Site work and new construction of an educational facility in McAllen, Texas. Completed plans call for the construction of a educational facility; for site work for a educational facility; and 48,347-square-foot, three-story above grade educational facility.

As of January 21, 2026, no awards have been made. A timeframe for award is undetermined at this time. The Health Education and Research Building, a three-story, 48,347-gross-square-foot facility in McAllen, Texas, will be the third building at Texas A&M University's Higher Education Center at McAllen (HECM). Located north of the campus's planned central quad, it will provide student support, education, and research spaces to address regional demand for public health and pharmacy education, as well as general academic and student success needs. The building will include flexible classrooms, specialized teaching and pharmacy labs, clinical skills areas, faculty offices, administrative suites, and a library with study and collaboration spaces. Additional student-focused amenities will feature a testing center, makerspace, innovation studio, lounges, and gathering areas, all integrated with ongoing campus infrastructure, utilities, and parking. The Planning Amount for the project is $50,000,000, which includes an Amount Available for Construction Contract (AACC) of $37,464,000. Fees, furnishings, other work, miscellaneous expenses, and contingencies make up the balance of the Planning Amount. Any questions regarding this RFP shall be directed to: Chase Miller The Texas A&M University System Office of Facilities Planning & Construction Phone: (979) 458-7064 E-mail: chase.miller@tamus.edu