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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR

ARCHITECT/ENGINEER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

The University of Texas at Austin Construction Administration and Commissioning Services for

Architectural Water Feature 102-1501

RFQ No.: 26PSS001

DUE: 6/15/2026 at 2:00 PM CST

Prepared By:

Trina Bickford, Assistant Director, Contracts

The University of Texas at Austin Campus Operations – Planning, Design and Construction

1301 East Dean Keeton, FC1 Austin, TX 78722

Trina.bickford@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 Veteran Heroes United in Business

(VetHUB) Submittal Requirements

1.14 Certain Proposals and Contracts

Prohibited

1.15 Sales and Use Taxes

1.16 Certification of Franchise Tax Status

1.17 Required Notices of Workers’

Compensation Insurance Coverage

1.18 Not Used

1.19 Delinquency in Paying Child Support

1.20 State Registration of Architecture Firms

1.21 State Registration of Engineering Firms

1.22 Certification Required by Texas

Governor Executive Order GA-48

Section 2 - Executive Summary

2.1 Historical Background

2.2 Mission Statement

2.3 Project Description, Scope and Budget

2.4 Not Used

2.5 Project Planning Schedule

2.6 Selection Procedure/Description of

Process

2.7 Available Resources

Section 3 - Requirements for Statement of Qualifications

3.1 Respondent’s Statement of

Qualifications and Availability to Undertake the Project

3.2 Project Team’s Ability to Provide

Required Services

3.3 Respondent’s Performance on Past

Representative Projects

3.4 Respondent’s General Understanding of

the Attached Sample Agreement

3.5 Respondent’s Knowledge of Best

Practices

3.6 Respondent’s Ability to Identify and

Resolve Problems on Past Projects

Section 4 - Format for Statement of Qualifications

4.1 General Instructions

Section 5 - Attachments to the RFQ

5.1 Draft Agreement Between the Board of

Regents, The University of Texas System, and Project Architect/Engineer for Project of Limited Size or Scope

5.2 Exhibit H: Policy – Veteran Heroes

United in Business (VetHUB)

5.3 Not Used

5.4 Not Used

5.5 The University of Texas System

Architect / Engineer Fee Schedule

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR

ARCHITECT/ENGINEER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

The University of Texas at Austin Construction Administration and Commissioning Services for Architectural Water Feature

RFQ No.: 26PSS001

SECTION 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION & REQUIREMENTS

1.1 GENERAL INFORMATION: The University of Texas System (“Owner”) and The University of

Texas at Austin are soliciting statements of qualifications (“Qualifications”) for selection of an Architect/Engineer firm for Construction Administration and Commissioning Services for Architectural Water Feature (“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 two-step process for selecting an

Architect/Engineer firm. 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 qualified respondents to attend Interviews in the final step of the process.

1.1.2 The “most” qualified respondents will be requested to attend an interview with the Owner to confirm the Qualification submittal and answer additional questions. The Owner will then rank the remaining respondents in order to determine a “most” qualified respondent. The most qualified respondent will then be invited to submit a proposal.

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 Architect/Engineer Agreement 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 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 prior to the submittal deadline. 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 via UT Box using the following links:

SEALED SUBMITTAL NO. 1: Qualifications for the Construction Administration and Commissioning Services for Architectural Water Feature RFQ No. 26PSS001 must be received by 2:00 PM CST on 6/15/2026 using the following link:

https://utexas.app.box.com/f/910c6e8a190943dfb43f7a14260efffc

Note: Submittal No. 1 consists of Sections 3 SOQ and 5 EOO. Each individual section must be saved as a single .pdf document and each document must be submitted using the link for Submittal No. 1.

SEALED SUBMITTAL NO. 2: Subcontracting Plan (SP) for the Administration and Commissioning Services for Architectural Water Feature RFQ No. 26PSS001 must be received by 2:00 PM CST on 6/15/2026 using the following link:

https://utexas.app.box.com/f/4f69bc7c02e84ad98039244401d76d92

Respondents are solely responsible for ensuring submittals arrive by the due date/time.

1.5.2 Qualifications, including a cover letter, must be saved as a single .pdf using the following naming convention:

Respondent’s name, Submission No.1-Qualifications, CAM 102-1501, 26PSS001

The Execution of Offer must be complete and signed, then saved as a single .pdf using the following naming convention:

Respondent’s name, Submission No.1-EOO, CAM 102-1501, 26PSS001

All addenda must be acknowledged in the cover letter for the Qualifications. All documents must be submitted using the link above for Submittal No 1.

1.5.3 The completed and signed Subcontracting Plan (SP) must be saved as a single .pdf document using the following naming convention:

Respondent’s name, Submission No.2-SP, CAM 102-1501, 26PSS001

The SP must be submitted separately from the Submission No. 1 documents, using the link above for Submittal No. 2.

1.5.4 Late received Qualifications will not be accepted or considered.

1.5.5 The Owner will not acknowledge or receive Qualifications that are delivered by telephone, facsimile (fax), electronic mail (e-mail) or any other drop box program.

1.5.6 Properly submitted Qualifications will not be returned to respondents.

1.5.7 Properly submitted Qualifications materials will be acknowledged publicly, and the names of the Respondents will be read after the submittal deadline indicated in this RFQ.

The RFQ opening will be held virtually using the following link:

https://utexas.app.box.com/f/910c6e8a190943dfb43f7a14260efffc https://utexas.app.box.com/f/4f69bc7c02e84ad98039244401d76d92

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Bid Opening: CAM 102-1501 PSP Request for Qualifications for Construction Administration and Commissioning Services for Architectural Water Feature

Time: Jun 15, 2026 02:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting https://utexas.zoom.us/j/82831263121

Meeting ID: 828 3126 3121

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1.6 POINT-OF-CONTACT: The Owner designates the following person as its representative and Point-of-Contact for this RFQ. Respondents shall restrict all contact with the Owner and direct all questions regarding this RFQ, including questions regarding terms and conditions and technical specifications, to the Point-of-Contact person. All contact must be via email.

Trina Bickford, Assistant Director, Contracts The University of Texas at Austin Campus Operations – Planning, Design and Construction e-mail: trina.bickford@austin.utexas.edu

1.7 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 additional steps of the selection process.

1.7.1 Qualifications shall not include any information regarding Respondent’s fees, pricing, or other compensation.

1.7.2 The selection process will involve two separate and sequential steps. Step I will be a selection of the two (2) “most qualified” respondents based on Step I criteria. Step II will identify the respondents selected from Step I and will request the selected respondents to prepare and submit additional information based upon Step II criteria.

1.8 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.

1.9 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.

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1.10 NO REIMBURSEMENT FOR COSTS: Respondent acknowledges and accepts that any costs incurred from the respondent’s participation in this RFQ shall be at the sole risk and responsibility of the respondent.

1.11 PRE-SUBMITTAL CONFERENCE: An optional but recommended pre-submittal conference will be held for this RFQ on 5/26/2026 at 2:00 PM CST.

Presubmittal Conference: CAM 102-1501 PSP Request for Qualifications for Construction Administration and Commissioning Services for Architectural Water Feature

Time: May 26, 2026 02:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting https://utexas.zoom.us/j/87286833499

Meeting ID: 872 8683 3499

One tap mobile +13462487799,,87286833499# US (Houston)

A sign-in sheet for the presubmittal meeting will be posted in the chat and at https://construction.utexas.edu/minor-project-solicitations the day of the meeting. The completed sign-in sheet will be posted after the meeting concludes.

Although sufficient information is contained in this RFQ as well as the plans and documents available at the link provided in Section 2.7 for developing a response, the presubmittal meeting is an opportunity to meet with Owner’s representatives to discuss specific procedures, examples, project details, VetHUB participation and other pertinent details. At this meeting, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions regarding this RFQ for inclusion on any addenda. Potential Respondents will have the opportunity to submit questions after the presubmittal meeting as well, and an addendum will be posted, including questions and responses, for all interested parties.

There will be no site visit for this RFQ.

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 VETERAN HEROES UNITED IN BUSINESSES (VetHUB) 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 VetHUBs in all contracts. Accordingly, the Owner has adopted Exhibit H, Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) (the Policy) (See attached). The Policy applies to all contracts with an expected value of $100,000 or more. If Owner determines that subcontracting opportunities are probable, then a Subcontracting Plan is a required element of the Qualifications. Failure to submit a required Subcontracting Plan will result in rejection of the Qualifications.

1.13.1 STATEMENT OF PROBABILITY

The Owner has determined that subcontracting opportunities are probable in connection with this procurement solicitation. Therefore, a Subcontracting Plan (SP) is required as a part of https://utexas.zoom.us/j/87286833499 https://construction.utexas.edu/minor-project-solicitations

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the respondent's Qualifications. The respondent shall develop and administer an SP as a part of the respondent's Qualifications in accordance with Exhibit H.

1.13.2 Refer to Exhibit H and the Summary of Requirements for a detailed list of attachments required with the Qualifications. Editable versions of the Subcontracting Plans are available on The University of Texas at Austin – Vendor Management Office’s website at https://procurement.utexas.edu/vendor-management-office.

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 The Subcontracting Plan must be submitted in accordance with the submittal information in Section 1.

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 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, 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 https://procurement.utexas.edu/vendor-management-office

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requirements of the rule are set forth in Article 6 of the Uniform General and Supplementary General Conditions for University of Texas System Building Construction Contracts.

1.18 NOT USED

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.

1.20 STATE REGISTRATION OF ARCHITECTURE FIRMS: Respondents are advised that the

Texas Board of Architectural Examiners requires that any firm or business entity providing architectural services to the public, other than a sole proprietor doing business under his/her name, must annually register information regarding the firm or business entity with the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners. Texas Board of Architectural Examiners. 333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 2-350, Austin, Texas 78701, telephone (512) 305-9000, has jurisdiction over individuals licensed under the Architects’ Registration Law, Chapter 1051, Texas Occupations Code.

1.21 STATE REGISTRATION OF ENGINEERING FIRMS: Respondents are advised that the Texas

Board of Professional Engineers requires that any entity providing engineering services to the public must register with the Texas Board of Professional Engineers. An entity is defined as a sole proprietorship, firm, partnership, corporation or joint stock association.

1.22 CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY TEXAS GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE ORDER GA-48:

Pursuant to Executive Order GA-48 of the Governor of Texas effective November 19, 2024, Contractor certifies that it and, if applicable, any of its holding companies or subsidiaries, is not:

a. Listed in Section 889 of the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA); or

b. Listed in Section 1260H of the 2021 NDAA; or

c. Owned by the government of a country on the U.S. Department of Commerce's foreign adversaries list under 15 C.F.R. § 791.4; or

d. Controlled by any governing or regulatory body located in a country on the U.S.

Department of Commerce's foreign adversaries list under 15 C.F.R. § 791.4.

[NOTE: Executive Order GA 48 states that a public institution of higher education cannot enter into a new contract, contract extension, or contract renewal for a good or service with any company that meets any of the above-listed criteria. However, if the public institution of higher education can sufficiently demonstrate that (a) the good or service is necessary for the institution of higher education to fulfill a core function that directly benefits Texans and (b) the good or service can only be provided by an entity that meets one of the above-listed criteria, then the public institution of higher education may enter into a new contract, contract renewal, or contract extension with such an entity for no more than one year from November 19, 2024, and never thereafter.] https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgov.texas.gov%2Fuploads%2Ffiles%2Fpress%2FEO-GA-48_Hardening_State_Government_FINAL_11-19-2024.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cccarson%40utsystem.edu%7C33aa21b9aa584d147fee08dd6e081080%7C61399d5f249c44d0b271adc287f323ff%7C0%7C0%7C638787703102029143%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ikJm9WPw7ycdySdA7vwLM5soL%2BE5evz4spqIKUx26k8%3D&reserved=0

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SECTION 2 – EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

2.1 HISTORICAL BACKGROUND:

Changes in size and density experienced by the main campus of the University of Texas at Austin over the years necessitated the elaboration of a series of successor campus master plans and plan updates for various aspects of the campus landscape. In 2015, the University of Texas System Board of Regents approved a master plan allowing the University to move forward with renovation of the Speedway Mall, now the campus’s main north-south axis. The renovation was completed in 2016.

This plan also included redesign of the East Mall, now the primary east-west artery of the main campus. As a part of the East Mall redesign, a new architectural water feature associated with the commemoration of the first undergraduates to integrate the University in 1956. The water feature is currently under construction as a part of a larger capital improvement project.

2.2 MISSION STATEMENT:

The University is an intellectual community whose primary missions are pedagogy, research and aesthetic creativity, as well as academic freedom in their pursuit.

The University’s symbolic landscape should be created, curated, managed and reimagined so as to best represent these primary missions as well as the University’s principles and its aspirations for the future caring intellectual community dedicated to public service. The campus environment supports the University’s missions, and the landscapes and architectural elements are intended to reflect the University’s values through thoughtful design, durability and long term performance.

2.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION, SCOPE AND BUDGET:

The University is soliciting Qualifications from experienced water feature design professionals to provide independent technical oversight, construction administration support and commissioning services for an architectural water feature currently under construction as a part of The Precursors - We Are Texas, East Mall Phase I renovation project. The selected Respondent shall serve as a third-party technical advisor and Owner’s representative, assisting the University in verifying conformance with the Contract Documents, identifying and resolving technical and constructability issues, and supporting system performance through commissioning and project closeout. Design services are not required; however, the preferred Respondent must demonstrate extensive prior experience in the design and delivery of complex architectural water features sufficient to provide effective authoritative review and oversight throughout construction and commissioning.

Project description:

Scope of services shall be construction administration, technical oversight and commissioning services for the architectural water feature included in the Capital Improvement Project (CIP) 102-1501 East Mall Phase I renovation project. The installation is a non-interactive architectural fountain featuring arching/vertical nozzles, lighting, perimeter weir overflow, VFD-controlled pumps, automated PLC/DMX control systems, filtration, UV and supporting MEP infrastructure in accordance with 100% Construction Documents Division 13 10 00 Water Features (available at link provided in Section 2.7). The selected firm will act as a third-party owner’s representative, working directly for the Owner.

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The Preliminary Project Cost (“PPC”) for the overall CIP project is $35,000,000. The PPC includes a Construction Cost Limitation (“CCL”) for the CIP project Architect/Engineer of $26,600,000. Fees, furnishings, equipment, other work, miscellaneous expenses, and contingencies make up the balance of the PPC. The construction cost estimate for the water feature portion of the project is approximately $4,000,000.

Key system characteristics of the water feature include:

• Shallow basin with perimeter weir and recovery trough

• Display pumps and filtration pumps

• UV sterilization

• Automated chemical control

• Allen-Bradley Micro850 PLC controls, DMX lighting controller

• VFD drives

• Wind, freeze and water level sensors

Requirements include review of complete as-built documentation, providing requirements for 10-day operational demonstration and O&M training with the GC, and oversight of the process as it occurs.

Scopes of services is limited to construction administration, observation, verification and commissioning support, including but not limited to:

Preconstruction Phase Services:

• Review Contractor submittals for conformance with water feature specifications per Division 13 10 00 Water Features.

o Participate in pre-installation meetings o Clarify technical design intent when required

Construction Administration:

• Periodic site visits to observe installation of piping, valves, pumps, filtration, controls, lighting and waterproofing elements per Division 13 10 00 Water Features o Verify equipment placement, penetrations, supports and conduit routing in compliance with specifications

• Review mockup of lighting and weir wall conditions per Division 13 10 00 Water Features o Respond to RFIs related to water feature systems o Coordinate with Landscape Architect and GC as required

Commissioning Oversight:

• Attend and oversee system start-up, programming and testing of:

o PLC logic and display sequences o DMX-based lighting and pump show control

• Water level, filtration, UV, chemistry control and safety interlocks (LLCO, high vacuum, high level, freeze protection, wind control) per Division 13 10 00 Water Features

• Verify ten-day continuous operation demonstration prior to Owner acceptance and in accordance with Division 13 10 00 Water Features o Review and approve final sequences and operational narratives Closeout Deliverables:

• Review and acceptance of Contractor O&M materials (provided in .pdf and CAD) per Division 13 10 00 Water Features

• Verify completeness of PLC programming files, DMX sequences and as-built documentation

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• Participation in Owner training session (which will be video recorded as required in the specs) per Division 13 10 00 Water Features o Issue a final commissioning report summarizing compliance and deficiencies resolved

2.4 NOT USED

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

• Request for Qualifications issued 5/15/2026

• Pre-Submittal Conference 5/26/2026 at 2:00 PM CST

• Deadline for questions/requests for clarifications 6/1/2026 at 12:00 PM CST

• Deadline for submission of Qualifications (Submittal 1 and 2) 6/15/2026 at 2:00 PM CST

• Short listed firms notified (approx.) 6/26/2026

• Interviews conducted for short-listed firms (approx.) 6/29/2026-7/3/2026

• Selection of most qualified Respondent (approx.) 7/3/2026

• Request for Proposal issued to selected Respondent (approx.) 7/6/2026

• Award of contract to selected Respondent (approx.) 7/27/2026

• Start date for services (approx.) 8/2026

2.6 SELECTION PROCEDURE/DESCRIPTION OF PROCESS:

Elevation committee will evaluate all submittals received complete and by the deadline for submission. If interviews are required to assist in making the selection, those firms will be notified. Interviews, if required, will be held virtually via Teams/Zoom or in person on the University campus.

2.7 AVAILABLE RESOURCES:

• Full Set of drawings: https://utexas.box.com/s/xznitkc03eu5k52ugbh1ny8t9bqiv91y

• Water feature specifications: https://utexas.box.com/s/w1a3mi7e4eltrivcqas2qxr3l46jurdw https://utexas.box.com/s/xznitkc03eu5k52ugbh1ny8t9bqiv91y https://utexas.box.com/s/w1a3mi7e4eltrivcqas2qxr3l46jurdw

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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.

Qualifications must present Respondent’s qualifications and understanding of the required services.

Respondents must address all requirements and provide specific information requested for each evaluation criteria. Qualifications must be concise but thorough, and detailed to allow proper evaluation of Respondent’s capabilities to provide the required services.

General Information (all information must be completed):

Provide the following information for Respondent:

Legal name of the company as registered with the State of Texas:

Address of the office proposed to provide services:

Primary point of contact (name, title, phone number, email):

Number of years in business:

Number of years of water feature work across consulting, design, installation and commissioning (NOTE: a minimum of ten years of experience is mandatory – firms proposing staff with less than 10 years of experience will be disqualified from further consideration):

Type of operation (individual, partnership, corporation, joint venture, etc.):

Number of employees by skill group:

Annual revenue for the past ten (10) years:

Describe the Respondent’s financial stability in general and confirm willingness to provide financial statements if requested:

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Is Respondent currently for sale or involved in any transaction to expand or to become acquired by another business entity? If yes, please explain the impact both in organizational and directional terms. Yes No

Provide any details of all past or pending litigation or claims filed against Respondent that would affect performance under a contract with the Owner:

Is Respondent currently in default on any loan agreement or financing agreement with any bank, financial institution, or other entity? If yes, specify date(s), details, circumstances, and prospects for resolution. Yes No

Does any relationship exist by relative, business associate, capital funding agreement, or any other such kinship between any member of the Respondent or any sub-consultant, to any Owner employee, officer or member of the University of Texas System Board of Regents? If so, please explain.

Provide a claims history under professional malpractice insurance for the past five (5) years for the Respondent and any team members proposed to provide professional services:

3.1 CRITERIA ONE: RESPONDENT’S STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS AND

AVAILABILITY TO UNDERTAKE THE PROJECT (Maximum of two (2) printed pages per question) (Maximum points: 15)

3.1.1 Provide a statement of interest for the project including a narrative describing the Prime

Firm’s and Project Team’s unique qualifications as pertaining to water feature technical oversight, peer review, constructability review and commissioning. Detail experience with interpretive, sculptural and complex custom architectural water features, including involvement during construction and start up.

3.1.2 Identify key professional(s) proposed to perform the services and provide a statement on the availability and commitment for the duration of the project.

3.1.3 Provide a brief description (one paragraph maximum) of Respondent’s practice as related specifically to water feature consulting, oversight and commissioning services.

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3.2 CRITERIA TWO: PROJECT TEAM’S ABILITY TO PROVIDE REQUIRED SERVICES

(Maximum points: 25)

3.2.1 Identify primary professional(s) proposed to provide services including role, authority and specific responsibilities.

3.2.2 Provide resumes for key personnel proposed to provide services, detailing demonstrated experience with architectural water features. Resumes are limited to 2 pages per individual and must include relevant project experience, number of years of professional experience and area(s) of expertise.

3.2.3 Describe Respondent’s experience in reviewing and applying Division 13 10 00 – Water

Features specifications, including constructability review, coordination with contractors and commissioning support.

3.3 CRITERIA THREE: RESPONDENT’S PERFORMANCE ON PAST REPRESENTATIVE

PROJECTS (Maximum points: 25)

List a maximum of three (3) completed or substantially completed water feature projects most closely related to the project described in this RFQ. Provide the following information for each project listed:

Project name and location Brief description of water feature and system complexity Respondent’s role (design lead, peer reviewer, technical advisor, commissioning agent, etc.) in the project Approximate completion date One representative image (optional)

For each project provided, include the Owner’s name and point of contact (name, title, phone, email).

3.4 CRITERIA FOUR: RESPONDENT’S GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE

ATTACHED SAMPLE AGREEMENT (Maximum points: 10)

Confirm Respondent’s review of attached sample agreement and ability to accept and comply with all terms, conditions and requirements. Identify any requested changes or clarification.

NOTE: as a Texas state agency and an institution under the University of Texas System, the University is unable to make substantial changes to the agreement. Requested modifications may result in disqualification.

3.5 CRITERIA FIVE: RESPONDENT’S KNOWLEDGE OF BEST PRACTICES (Maximum points: 10)

Describe Respondent’s approach to providing effective technical oversight, quality assurance and commissioning support for complex architectural water features during construction and close out.

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3.6 CRITERIA SIX: RESPONDENT’S ABILITY TO IDENTIFY AND RESOLVE

PROBLEMS ON PAST PROJECTS (Maximum points: 15)

Describe a maximum of three examples of problems experienced on previous projects, demonstrating how Respondent identified, analyzed and resolved technical, coordination and/or performance issues involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing or controls systems on comparable water feature projects, and emphasizing lessons learned and outcomes.

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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 TEN (10) PRINTED PAGES. The cover, table of contents, divider sheets, Subcontracting Plan (Section 1.13), and Execution of Offer do not count as printed 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 The Owner will not compensate respondents for any expenses incurred in Qualifications preparation or for any presentations that may be made, unless agreed to in writing in advance or required by law. Respondents submit Qualifications at their own risk and expense.

4.1.6 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.

4.1.7 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.

4.1.8 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.

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

4.1.10 Additional attachments shall NOT be included with Qualifications. Only the responses provided by Respondent to Section 3 of this RFQ will be used by Owner for evaluation.

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

4.1.12 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 – EXECUTION OF OFFER – RFQ 26PSS001

NOTE TO RESPONDENTS: THE ENTIRE EXECUTION OF OFFER MUST BE SUBMITTED 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.

5.1 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.

5.2 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.

5.3 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.

5.4 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.

5.5 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.

5.6 By signature hereon, Respondent represents and warrants that:

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

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

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5.6.3 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;

5.6.4 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;

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

5.6.6 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.

5.7 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.

5.8 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.

5.9 By signature hereon, Respondent certifies as follows:

5.9.1 “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.”

5.9.2 “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.”

5.9.3 “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.”

5.9.4 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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5.9.5 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).

5.9.6 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.

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

5.9.8 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 Qualifications.

5.9.9 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.

5.9.10 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.

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 Legal Company Name:

Respondent’s University of Texas EID No:

(If previously assigned)

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:

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

(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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ATTACHMENTS TO THE RFQ

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

Project Architect/Engineer

5.2 Exhibit H: Policy Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB)

5.3 Not Used

5.4 Not Used

5.5 The University of Texas System Architect / Engineer Fee Schedule

Rev. 9/15/2021 ems GA-48 12/16/2024

AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE BOARD OF REGENTS, UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM and

PROJECT ARCHITECT/ENGINEER for

A PROJECT OF LIMITED SIZE OR SCOPE

This Agreement is made as of , 20___ (the “Effective Date”), by and between:

The Owner: The Board of Regents of The University of Texas System c/o The University of Texas at Austin Campus Operations and Planning – Planning, Design and Construction 1301 East Dean Keeton, FC1 Austin, TX 78722 and

The Professional Services Provider:

for

The Project:

The Owner and the Professional Services Provider (PSP) agree as follows:

ARTICLE 1

PSP’s SERVICES

PSP agrees to perform the services specifically described in Exhibit 1 and all other professional services reasonably inferable from Exhibit 1 and necessary for complete performance of PSP’s obligations under this Agreement (collectively, “PSP’s Services”). To the extent of any conflict between the terms in Exhibit 1 and this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall prevail.

ARTICLE 2

PSP’s RESPONSIBILITIES

Project PSP agrees and acknowledges that Owner is entering into this Agreement in reliance on Project PSP’s represented professional abilities with respect to performing Project PSP’s services, duties, and obligations under this Agreement. Project PSP shall perform its Services (i) with the professional skill and care ordinarily provided by competent PSP practicing in the same or similar locality and under the same or similar circumstances and professional license; and (ii) as expeditiously as is prudent considering the ordinary professional skill and care of a competent architect in accordance with the usual and customary professional standards of care, skill and diligence consistent with good professional services practices for firms in Texas that provide professional services for projects that are similar in size, scope, and budget to the Project, and (iii) in compliance with all applicable national, federal, state, municipal, and State of Texas laws, regulations, codes, ordinances, orders and with those of any other body having jurisdiction. There are no obligations, commitments, or impediments of any kind known to the Project PSP that will limit or prevent performance by Project PSP of its services. Project PSP hereby

5.1 Attachment

Draft Agreement Between the Board of Regents, The University of Texas System, Owner, and Project Architect/Engineer agrees to correct, at its own cost, any of its Services, and the services of its consultants, that do not meet the standard of care.

PSP shall at all times provide sufficient personnel to accomplish PSP’s Services in a timely manner. PSP shall manage its services, administer the Project and coordinate other professional services as necessary for the complete performance of PSP’s obligations under this Agreement.

PSP agrees to perform PSP’s Services in compliance with all applicable national, federal, state, municipal, and State of Texas laws,…