Description
The University of Texas at Dallas is seeking qualified Construction Manager‑at‑Risk (CM‑R) firms to deliver a campus‑wide Deferred Maintenance program consisting of four multi‑stage phases. The work includes air‑handler replacement, VAV upgrades, interior finishes, restroom renovations, building envelope and roofing repairs, elevator upgrades, electrical system rehabilitation, and utility resiliency improvements across multiple campus facilities. Each phase will be awarded a separate Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) with budget limits ranging from $15 M to $65 M. The contract will be a two‑step selection process: initial proposal submission followed by interviews of the top respondents. The project is expected to run from early 2027 through December 2029, with a total program value of approximately $27 M.
• Scope: Four multi‑stage construction phases covering HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, elevators, and building envelope across the UT‑Dallas campus.
• Delivery method: Construction Manager‑at‑Risk with separate GMPs for each phase.
• Budget: Total $27 M; individual phase limits $65 M, $45 M, $45 M, $15 M.
• Timeline: Notice to Proceed early 2027; substantial completion by November 2029; final completion December 2029.
• Submission: Electronic proposals via Bonfire portal by 3:00 PM CST, 12/4/2026; optional pre‑submittal conference 11/5/2026.
• Evaluation: Best‑value ranking; top five may be invited to interview.
• Mandatory requirements: VetHUB subcontracting plan, franchise tax certification, workers’ compensation, prevailing‑wage compliance, and various certifications per Texas law.