A/E RFQ - RELLIS Water Tower and Water Well, RELLIS Campus

The Texas A&M University System Office of Facilities Planning & Construction is seeking architectural and engineering (A/E) qualifications for the RELLIS Water Tower and Water Well project located in Bryan, Texas. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeks professional services to design and construct a comprehensive water supply system that includes a 3,200-foot-deep well capable of producing 2,800 gallons per minute, a water transmission main, cooling tower, ground storage tank, and a 1.5-million-gallon elevated storage tank. Respondents must submit their qualifications electronically through the e-Builder platform by 2:00 pm Central Time on April 2, 2025. The procurement will follow a Construction Manager-at-Risk (CSP) project delivery method, with the potential to select three or more top-qualified respondents for an interview phase. Evaluation will likely focus on technical expertise, relevant project experience, team qualifications, and demonstrated capability to successfully complete complex water infrastructure projects. The RFQ emphasizes the importance of maintaining 80 psi water pressure and providing up to 1,934 acre-feet of water annually across two distinct project sites on the RELLIS campus.

The total planning amount for this project is $27,555,000, with $21,773,000 specifically available for the construction contract. No specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation. The project will be executed across two primary locations: the well and associated equipment situated on the southwest corner of the campus, and the cooling tower and storage tanks positioned on the northern side. All project documentation, including potential addendums, will be exclusively posted and accessible through the e-Builder platform, which suggests a digital-first approach to project communication and submission. Potential respondents should be prepared for a comprehensive qualification review process that may include detailed interviews and a thorough examination of technical capabilities. Interested firms should carefully review all project specifications and be prepared to demonstrate significant expertise in large-scale water infrastructure design and construction.