Ernest Cockrell Jr. Hall Renovation, Floors 7 and 8

The University of Texas at Austin is soliciting proposals to select a Construction Manager-at-Risk for the renovation of floors 7 and 8 of Ernest Cockrell Jr. Hall. The project has a Construction Cost Limitation of 24,000,000 dollars. Proposals are due by November 10, 2025, via the Bonfire portal and will be evaluated based on a best value trade-off methodology. The primary evaluation criteria include past performance on representative projects, the ability to meet schedules, the qualifications of the CMAR team, cost control capabilities, knowledge of current construction technologies, and the ability to manage safety risks. The selected contractor must adhere to strict University of Texas System standards, including prevailing wage determinations for the Austin area and mandatory Historically Underutilized Business utilization goals. Key contractual requirements include the use of an owner-administered online project management system, compliance with an Owner Controlled Insurance Program, and adherence to rigorous safety and quality control protocols. The scope of work encompasses all phases from pre-construction and procurement to commissioning and final closeout, with final acceptance contingent upon the delivery of comprehensive record documents and the successful completion of functional performance tests.