CMAR RFP - 23-3423

The Texas A&M University System Office of Facilities Planning & Construction has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP-23-3423) for a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) project located in McAllen, Texas. The procurement seeks a qualified CMAR firm to deliver comprehensive services for a new Health Education and Research Building at the Texas A&M University's Higher Education Center at McAllen (HECM). The three-story, 48,347-gross-square-foot facility will require pre-construction services including constructability guidance, detailed cost estimates, and comprehensive construction schedules. The successful firm will be responsible for developing and delivering a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) and completing full construction services. Proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. Central Time on Thursday, September 18, 2025, and must be submitted through the e-Builder platform. The selection will be based on a "best value" methodology using published selection criteria, with the potential for candidate interviews. The Owner will evaluate proposals using specific, pre-established criteria to determine the most qualified CMAR firm.

The total project Planning Amount is $50,000,000, with $37,464,000 specifically allocated for the construction contract. While the RFP does not explicitly outline set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, respondents will need to access and submit proposals through the specified e-Builder link. The proposed building will include diverse spaces such as flexible classrooms, specialized teaching and pharmacy labs, clinical skills areas, faculty offices, administrative suites, a library, and student-focused amenities including a testing center, makerspace, innovation studio, lounges, and gathering areas. The project represents a significant investment in educational infrastructure at the McAllen Higher Education Center, with the new facility designed to support advanced medical and pharmaceutical education. Potential bidders should carefully review all documentation and be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive construction management capabilities, with a focus on delivering a high-quality educational facility that meets the specific needs of Texas A&M Health.