Opportunity

Texas DIR/ESBD #0008612

Construction Manager-at-Risk for Generators and HVAC Replacements at TSBVI

Posted

May 04, 2026

Respond By

May 27, 2026

Identifier

0008612

NAICS

236220, 238220, 238210, 562910

The Texas Facilities Commission is seeking a Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) for a major infrastructure upgrade at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (TSBVI) campus in Austin, Texas. - Government Buyer: - Texas Facilities Commission (Facilities Design & Construction Division) - Project managed in coordination with architect/engineer O'Connell Robertson and Associates, Inc. - OEMs and Vendors: - Aaon (roof-top HVAC units) - Major generator manufacturers (e.g., Caterpillar, Cummins, Generac) are likely for diesel generators - Products/Services Requested: - Installation of three new backup diesel generators (300kW and 175kW) with structural pads - Replacement of 32 roof-top Aaon HVAC units across 10 buildings (various tonnages) - Replacement of 11 split-system HVAC units (8 in Building 610, 3 in Building 509) - Replacement of water heaters and recirculation pumps in five buildings - Replacement and upgrade of building automation systems campus-wide - Electrical upgrades including backup panels and ATS - Construction Manager-at-Risk services for pre-construction and construction phases - Asbestos abatement and third-party testing for quality assurance - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Dual CTCD/CTCM certification required for CMR - Compliance with Texas HUB Subcontracting Plan - Asbestos abatement and third-party testing are mandatory - Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposal required - Fast-track scheduling and phased construction allowed - Liquidated damages for delays; insurance and bonding required - Place of Performance: - All work performed at Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 1100 W 45th St, Austin, TX 78756 - Texas Facilities Commission Headquarters, 1711 San Jacinto Boulevard, Austin, TX 78701 - Estimated Contract Value: - $7,000,000 (Cost of Work, excluding management fees and general conditions)

Description

The Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) is soliciting qualifications for a Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMR) for the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (TSBVI) Generators and HVAC Replacements project. The project scope includes installation of backup generators for power outages, replacement of HVAC units on multiple buildings, replacement of water heaters, and related work across 12 buildings on the TSBVI campus located at 1100 W 45th St, Austin, TX. The estimated cost of work is $7,000,000 excluding management fees and general conditions. Construction is expected to start within 21 days after Notice to Proceed, with a pre-construction period of 120 days and a total construction period of 360 days.

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