CMAR RFP – Eagle Landing Phase 4 – Texarkana, Texas

The Texas A&M University System is soliciting proposals for the selection of a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) firm to deliver pre-construction and construction services for Eagle Landing Phase 4 at Texas A&M University-Texarkana, with the project located in College Station, Texas. The scope includes the construction of six three-story, apartment-style residence halls, each housing 105 beds, for a total capacity of 630 students, featuring a mix of shared and private bedrooms with private bathrooms in each unit. The buildings will be constructed using wood frame methods with masonry and other building materials for the exterior enclosure. Additional work involves rerouting an existing road to the west to create a loop around the site for fire lane compliance and connecting to the northern parking area, along with planning for a future clubhouse adjacent to the residence halls for student support and collaboration. The selected firm must provide comprehensive pre-construction services including constructability reviews, detailed cost estimating, and construction scheduling, and is required to submit a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) as part of the CMAR delivery model, consistent with the Texas A&M University System’s established processes. The estimated contract value is $51.8 million, with $38.38 million allocated specifically for construction, while the remainder covers fees, furnishings, contingencies, and other expenses. Proposals must be submitted through the e-Builder platform by 2:00 p.m. CDT on Thursday, May 28, 2026, with no late submissions permitted. All RFP documents, addenda, and responses must be accessed and managed exclusively via the e-Builder portal, and responders are required to register through the provided link to participate. The award will be based on a best-value selection process evaluating fee proposals, general conditions pricing, and the overall technical merit of the CMAR firm’s approach; interviews may be conducted at the agency’s discretion. The procuring agency is the Texas A&M University System Office of Facilities Planning & Construction, and inquiries should be directed to Jeff Herring. While specific contract clauses, inspection procedures, and administrative details are not included in the published materials, respondents are expected to consult the full RFP package on e-Builder for all contractual requirements. The NAICS code for this solicitation is 236220, and the contract is classified as a solicitation under the State, Local, and Educational (SLED) organization type.