Description
The Texas A&M University System’s Office of Facilities Planning & Construction is seeking qualified Architect/Engineer firms to design and manage the construction of a new West Campus Vivarium in College Station, Texas. The project will replace the existing Laboratory Animal Care Building with a 68,890‑sq‑ft facility that includes cage wash areas, animal holding rooms, and procedure spaces, meeting USDA, NIH, and AAALAC standards. The selection process begins with a Request for Qualifications (RFQ); the top firms may be invited to interview. The overall planning budget is $135 million, with $98.5 million earmarked for the construction contract. Submissions must be uploaded to e‑Builder by 2:00 p.m. CT on 10 Nov 2026.
• Scope: Architectural, engineering, interior design, fire protection, HVAC, structural, civil, and compliance consulting for a large animal research facility.
• Size: ~68,890 gross sf; includes specialized lab and animal‑care spaces.
• Budget: $135 M total planning amount; $98.5 M available for construction contract.
• Submission: Statement of qualifications via e‑Builder; deadline 11/10/2026, 2:00 p.m. CT.
• Evaluation: Owner may select top three (or more) firms for interview.
• Requirements: Compliance with federal animal‑care regulations, state subcontracting plan, and Texas A&M procurement policies.