RFQ for Utilities and Energy Management Projects (UEM)

The University of Texas at Austin is soliciting statements of qualifications for one or more professional and technical services firms to support Utilities and Energy Management (UEM) projects on an as-needed basis. The scope of work is divided into two primary areas: projects involving campus utility plants and distribution systems, and building-specific infrastructure facility renovations and upgrades. Services include providing supervision, manpower, materials, and equipment, with deliverables ranging from schematic designs to issued for construction documents and specifications. The contract is established on a non-exclusive, indefinite quantity basis with an overall maximum value of 5,000,000 dollars. The initial term is one year, with the option for the owner to renew for four additional one-year periods. While the primary place of performance is the University of Texas at Austin, providers must be available to serve all University of Texas System member institutions. Selection is based on a subjective evaluation of the most qualified firms, with scoring weighted across the respondent's statement of interest, project team experience, past performance on representative projects, knowledge of best practices, and the ability to control costs and schedules. Respondents must submit their qualifications via UT Box by November 2, 2026, adhering to a 40-page limit and specific PDF naming conventions. Required documentation includes an Execution of Offer letter and a Subcontracting Plan, the latter of which is a mandatory requirement for compliance. The contract incorporates the 2013 Uniform General Conditions for UT System Construction Projects and mandates compliance with prevailing wage scales, federal safety standards, and Texas accessibility regulations. Performance and payment bonds are required for contracts exceeding 100,000 and 25,000 dollars, respectively.