RFQ for Architect/Engineer Services - Student Health Center Expansion for Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas

Texas State University in San Marcos is requesting proposals for architect/engineer services to design a 20,000-gross-square-foot, two-story addition to the existing Student Health Center, with proposals due November 5, 2026.

The scope encompasses comprehensive architectural and engineering design services including structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, civil, fire protection, audio-visual/information technology/security, landscape design, irrigation, signage, and furniture layout coordination. The addition will consolidate University Health Services, Student Counseling Center, Care Center (Dean of Students), and Disability Services into a single location and will feature a new formal building entry and lobby, renovated pharmacy facilities, and a new pick-up/drop-off drive with parking. The designer must provide project cost estimating and Building Information Modeling (BIM) services. All design work must comply with Texas State University Design and Construction Standards unless approved variances are obtained during the design phase, and completed construction documents require review by the university's Resource Administration Services for compliance verification.

The designer assumes responsibility for locating and protecting utilities, conducting underground utility locating measures including potholing, establishing line and grade, and all field surveying and layout required for construction. The designer must identify all structures, hardscape, paving, and landscaping for demolition and disposal and specify all wayfinding, directional, and code-required signage in accordance with university guidelines.

Construction will occur while the existing building remains occupied and operational, requiring close coordination with Student Health Center staff to maintain safe access, manage utility and construction disruptions, and coordinate construction staging, access, and parking arrangements. Texas State University will furnish boundary, topographic, utility, and tree surveys; a soils report; and will provide materials testing, HVAC/domestic hot water testing and balancing, commissioning services, and building envelope testing as needed.