A/E RFQ - Fowler, Hughes and Schuhmacher Halls Plumbing Riser Replacement Project - Texas A&M

The Texas A&M University System Office of Facilities Planning & Construction has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ-02-3466) for the Fowler, Hughes and Schuhmacher Halls Plumbing Riser Replacement project located in College Station, Texas. The procurement seeks an Architect/Engineer (A/E) firm to manage a comprehensive plumbing and mechanical infrastructure replacement across three residence halls. The project scope involves replacing plumbing stacks and mechanical ductwork in twenty CMU mechanical chases, impacting approximately 157 restrooms. Specific deliverables include removing and replacing sanitary waste and vent piping, water supply lines, exhaust ductwork, and architectural elements such as fire-rated walls, shower pans, and ceiling systems. Qualifications will be accepted through the e-Builder platform until 2:00 pm Central Time on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, with the potential for up to three top-qualified respondents to be interviewed. Interested parties must register through the provided link and direct any questions to David Wilkinson at the Texas A&M University System Office of Facilities Planning & Construction.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The total Planning Amount for the project is $10,700,000, with $8,788,204 available for the construction contract, and the remaining funds allocated for fees, furnishings, miscellaneous expenses, and contingencies. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The project will require integration with existing residence hall infrastructure, focusing on modernizing plumbing and mechanical systems across Fowler, Hughes, and Schuhmacher Halls. The procurement process will be conducted entirely through the e-Builder platform, with strict instructions to maintain confidentiality of the internal platform link. Prospective respondents should carefully review the RFQ package and ensure compliance with all submission requirements and technical specifications outlined in the procurement documents.