Renovation of an educational facility in Commerce, Texas. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

The Texas A&M University System Office of Facilities Planning & Construction (FP&C) on behalf of the Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System (Owner) and East Texas A&M University are soliciting statements of qualifications for selection of an Architect/Engineer (A/E) firm for the Renovate and Re-Purpose Binnion Hall project (#21-3438) at East Texas A&M University in Commerce, Texas, in accordance with the terms, conditions, and requirements set forth in this Request for Qualifications (RFQ). It is the responsibility of the respondent to ensure the qualification submission is uploaded prior to the deadline. No exceptions will be allowed for late submittals. Any questions regarding this RFQ shall be directed to: Don Montgomery The Texas A&M University System Office of Facilities Planning & Construction Phone: (979) 458-7052 E-mail: donald.montgomery@tamus.edu The new campus housing renovation project of the historic three-story Binnion Hall will aid in bolstering the student housing offerings at East Texas A&M University. Once renovated, the facility will provide an attractive housing alternative for senior-level students. The ground floor will feature a variety of amenities for the students, including a building lounge, business center, gaming center, laundry, and dining room connected to a commercial kitchen. The ground floor will also include accommodation for the Residential Life office suite and a two-bedroom apartment for professional staff. The upper levels will contain study spaces and student lounges distributed throughout each floor to provide convenient access for students. The bedroom suites will be a mixture of single, double, triple, and quadruple rooms. Bathroom and shower facilities will be included within the suites. The site design will include a large outdoor plaza located in the courtyard between Binnion Hall and Henderson Hall. This approach will reinforce the vision outlined in the Campus Master Plan by improving the pedestrian experience and access to outdoor spaces. Existing parking lots and facilities will remain unaltered. The Planning Amount for this project is $24,800,000. The Planning Amount includes an Amount Available for Construction Contract (AACC) of $17,900,000. Fees, furnishings, other work, miscellaneous expenses, and contingencies make up the balance of the Planning Amount. This RFQ is the first step in the process for selecting an A/E firm. The RFQ provides the information necessary to prepare and submit Qualifications for consideration by the Owner. The Owner may select three (3) or more of the top qualified Respondents to present their qualifications during an interview.