RFQ Ernest Cockrell Jr. Hall (ECJ) Roof Replacement CP2001733 26DBL001

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking qualified design-build teams for a comprehensive roof replacement and structural remediation project at Ernest Cockrell Jr. Hall, solicited under RFQ 26DBL001, with a response deadline of June 15, 2026. The scope includes full removal of the existing roofing assembly down to the structural deck and installation of a high-performance roofing system, alongside critical structural repairs to the mechanical penthouse to ensure long-term building envelope integrity. Work must be strategically phased to coordinate with ongoing laboratory renovations and mechanical shaft upgrades on upper floors, requiring careful scheduling and minimal disruption to active research operations. The project is governed by a guaranteed maximum price structure, with a potential construction cost ceiling of $4 million, and requires bidders to demonstrate financial stability, provide a letter of intent from a surety for bonding, and maintain insurance as stipulated in the contract. All respondents must be registered with the State of Texas, provide either a Texas VID or Federal EIN, and comply fully with federal, state, and local laws, including equal employment opportunity regulations and safety standards under OSHA. Bidders are evaluated on a 100-point scale, prioritizing the qualifications of their design-build team, past performance on similar projects, budget and schedule control capabilities, and knowledge of design-build best practices including value engineering and Guaranteed Maximum Price alignment. A detailed subcontracting plan under the VetHUB program is mandatory, requiring disclosure of all subcontracted work, identification of certified service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, and submission of the Subcontracting Opportunity Notification Form and Prime Contractor Progress Assessment Report. Any modification to the subcontracting plan requires prior agency approval, and all subcontractors must be formally notified of their award with full contract details. Submission of a completed Affirmation of Prime Contractor, certified financial stability statement, and full disclosure of any conflicts of interest involving university personnel or Regents is required. Payment is contingent on submission of a Progress Assessment Report with each invoice, using the template provided by the Texas Comptroller’s office, and the contractor must permit onsite and headquarters reviews upon request. The procurement is conducted under NAICS code 238160, and while no fixed budget is published, all proposals must align with the Design Criteria Package provided to qualified respondents.