 asf; and General Support Spaces at 810 asf. The project includes infrastructure improvements consisting of extended utilities (water, electricity, natural gas, communications, and stormwater management), roadway extensions from Medical Drive serving as the primary campus access point, and parking facilities accommodating approximately 410-435 spaces distributed across the site. The building will serve students from three Rio Grande area locations (Del Rio, Eagle Pass, and Uvalde) and support both undergraduate and graduate programs in Social Sciences, Education, Nursing, and Business.
The program document does not establish pricing terms, set-asides, or contract award dates, as it functions as a design and planning reference document rather than a procurement instrument. However, the related state and local contract opportunity indicates a Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) procurement with a total Construction Cost Limitation of $35,500,000 representing the owner's target Guaranteed Maximum Price. The CMR selection process includes qualifications and proposals evaluation (50 percent weighting each), with respondents required to submit pre-construction phase fees, construction phase fees expressed as a percentage of the GMP, and not-to-exceed General Conditions costs. Key procurement dates include an optional pre-submittal conference on April 30, 2026, a written questions deadline of May 8, 2026, and submission deadline of May 20, 2026, with CMR selection anticipated by June 25, 2026, and notice to proceed for construction scheduled for March 29, 2027. The project requires VetHUB (Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise) commitment with a full subcontracting plan, compliance with prevailing wage rates, and adherence to multiple state and federal certifications including cybersecurity training and various Texas Government Code requirements. Substantial completion is targeted for October 13, 2028, with occupancy anticipated by December 15, 2028, and liquidated damages assessed at $2,000 per calendar day.
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T H E S I T E
SRSU
43.3 ac.
SRSU
T H E S I T E
P H A S E 1 Building 1 – Multipurpose Building
(40,000 GSF)
• Three-story
Facilities Support Building (5,000
GSF)
• One-story
Entrances at N. Foster Maldonado and Medical Drive
Stormwater Infrastructure
• Naturalized grading for stormwater corridor
• Pipe stormwater from Medical
Drive to the channel
Total Parking = Approx. 410-435
An Architectural Space Program of Requirements for Sul Ross State University Eagle Pass Campus - Multi-Purpose Building 1
Draft Document - March 2026
An Architectural Space Program of Requirements for Sul Ross State University
Eagle Pass Campus - Multi-Purpose Building 1 Draft Document
March 2026
Foreword
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FF acility programming and Consulting was engaged to prepare the architectural space program of requirements for the development of the first building on of the Eagle Pass Campus for Sul Ross State University. The architectural program is intended to give the design team a “workbook” from which to design, listing all of the requirements for each space within the new Multi-Purpose Building
1. The architectural program is not intended to influence the creativity of the design team by advocating any design style or procedure. All diagrams and drawings contained herein are intended to illustrate the relation-ships involved, and are provided as an example to augment the text. The design team should not consider any of the diagrams a design directive.
This architectural program document is structured as follows:
1. 1. Project Need and Justification establishes the basis for the project. It describes why the project is required and affirms that it is in keep-ing with the stated direction of the institutional system and Eagle Pass Campus Master Plan.
2. 2. Site Requirements is an analysis of the proposed project site. A brief discussion of the project in the context of the site and an overview of applicable Texas State University System design guidelines are also provided.
3. 3. Space and Adjacency Requirements deals with the space require-ments and functional relationships portion of the program. It, along with the next chapter, comprise the majority of the document.
4. 4. Room Data Sheets outlines the project requirements that affect the design of the building including architectural, structural, mechani-cal and electrical requirements, finishes and illuminations, fixtures furnishings and equipment lists required for the proper design and construction of the individual spaces listed in the space summaries of the previous chapter.
5. 5. Other Requirements presents project requirements and reports created by engineering consultants that affect the design of the building other than those listed in Chapters 3 and 4.
6. 6. Codes and Standards identifies the standards and constraints which will control the project design..
7. 7. Preliminary Project Schedule describes the factors that may affect the project schedule. A project timeline will be provided by the contracted Architect or General Contractor dependent upon the construction method chosen.
8. 8. Contract Implementation discusses how the project will be executed.
Foreword
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The contents of this document are not for regulatory approval, permitting, or construction.
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Table of Contents
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Chapter Page Project Need and Justification........................................................................ 1.1
Site Requirements.............................................................................................2.1
Space and Adjacency Requirements.............................................................3.1
Room Data Sheets........................................................................................... 4.1
Student Services (Welcome)......................................................................................................4.3
Administrative Spaces (Vice President and Dean’s).......................................................... 4.7
Police Spaces................................................................................................................................4.17
Instructional Spaces...................................................................................................................4.25
Administrative Spaces (Faculty)...........................................................................................4.45
General Support Spaces...........................................................................................................4.55
Other Requirements.........................................................................................5.1
Codes and Standards....................................................................................... 6.1
Preliminary Project Schedule.........................................................................7.1
Contract Implementation...............................................................................8.1
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1Project Need and Justification
Project Need and Justification
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Introduction
FFacility Programming and Consulting was engaged by Sul Ross State University (SRSU) to prepare an architectural space program of requirements for the Multi-Purpose Building 1 at the Sul Ross Eagle Pass Campus. This chapter will review the needs for the first building on the Eagle Pass Campus, as well as important statements of mission and vision from the university. The new Multi-Purpose Building 1 will offer on-site services to support on-boarding, administration, instructional spaces, and student learning spaces. The facility will accommodate students from all three Rio Grande area locations, Del Rio, Eagle Pass, and Uvalde.
Sul Ross State University - Eagle Pass Campus Note: The text presented in the following paragraphs was extracted in part or in whole from the Sul Ross State University website.
The Sul Ross Eagle Pass Campus, currently located on the Southwest Texas Junior College (SWTJC) campus and in a stand alone facility a few blocks away are located on the eastern edge of the city. The facility located on the SWTJC campus offers courses, access to computer laboratories and learning centers, and student services and also houses the central offices of the Records and Registration Department as well as the regional Small Business Development Center. The new nearby Amy Street Building, opened in December 2025, provides a science lab, nursing simulation space, office / administrative space, and student spaces.
Located on the border across from Piedras Negras, Mexico, Eagle Pass, Texas is the center of a thriving international trade community. The area offers ready access to the markets of Mexico and to the recreational activi-ties of the Kickapoo Indian Nation.
First established as a camp in 1849, Eagle Pass has grown into a city of more than 25,000 people. With a variety of shops and malls, it is the gateway to the colorful outdoor markets and handiwork of the Mexican tradition across the border in Piedras Negras.
Biculturalism flourishes in Eagle Pass, and it is common for people in Eagle Pass to speak both Spanish and English. In this atmosphere, SRSU strives to bring together diverse cultures.
The SRSU campuses in Del Rio, Eagle Pass, and Uvalde comprise Rio Grande College (RGC). RGC offers upper-level courses leading to bach-elor’s degrees as well as master’s degree programs and works closely with its partner institution, Southwest Texas Junior College, to provide a seamless transition to RGC for their students. All RGC students hold an Associate degree from an accredited institution or they have completed 42 semester credit hours of transferrable work. The development of the new campus will provide space and services for all levels of undergraduate students.
While collaboration with Southwest Texas Junior College will continue the
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Eagle Pass campus will also offer courses to Freshman and Sophomores.
The campus will offer courses in bachelors programs and masters programs.
Mission Statement Sul Ross State University offers life-changing opportunities by delivering quality undergraduate and graduate education.
We foster critical thinking, creativity, and research, empowering our stu-dents to excel beyond the frontiers of what is possible.
We are a Hispanic serving public institution for the residents of the U.S./ Mexico borderlands, Southwest Texas region, and beyond.
Project Justification The new Multi-Purpose Building 1 is the first building planned within a multi-year master plan for the University to establish an independent four-year University in Eagle Pass as announced by the Texas State University System in September 2022. The construction of the new building will provide the first permanent structure on campus. The building will provide student, faculty, and staff spaces.
The construction of the new Multi-Purpose Building 1 will provide stu-dents with a welcome area, general instructional spaces, science laborato-ries, a library component with study spaces, faculty offices, administrative spaces, and vending areas.
Project Vision and Goals During the information gathering process, which included visioning ses-sion, user interviews, and a site tour, numerous items were identified by the user representatives and stakeholders as required needs and visions for the development of the new Multi-Purpose Building 1 for the Eagle Pass Campus. The following goals should be met to ensure the Multi-Purpose Building 1 is a success:
�� The main entry of the building should be welcoming and provide accessible information for the campus.
�� The building should include a point of help / welcome desk for general inquiries and questions. Additional speciality and in-depth services will be provided at the SWTJC location approximately 1 mile west until additional buildings are constructed.
�� Provide offices for the Vice President, Deans, and other executive team members.
�� Provide student spaces that create an inviting atmosphere and a social community environment.
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�� Provide campus services within the building to include UPD, Mail Service, Facilities, and IT support, if a separate facilities building is not constructed as part of Phase 1A.
�� Provide an outdoor space with shade structures to be utilized for the starting point of campus tours.
�� Provide space for current programming of Social Sciences, Education, Nursing, and Business.
�� Classrooms should be flexible and multi-functional. Some spaces can be traditional and others can be collaborative, depending on the dis-cipline, with the ability for faculty to shift and adjust spaces to create unique and individual teaching environments.
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2Site Requirements
Site Requirements
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Introduction
TT his chapter provides a brief analysis of the site implications for the development of the space program of requirements for the new
Sul Ross Eagle Pass Campus expansion for the Multi-Purpose Building
1. It includes an overview of the project site requirements and additional site improvements necessary for the execution of the proposed project.
This chapter is organized as follows:
�� Project Location
�� Site Circulation
�� Land Impact
�� Utilities Infrastructure
�� Existing Site Condition
�� Available Information from the System
�� Campus Master Plan Architectural Guidelines à Architectural Design Guidelines Checklist
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Project Location The proposed site for the new Multi-Purpose Building 1 is located in Eagle Pass, Texas. The campus lies on the eastern edge of Eagle Pass across the border from Piedras Negras, Mexico. The proposed site is located in a partially developed area approximately half a mile east from the current campus location on the Southwest Junior College campus in Building D at 3107 Bob Rogers Drive and less than a quarter of a mile from the new University owned Amy Street Building. The future site for the Sul Ross Eagle Pass Campus consists of approximately 43 acres and is highlighted on the map below in blue, along with distances indicating one and two-mile radii from the current location.
Figure 1: Map indicating the location the proposed site in relation to the current facility on the SWTJC campus and the newly constructed Amy Street Building.
New Campus Location Current Location
E Main St.
1-mile radius
2-mile radius
D el
R io
B lv d.
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Figure 2: Map indicating existing and proposed roads near the site of the new campus.
Site Circulation The proposed site for Multi-Purpose Building 1 will be accessible via a secondary road from US 277, also known as E. Main Street as you travel west through town. Multiple site improvements are proposed to create a campus that is accessible and provides vehicular and pedestrian circulation.
The site currently has access from the north via Medical Drive. This road will be extended into campus to create the initial front door to campus. As the campus grows additional entry / access points may be developed along North Foster Maldonado Blvd. and US 277. The map below illustrates the proposed campus roadways that will facilitate the access and egress to and from campus, as well as circulation flow near the new campus.
Parking / Public Transit This road leading into campus will be extended by this project and will not be funded by the city or an outside entity. All parking associated with Multi-Purpose Building 1 will be provided by the project. It is anticipated there will be an initial parking need of around 350 spaces.
Proposed Roads Proposed Campus Area Proposed Building Site Proposed Parking
LEGEND
US 277
M edical D rive
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Land Impact Topography
A topographic survey was not conducted as part of this report. A USGS map of the City of Eagle Pass indicates that the land has quite a few areas of substantial elevation change. The areas of greatest elevation change occur along the south edge of the site near US 277 and the west edge of the site along North Foster Maldonado Blvd. Elevations near these sections of campus start at 860’ above sea level and within a short distance fall to 820’ above sea level. While the site rises again to 860’ above sea level at northeast corner of the site, this 40’ change occurs over a distance which is four times that of the southern and western boundaries. The existing elevations are indicated on the map below.
Vegetation Current landscape surrounding the proposed site consists of native shrubs, small trees, and a variety of vegetated areas. Landscaped areas which enhance the building and its exterior appearance shall be integrated to attract students and visitors, as well as to represent the programs housed within the new building. It is recommended the chosen landscape reflect the native plants of the region.
Figure 3: Map of topography surrounding the project site.
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Utilities Infrastructure The proposed site for the new Multi-Purpose Building 1 is located in an undeveloped region of the new 43-acre Sul Ross Eagle Pass University campus. Most utilities, including water, electricity, gas, and data, are cur-rently not available within the project area, but located within the property easement along US 277 or along Medical Drive, the road entering the campus from the north. However, storm does run through the center of the site as identified in the map below. The schematic utility diagram and accompanying narratives below indicate the existing lines currently in the vicinity of the proposed campus.
A detailed utility survey identifying the size and location of these utilities was not provided by TSUS or the City of Eagle Pass. The design team shall conduct and provide detailed utility studies prior to the design of the facility.
Communications Communication is currently not provided to the building site. Cabling would need to be extended to service the location of the new Multi-Purpose Building 1. These services include, but are not limited to, fiber optic and cable TV. Design architect shall analyze the site and its surroundings prior
Figure 4: Map of existing utilities near the proposed site of the new Multi-Purpose Building 1.
Proposed Campus Area Storm Water Water Line Gas Line Electric Line Tele and Network
LEGEND
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Electricity Electricity is currently provided within the southern site easement along US 277. The lines would need to be extended from this location to the proposed site of Multi-Purpose Building 1 within the campus. Design architect shall analyze the site and its surroundings prior to design to determine necessary extensions or modifications required to enable con-nections to the new building.
Natural Gas A natural gas line is available along the southern edge of the campus.
Water An existing water line is present along US 277 and also following the path of Medical Drive. The line would need to be extended into south into campus from Medical Drive to support the new building and campus.
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Available Information from TSUS Information regarding the Texas State University System (TSUS) can be found at the website listed below. The site contains items that require the board’s approval including the latest Construction Matters and other relevant information which may pertain to the construction of the pro-posed project.
Note: The text presented in the following paragraphs was extracted in part or in whole from the Texas State University System website.
https://www.tsus.edu/about-tsus/policies.html
The Texas State University System Policies and Procedures Manual for Planning and Construction
�� Shall include a comprehensive set of policies and procedures governing the conduct and administration of the system-wide planning, design and construction program. These policies and procedures shall require compliance with all governing Federal and State laws and regulations and shall list all the current building codes that designs will be required to follow. The Board may direct changes to the Chancellor’s published policies and procedures at its discretion.
Each construction project in excess of $8 million shall require specific Board approval at each of the following stages:
�� Provision for the project on the Master Plan;
�� Inclusion of the project on the CIP;
�� At the completion of the Design Development phase (prior to sub-mission of the project to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, when required under Coordinating Board Rules), and prior to starting construction of the project.
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Campus Master Plan Architectural Guidelines The new Multi-Purpose Building 1 should be designed, inspired by, and respond to the surrounding native environment.
While there are no specific Architectural Design Guidelines in place for this area, the architecture of the buildings on the Eagle Pass Campus should represent the local vernacular and follow the guidelines identified in the Master Plan Document currently under development.
The guidelines on the following pages are general items which should be followed in terms of ideas and concepts when designing the Multi- Purpose Building 1.
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Architectural Design Guidelines Checklists
Site and Materials �� Follow nationally recognized environmental stewardship by achieving
Green Building Council objectives. Where possible, LEED certifica-tion shall be achieved, if it does not adversely affect overall design, budget, and occupancy.
�� Site utility structures such as HVAC equipment, utility meters, satellite dishes, transformers, and other mechanical equipment shall be located in screened designated service areas.
�� Although not recommended in the Construction Standards, service and mechanical units located on the roof of buildings should not be visible from the pedestrian perspective. They should be shielded with a parapet or set back from the building edge.
�� Buildings shall be oriented to open spaces, pedestrian corridors, and streets.
Façade Articulation �� Façades that address an open space, pedestrian corridors, or streets, should not have blank unarticulated wall surfaces.
�� The façade of a building should clearly indicate the location of the main entrance.
Fenestration and Encroachments �� Carefully articulated architectural elements help to define and beautify buildings and in turn enliven the public realm. The following architec-tural elements are encouraged in building designs:
à Openings in walls and windows should be vertically propor-tioned. Horizontally proportioned openings and windows shall be discouraged.
à Windows shall be recessed from the exterior plane of the façade and have the appearance of a punched opening in the wall surface.
à Window sills must be expressed on the façade and shall protrude beyond the plane of the façade so as to form a drip edge.
Landscape Design Guidelines
Lighting �� Lighting focuses on functionality, efficiency, and style.
�� Functionally, luminaries serve as a source of light and safety for pedes-trian and vehicular needs. They also accent and enhance buildings and landscape elements.
Image of the Sul Ross State University Eagle Pass Campus lease Building D.
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�� Stylistically, each type of luminaire acts to transform the overall environ-ment in which it is placed. They provide an architectural accent during the day and highlight the architecture and open space elements at night.
�� There are two primary exterior lighting components, one for pedestrian walkways and one for vehicular use.
Pedestrian Paving �� The primary walkway will form the central spine through the site / completed campus.
�� The secondary walkways typically lead to the primary entries of buildings.
�� The tertiary walks are preferred pedestrian routes that connect the other walks together, connect parking, and provide additional access.
�� Plazas are variations on the path design and should respond to the surrounding buildings and allotted space. A hierarchy of materials that define these zones will be implemented over time.
�� To ensure that paving construction supports necessary loads, paving is defined as pedestrian or vehicular (as required).
�� Typical pedestrian paving is any path six-feet or less in width.
�� Typical vehicular paving includes all paths over six-feet in width.
Site Furnishings The use of standardized furnishings and amenities throughout the campus unifies the outdoor spaces and helps to establish an identity unique to the location.
�� Finishes à All exterior products shall have a powder coating.
�� Pedestrian Lights à Typical installation spaces poles at 60 feet on center Light pollution requirements may dictate space requirements.
à Lamp ballast is 100-watt metal halide (100MH) for primary walk-way areas to achieve .75 -1.5 foot-candles and 175 watt metal halide (175MH) for entrances to achieve 0.5-1.0 footcandles.
�� Vehicular Lights à Typical installation spaces poles at 120 feet on center. Light pollu-tion requirements may dictate space requirements.
à Lamp ballast is 320 watt metal halide for parking areas to achieve
0.5 -1.0 foot-candles.
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Design Characteristics of Nearby Buildings:
Due to the campus location of the Multi-Purpose Building 1, it is not required to follow a specific architectural style. The design should be influenced by both the culture of South Texas and the existing surround-ing buildings.
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3Space and Adjacency Requirements
Space and Adjacency Requirements
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Introduction
TT his chapter deals with the space requirements and functional relationships portion of the program for the new Multi-Purpose
Building 1 for Sul Ross State University in Eagle Pass, Texas. This chapter will serve as a checklist for the design team as they design and lay out the buildings.
The chapter is organized into the following sections:
�� Symbols, Abbreviations and Definitions
�� Overview and Organization à Building Organization à Space Summary à Detailed Space Lists
■ Student Services (Welcome)
■ Administrative Spaces (Vice President and Dean’s)
■ Police Spaces
■ Instructional Spaces
■ Administrative Spaces (Faculty)
■ General Support Spaces
�� Building Stacking Diagram
�� Adjacencies
�� Non-Assignable Spaces
Detailed technical requirements for each individual space within the pro-posed building, including, but not limited to, architectural, mechanical, and electrical requirements is included in Chapter 4.
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Symbols Walled Area
Exterior Area (not walled)
Main Entry
Strong Relationship Between Spaces (should be able to travel directly between areas)
Close Relationship Between Spaces (should be close, but not necessarily directly adjacent)
Nearby Relationship Between Spaces (should be nearby, but not necessarily directly adjacent)
Abbreviations Many terms used in this document have been abbreviated:
ada Americans with Disabilities Act a/e Architectural / Engineering aff Above Finish Floor asf Assignable Square Feet cfci Contractor Furnished, Contractor Installed cfoi Contractor Furnished, Owner Installed fpdc Facilities, Planning, Design, and Construction gfci Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter gsf Gross Square Feet hvac Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning max / min Maximum / Minimum nasf Non-Assignable Square Feet no Number ofoi Owner Furnished, Owner Installed ofci Owner Furnished, Contractor Installed qty srsu
Quantity
Sul Ross State University tsus Texas State University System vct Vinyl Composition Tile
Symbols, Abbreviations, and Definitions
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Definitions Listed below are definitions of frequently used terms in this chapter:
Assignable Square Feet (asf)
The usable area or area within the inside face of the interior walls of each space
Gross Square Feet (gsf) The area within the outside face of the exterior walls of the building which includes assignable square feet, non-assignable square feet, building service area, circulation area, mechanical area, and structural area
Non-Assignable Square Feet (nasf)
Areas such as mechanical space, telecommunication closets, janitor closets, etc., which are an inherent part of the building, but are not usable space for the owner’s program activities (includes building service, circulation, and mechanical areas)
Structural Area The sum of all areas on all floors that can not be occu-pied or put to use because of structural building features
Technical Requirements Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (mep) and other physical, technical, or building construction requirements
Assignable vs. Gross Square Feet The tables and charts in this chapter depict area sizes in Assignable Square Feet (asf) and non-assignable square feet (nasf) unless Gross Square Feet (gsf) is specifically noted. As defined by THECB, assignable square footage measures only the usable area of a given space. It does not include spaces such as lobbies, corridors (except for internal circulation within suites) and other public and support spaces such as mechanical rooms, toilets, stairs, etc. These types of spaces are included in the non-assignable square footage. The sum of the assignable square footage, the non-assign-able square footage, and the structural areas is equal to the gross square footage of the building.
Internal Circulation In addition to stairwells, elevators, lobbies, and mechanical rooms, the assignable-to-gross factor for the building will include space for major building corridors which provide access to the major spaces in the facil-ity. A factor for internal circulation has been included where applicable.
Symbols, Abbreviations, and Definitions
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Building Organization The Multi-Purpose Building 1 will be comprised of several departments.
The building will include a small student welcome area, police services, and the vice presidents and deans offices suite. It will also include staff and faculty offices and support spaces, instructional, library, study spaces, and building support spaces.
The proposed site is envisioned to be comprised of several buildings creat-ing the Sul Ross State University Eagle Pass Campus.
As currently programmed, the project totals approximately 26,216 assign-able square feet (asf) translating into 40,218 gross square feet (gsf).
The space summary on the following page is organized by space types.
Detailed components of each summarized group will be provided later within the chapter.
The following page provides an overview of the spaces included within the new Multi-Purpose Building 1.
Space Summary The space summary on the following page provides an overall breakdown of spaces planned within the new Multi-Purpose Building 1. The new building is planned to include various types of student support spaces and services, instructional spaces, administrative spaces, and general building support spaces.
The spaces are further defined in the detailed space list provided on the following pages and on the Room Data Sheets provided within Chapter 4 of the document.
A brief discussion of Non-Assignable Spaces which have been identified for inclusion in this building is located at the end of this chapter.
Overview and Organization
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Administrative Spaces (VP and Dean's)
7%
Police Spaces 4%
Instructional Spaces 69%
Administrative Spaces (Faculty)
16%
General Support Spaces 3%
Student Services (Welcome) Administrative Spaces (VP and Dean's)
Police Spaces Instructional Spaces
Administrative Spaces (Faculty) General Support Spaces
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Detailed Building Space List SSuull RRoossss -- EEaaggllee PPaassss CCaammppuuss MMuullttii--PPuurrppoossee BBuuiillddiinngg AASSFF GGSSFF CCaappaacciittyy
SSTTUUDDEENNTT SSEERRVVIICCEESS ((OONNBBOOAARRDDIINNGG CCOOMMPPOONNEENNTTSS))
WWeellccoommee DDeesskk
T r ia g e / F r o n t L in e A s s is ta n c e 1 @ 1 0 0 a s f 1 0 0 1 5 4 V a r ie s W e lc o m e K io s k s / P e r s o n s 1 @ 5 0 a s f 5 0 7 7 1 S ta ff
TToottaall ffoorr WWeellccoommee DDeesskk AASSFF // GGSSFF 115500 223311
AADDMMIINNIISSTTRRAATTIIVVEE SSPPAACCEESS
VViiccee PPrreessiiddeenntt aanndd DDeeaann''ss
R e c e p tio n / W a itin g A r e a w ith A d m in 1 @ 1 5 0 a s f 1 5 0 2 3 1 1 0 G u e s ts In te r im A s s is ta n t P r o v o s t a n d D e a n 1 @ 1 1 0 a s f 1 1 0 1 6 9 1 + 6 G u e s ts
A s s is ta n t to th e V ic e P r e s id e n t 1 @ 6 4 a s f 6 4 9 8 1 S ta ff D e p a r tm e n t C h a ir s 2 @ 1 1 0 a s f 2 2 0 3 3 8 1 + 2 G u e s ts S u p p o r t S ta ff W o r k S p a c e s 2 @ 6 4 a s f 1 2 8 1 9 7 1 S ta ff
W o r k S p a c e C ir c u la tio n 1 @ 5 8 a s f 5 8 8 9 N A S h a r e d C o n fe r e n c e R o o m 1 @ 4 2 0 a s f 4 2 0 6 4 6 1 8 G u e s ts
K itc h e n e tte 1 @ 1 0 0 a s f 1 0 0 1 5 4 N A S h a r e d W o r k r o o m / S u p p ly R o o m 1 @ 1 5 0 a s f 1 5 0 2 3 1 V a r ie s
TToottaall ffoorr AAddmmiinniissttrraattiivvee SSppaacceess AASSFF // GGSSFF 11,,440000 22,,115533
SSuuiittee CCiirrccuullaattiioonn 442200 664466 TToottaall AAddmmiinniissttrraattiivvee SSppaacceess AASSFF // GGSSFF 11,,881199 22,,779988
PPOOLLIICCEE SSPPAACCEESS
R e c e p tio n / T r a n s a c tio n W in d o w 1 @ 5 0 a s f 5 0 7 7 2 to 4 A d m in is tr a tiv e A s s is ta n t 1 @ 6 4 a s f 6 4 9 8 1 In te r v ie w R o o m 1 @ 1 0 0 a s f 1 0 0 1 5 4 U p to 4 P o lic e C a p ta in O ffic e 1 @ 1 1 0 a s f 1 1 0 1 6 9 1 S ta ff B r e a k r o o m / M e e tin g S p a c e 1 @ 2 0 0 a s f 2 0 0 3 0 8 V a r ie s W o r k r o o m / P a tr o l W r itin g / R e p o r t R o o m ( P a tr o l O ffic e r s ) 1 @ 1 0 0 a s f 1 0 0 1 5 4 V a r ie s U n is e x R e s tr o o m 1 @ 6 0 a s f 6 0 9 2 1 S to r a g e 1 @ 1 0 0 a s f 1 0 0 1 5 4 N A ID F 1 @ 1 0 0 a s f 1 0 0 1 0 0 N A
TToottaall ffoorr PPoolliiccee SSppaacceess AASSFF // GGSSFF 888844 11,,330066
SSuuiittee CCiirrccuullaattiioonn 226655 440088 TToottaall ffoorr PPoolliiccee SSppaacceess wwiitthh CCiirrccuullaattiioonn AASSFF // GGSSFF 11,,114499 11,,771144
IINNSSTTRRUUCCTTIIOONNAALL SSPPAACCEESS
GGeenneerraall CCllaassssrroooommss aanndd LLaabbss
G e n e r a l C la s s r o o m s ( A c tiv e L e a r n in g ) 5 @ 9 0 0 a s f 4 , 5 0 0 6 , 9 2 2 2 4 + 1 F a c u lty G e n e r a l C la s s r o o m s ( A c tiv e L e a r n in g ) 5 @ 1 , 1 0 0 a s f 5 , 5 0 0 8 , 4 6 1 3 2 + 1 F a c u lty C o m p u te r L a b 1 @ 9 0 0 a s f 9 0 0 1 , 3 8 4 2 4 + 1 F a c u lty C o m p u te r C la s s r o o m s 2 @ 9 0 0 a s f 1 , 8 0 0 2 , 7 6 9 2 4 + 1 F a c u lty S h a r e d C la s s r o o m s S to r a g e 1 @ 2 0 0 a s f 2 0 0 3 0 8 N A S c ie n c e L a b 2 @ 1 , 4 0 0 a s f 2 , 8 0 0 4 , 3 0 6 2 4 + 1 F a c u lty
S c ie n c e P r e p R o o m 1 @ 6 0 0 a s f 6 0 0 9 2 3 N A LLiibbrraarryy (( LLeeaarrnniinngg CCoommmmoonnss))
S m a ll G r o u p R o o m s 3 @ 1 2 0 a s f 3 6 0 5 5 4 4 to 6 S tu d e n ts In d iv id u a l S tu d y R o o m s 4 @ 5 0 a s f 2 0 0 3 0 8 1 S tu d e n t M u lti-P u r p o s e M e d ia L a b 1 @ 1 , 2 0 0 a s f 1 , 2 0 0 1 , 8 4 6 V a r ie s
TToottaall ffoorr IInnssttrruuccttiioonnaall SSppaacceess AASSFF // GGSSFF 1188,,006600 2277,,778800
NNoo.. aanndd SSiizzee ooff SSppaaccee((ss))
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Detailed Building Space List (continued) SSuull RRoossss -- EEaaggllee PPaassss CCaammppuuss MMuullttii--PPuurrppoossee BBuuiillddiinngg AASSFF GGSSFF CCaappaacciittyy
NNoo.. aanndd SSiizzee ooff SSppaaccee((ss))
AADDMMIINNIISSTTRRAATTIIVVEE SSPPAACCEESS ((FFaaccuullttyy)) FFaaccuullttyy // SSttaaffff WWoorrkk SSppaacceess
F a c u lty O ffic e s 1 6 @ 1 1 0 a s f 1 , 7 6 0 2 , 7 0 7 1 F a c u lty S ta ff W o r k S p a c e s 3 @ 6 4 a s f 1 9 2 2 9 5 1 S ta ff F a c u lty H u d d le S p a c e s 3 @ 1 5 0 a s f 4 5 0 6 9 2 4 to 6 F a c u lty / S ta ff W o r k R o o m 1 @ 2 0 0 a s f 2 0 0 3 0 8 V a r ie s A d ju n c t F a c u lty S p a c e 2 @ 2 0 0 a s f 4 0 0 6 1 5 8 F a c u lty F a c u lty L o u n g e 1 @ 2 5 0 a s f 2 5 0 3 8 5 V a r ie s
TToottaall ffoorr AAddmmiinniissttrraattiivvee SSppaacceess ((FFaaccuullttyy)) AASSFF // GGSSFF 33,,225522 55,,000033
SSuuiittee CCiirrccuullaattiioonn 997766 11,,550000 AAddmmiinniissttrraattiivvee SSppaacceess wwiitthh CCiirrccuullaattiioonn ((FFaaccuullttyy)) AASSFF // GGSSFF 44,,222288 66,,550033
GGEENNEERRAALL SSUUPPPPOORRTT SSPPAACCEESS
S tu d e n t S tic k y S p a c e s 5 @ 5 0 a s f 2 5 0 3 8 5 V a r ie s S tu d e n t L o u n g e 1 @ 3 0 0 a s f 3 0 0 4 6 1 V a r ie s V e n d in g A lc o v e 2 @ 5 0 a s f 1 0 0 1 5 4 N A U n is e x R e s tr o o m 1 @ 6 0 a s f 6 0 9 2 1 L a c ta tio n R o o m 1 @ 1 0 0 a s f 1 0 0 1 0 0 1
TToottaall GGeenneerraall SSuuppppoorrtt SSppaacceess AASSFF // GGSSFF 881100 11,,119922
TToottaall NNeeww BBuuiillddiinngg SSppaacceess AASSFF // GGSSFF 2266,,221166 4400,,221188
S u l R o s s E a g le P a s s C a m p u s B u ild in g 1
F e b r u a r y 2 0 2 6
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Building Stacking Diagram The diagram below depicts one possible vertical relationship of the spaces outlined in this program document. The proposed Multi-Purpose Building 1 is envisioned as a three-story facility to be the first structure on the Sul Ross State University Eagle Pass Campus.
It is recommended the Welcome Center and Police Spaces be located on the first level of the facility for ease of way-finding. Components needing frequent and direct access to students should be located on the first floor while the campus administration, faculty, and science labs shall be on the third floor. The second floor will be a student centric space housing half of the campus’ general classrooms, computer spaces, huddle rooms for studying, and the Library. Way-finding and movement to each of the departments should be considered. General Support Spaces should be dispersed between all floors.
Main Entry
Second Floor - 8,346 asf
First Floor - 9,209 asf
Administrative Spaces (Faculty) 3,192 sqft
General Support Spaces 110 sqft
Police Spaces
1,149 sqft
Administrative Spaces
(Vice President + Dean’s)
1,819 sqft
General Support Spaces 450 sqft
Student Services (Welcome) 150 sqft
Instructional Spaces
(Library) 1,760 sqft
Third Floor - 8,661 asf
Instructional Spaces 5,100 sqft
Instructional Spaces 7,800 sqft
Instructional Spaces 3,400 sqft
General Support Spaces 250 sqft
Administrative Spaces
(Faculty) 1,036 sqft
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Adjacencies The following adjacency requirements shall be considered during the planning and design of the new Multi-Purpose Building 1. The diagrams on the following pages graphically illustrate the requirements for the new building.
�� The main entrance to the Multi-Purpose Building 1 will provide exterior access and shall be easily located by visitors. Provide signage as needed.
�� The Welcome Center and Police Spaces should be highly visible and easily accessible from the main building entry.
�� Locate instructional spaces off a main building corridor to allow ease of access and avoid congestion.
�� The shared faculty workroom should be centrally located within the building and adjacent to the faculty offices. Huddle Rooms should be dispersed among the faculty offices.
�� Classrooms should be located on all floors of the building and arranged in groups to promote interaction between students and faculty and to engage the entire facility.
�� General Support Spaces, such as student sticky spaces and the vending alcoves, shall be dispersed throughout the building.
�� The Learning Commons should be open and inviting with smaller study rooms located within the larger space.
Adjacencies
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Overall Building Adjacency Diagram The diagram below represents the overall adjacency requirements of the spaces and concepts discussed on the previous page. The diagram also represents the overall relationship between the spaces throughout the building.
LEGEND
Near-by Relationship Spaces Walled Area Designated Area
Administrative Spaces (Faculty)
Instructional Spaces
General Support Spaces
Police Spaces
Administrative Spaces (Vice President + Dean)
Student Services (Welcome)
Main Entry
Secondary Entry
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Instructional Spaces General Classrooms and Labs The diagram below represents the adjacency requirements of the Instructional Spaces excluding the Library components. General Classrooms and Labs should be adjacent to General Support Spaces and near faculty for student and faculty convenience. Classroom Storage space should be located to best support all instructional spaces.
Science Lab Prep Room
(Shared)
Science Labs (2)
General Classrooms
(Active Learning Medium)
(2)
Computer Classrooms
(2)
Shared Classroom
Storage
Computer Lab
General Classrooms
(Active Learning Medium)
(3)
Instructional Spaces General Classrooms and Labs
General Classrooms
(Active Learning Large)
(2)
General Classrooms
(Active Learning Large)
(3)
Adm in ist ra tiv e
Sp ac es (F ac ul ty
Ge ne ra l S up po rt S pa ce s
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Instructional Spaces Library (Learning Commons) The diagram below represents the adjacency requirements of the spaces within the Library / Learning Commons.
Multi-Purpose Media Lab
Librarian O�ce
Small Group Room
Individaul Study Room
In str uctio nal Spaces Library (Learning Commons)
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Administrative (Faculty) The diagram below represents the adjacency requirements of the spaces and concepts of the Administrative Spaces (Faculty). The faculty spaces should be near the Instructional Spaces and clustered together to promote collaboration and shared support spaces.
Faculty O�ces
(16)
Sta� Work Space
Faculty / Sta� Work
Room
Adjunct Shared Spaces
(2)
Faculty Huddle Space
Faculty Huddle Space
Faculty Huddle Space
Faculty Lounge
Sta� Work
Spaces
Ad m in is tr at iv e
Sp ac es (F ac ul ty
In st ru ct io na l S pa ce s
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Administrative Spaces (Vice President + Dean) The diagram below represents the adjacency requirements of the spaces and concepts of the Vice President and Dean’s Spaces. The administrative spaces do not require any direct adjacencies to other groups. However, they should be located adjacent to one another, likely within a single suite of spaces. Co-location will allow for sharing of support spaces.
Main Suite Entry
Department Chair
Reception / Waiting
Area with Admin
Support Sta�
Interim Provost
Administrative Spaces (Vice President + Dean)
Shared Conference
Room
Shared Workroom /
Supply Room
Department Chair
Support Sta�
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Non-Assignable Spaces Several required functional spaces must be included in the building, though they are not considered “assignable” as defined by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). These spaces include general circulation, mechanical spaces, restrooms, utility/telephone/network closets and housekeeping closets, as well as any other infrastructure and support spaces which may result from the building’s design.
In addition to the assignable spaces described earlier in this chapter, the following non-assignable spaces shall be provided, as required by Code.
Telecommunications Closets These closets should be designed according to institutional standards and specifications, with sufficient conditioned air on a 24-hour basis.
The Telecommunications Closet(s) are located in each building, where backbone cables transition to horizontal distribution cables. These closets may also contain certain items of network electronics equipment such as routers or switching equipment. To minimize conduit and cable lengths, the closet shall be located as close as practical to the center of the building.
Restrooms Restrooms must be provided in accordance with code requirements.
Restrooms should be easily accessible and ADA compliant. Locate rest-rooms easily accessible to building occupants and visitors.
Mechanical Rooms This space should be appropriately sized for air handlers, pumps, piping, etc. Provide chases as needed.
Electrical Closets Provide separate closet(s) for electrical panels and other necessary electri-cal equipment. Provide chases as needed.
Hallways / Corridors Provide wide corridors for ease of flow. Create opportunities for storage.
Non-Assignable Spaces
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4Room Data Sheets
Room Data Sheets
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Introduction
T his chapter includes the initial technical requirements (architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.), finishes, illumination, furnishings, fixtures and equipment lists required for the proper design and construction of the individual spaces listed in the space summaries of the previous chapter. Each data sheet contains a test fit for the space. Test fits in this chapter are for illustration purposes only and should not be considered a design directive. The test fits are a diagrammatic representation of the basic room layout and requirements;
the final room layout and size will be adjusted to the building design and user preferences. The Room Data Sheets include information provided by TSUS during the programming process and directives.
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