AE RFQ – Texas A&M Health - Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion/Renovation & EnMed Build-out

The Texas A&M University System's Office of Facilities Planning & Construction is seeking architectural and engineering firms for a comprehensive renovation and expansion project at the Alkek IBT Building and Discovery Tower in Houston, Texas. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) solicits professional services for transforming 8,750 square feet of shell space into administrative offices and collaboration spaces, and renovating multiple floors in the Alkek Building to create flexible research laboratory environments. Respondents must submit qualifications through the e-Builder platform by 2:00 pm Central Time on April 15, 2025, with the Owner potentially selecting three or more top-qualified firms for interviews. The project involves critical upgrades to utility systems, including HVAC, gas lines, and water systems across the 2nd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 11th floors, with a focus on reconfiguring spaces to support modern laboratory layouts. Interested firms must follow specific registration procedures in the e-Builder platform and direct any questions to Joseph Maytum from the Facilities Planning & Construction office.

The total project planning amount is $100,000,000, with $74,400,000 allocated for the construction contract, indicating a significant investment in facility modernization. While the RFQ does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive architectural and engineering capabilities specific to complex laboratory and medical research facility renovations. The project will occur in an occupied building, requiring careful planning and minimal disruption to existing operations. Firms will need to showcase expertise in healthcare and research facility design, with a particular emphasis on creating adaptable, technologically advanced spaces that support innovative medical research and administrative functions. The phased approach to the renovation suggests a need for detailed project management skills and the ability to coordinate multiple simultaneous renovation streams across different building floors and spaces.