Design Build (RFQ) - South Campus Buried Pipe Replacement - Y Loop and K Courtyard

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a qualified design‑build firm to replace its existing direct‑buried chilled water and steam distribution piping on the South Campus “Y Loop” and “K Courtyard” areas. The work includes full design, engineering, construction, testing, and commissioning of new buried utility infrastructure, adhering to numerous university‑specific design, safety, and regulatory requirements. • Professional design‑build services for replacement of chilled‑water and steam pipes serving multiple campus buildings. • Compliance with UT System construction guidelines, master specifications, safety policies, and Texas state tax and franchise requirements. • Submission of extensive qualifications, including past performance on similar design‑build and UT System projects, safety risk management, and team staffing plans. • Closed‑loop schedule: posting 1 Apr 2026, deadline 15 May 2026; award timing not disclosed. • Primary contact: John Ihnfeldt (procurement).