New 200 Bed Residence Hall Design-Build

Dormitory Authority State of New York

Buyer seeks a qualified Design-Build team to design and construct a new 200-bed residence hall at SUNY Cortland. The project aims to provide affordable, independent-style campus housing with single-occupancy bedroom apartments featuring kitchens and living areas. The residence hall will be located on South Campus near the Student Life Center along Tompkins Street. Buyer requires a focus on cost management and innovative approaches to affordable housing solutions, with potential use of modular or prefabricated systems.

• 5/30/2025 - Deadline for RFQ Questions
• 6/3/2025 - Post Responses to RFQ Questions
• 6/10/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 7/14/2025 - Selection of Shortlisted Teams
• 7/17/2025 - RFP issued to Shortlisted Teams
• 9/23/2025 - RFP Proposals Due
• 10/6/2025 - Interviews
• 10/10/2025 - Notice of Award
• 12/1/2025 - Contract Execution

• Experience designing and constructing similar residence halls
• Experience with Design/Build method on similar projects
• Builder must have Experience Modification Rate less than 1.2
• Experience meeting M/WBE and SDVOB participation goals
• NY State professional licensure and registration for architectural services
• Registration to do business in New York State
• Sufficient bonding capacity for design-build contract value

• Design and construct new 200-bed residence hall on South Campus
• Create primarily single-occupancy bedroom apartments with kitchens and living areas
• Design common spaces including lounges, laundry rooms, and study areas
• Incorporate sustainability and energy efficiency requirements into design
• Manage construction to ensure completion by March 2028
• Develop efficient and cost-effective design to meet fixed budget
• Consider modular or prefabricated construction systems
• Utilize M/WBE and SDVOB firms to meet established goals
• Provide materials and labor payment and performance bonds
• Obtain required professional licenses and certifications