RFQ/P for Construction Manager-At-Risk - Fine Arts Facilities Expansion at Sul Ross State University in Alpine, Texas

The contract involves the selection of a Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) for the Fine Arts Facilities Expansion at Sul Ross State University in Alpine, Texas, with an estimated project value between five and fifteen million dollars. The process is structured in two phases: first, evaluating and ranking qualifications independently of cost, and second, assessing pricing and delivery proposals to determine the best overall value. The Owner may interview up to five top-ranked respondents but retains the right to proceed without interviews. The project scope includes renovating and expanding existing buildings to enhance instructional, rehearsal, and performance spaces, with key milestones set for substantial completion by late December 2026 and final completion by late January 2027. The contract will be governed by the Owner’s standard Construction Management-at-Risk Agreement, incorporating the 2022 Uniform General Conditions for Construction Contracts, and will require compliance with numerous state and federal statutes, including HUB participation, cybersecurity training, nondiscrimination, prevailing wage, and anti-boycott laws. Respondents must submit their Qualifications, Proposals, and HUB Commitment Letter in separate, sealed packages simultaneously by October 15, 2025. Each package must be clearly labeled, contain the specified number of hard copies and digital PDFs, and adhere to formatting guidelines such as page limits, binding methods, and labeling. The evaluation emphasizes a best value approach, with proposal pricing accounting for up to half of the total score, alongside qualifications related to safety, past performance, technical knowledge, and safety management. The contract stipulates detailed requirements for quality control, inspection, and acceptance procedures, which are primarily conducted on-site by the Owner’s representatives, with the Construction Manager responsible for implementing quality assurance and addressing non-conforming work. The agreement also incorporates various certifications and representations related to legal compliance, conflict of interest, HUB participation, and statutory certifications, all of which must be affirmed by the respondent’s authorized signatory. Overall, the procurement emphasizes transparency, compliance with applicable laws, and a collaborative approach to delivering a modernized fine arts facility within the specified schedule.