New York State Contract Reporter #2026-010

Mercy University is seeking qualifications from design consultant firms for a major renovation and expansion of the Main Hall – Maverick Campus Center at its Dobbs Ferry Campus. - Government Buyer: - Mercy University (formerly Mercy College), Dobbs Ferry Campus, Procurement Department - Project Scope: - Full-service architectural and engineering design consultant services for renovation and new additions (up to 50,000 sq ft) to the Main Hall – Maverick Campus Center, an early 1960s complex - Spaces include academic instructional areas, specialized labs for natural sciences, health professions, and nursing, admissions, student activities, library, career commons, informal social and food service areas - Focus on student-centered learning, informal gathering, and sustainability initiatives (including alternative energy systems and geothermal feasibility) - Notable Requirements: - Firms must demonstrate experience in higher education projects, especially in natural sciences, health professions, and nursing - Expertise in sustainability and alternative energy systems is required - MWBE participation goals: 18% MBE and 12% WBE - Comprehensive services required: analysis, design phases, construction documents, bid review, construction administration, and project management - Budget: - Estimated $20 million for design and initial phases; total projected investment of $33 million - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named; this is a solicitation for professional services - Period of Performance: - Design services: May 2026 – April 2027 - Construction: August 2027 – July 2030 (phased) - Full program space utilization by September 2030 - Locations: - Primary place of performance: 555 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 (Westchester Campus) - Additional Mercy University campuses/offices listed for context: Bronx, Manhattan, Tarrytown

Mercy College is seeking full service architectural and engineering design consultant services for a major renovation and new additions project of an early 1960s complex. The project includes academic instructional spaces, specialized nursing, health professions, natural sciences labs, admissions, student activities, library, career commons, and social and food service areas. The renovation aims to create a transformational campus center that supports student learning, informal gathering, and sustainability initiatives, including alternative energy systems. The contract term is from May 2026 to September 2030, with MWBE goals of 18% MBE and 12% WBE.