CONSTRUCTION MANAGER-AT-RISK for TSBVI GENERATORS AND HVAC REPLACEMENTS

The Texas Facilities Commission is seeking a qualified Construction Manager-at-Risk to execute Project #25-005-4201 and 25-005-2567 at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Austin, Texas, involving the installation of backup generators and replacement of HVAC systems across multiple campus buildings. The project includes the addition of four generators to provide partial or full backup power for non-life safety but essential operations, with three of those buildings designated as Shelter-in-Place facilities to ensure student comfort and safety during extended power outages. Additionally, thirty-two rooftop Aaon HVAC units across ten buildings, eight split-system units on Building 610, and three on Building 509 will be replaced, along with the installation of five new water heaters. The estimated cost of the work is $7 million excluding pre-construction and construction management fees, with a projected timeline of 120 days for pre-construction activities and 360 days for construction, subject to adjustments to align with the school calendar to minimize disruption. The contract follows a one-step award process requiring respondents to submit qualifications and pricing in a structured format through the TFC OpenGov portal, with submissions must include a Bid Bond of $25,000 and be organized into four distinct packages covering execution, HUB compliance, scored qualifications, and pricing. The procurement is governed by Texas Government Code Chapter 2269 and mandates compliance with Buy America requirements for all iron and steel products, adherence to prevailing wage laws, and full compliance with safety regulations under Public Law 91-596 and Texas labor codes. A HUB Subcontracting Plan is mandatory, with a utilization goal of 21.1%, and failure to submit a complete and compliant plan results in automatic rejection. Contractors must maintain rigorous records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Texas State Auditor’s Office standards, and are subject to audit by TFC, the State Auditor’s Office, or the Attorney General. Insurance requirements include workers’ compensation, employer’s liability coverage of $1 million per category, and liability coverage as specified, with performance and payment bonds required if the contract sum exceeds $100,000 and $25,000 respectively, potentially capped at the Guaranteed Maximum Price. The evaluation is based on best value, with experience and qualifications weighted at 40%, methodology and budget/schedule compliance at 30%, compensation and fees at 2