University of Minnesota Ionwave #01-053-26-3805

Professional Design Services for Northrop Auditorium House Lighting Upgrade

This opportunity involves professional design services for upgrading the house lighting systems at Northrop Auditorium, University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus. - Government Buyer: - University of Minnesota, Board of Regents - Scope of Work: - Evaluation of existing house lighting and control systems - Design and documentation for replacement or upgrade solutions - Areas covered: Front-of-House, Main Auditorium/Carlson Family Stage, Best Buy Theater - Excludes: Theatrical lighting, office/administrative spaces, construction, and installation - Deliverables: - Schematic design, design development, and construction documents - Detailed cost estimates by a qualified, licensed construction contractor - OEMs and Systems Referenced: - Crestron - Gopher systems - Electric Theater Controls (ETC) - Technical Requirements: - New lighting must be compatible with existing auditorium lighting controls - Support smooth, step-free dimming for LED fixtures - Integration with both theater and architectural controllers - Notable Requirements: - Cost estimating must be performed by a licensed construction contractor as part of the design team - Project is limited to design and documentation; construction and installation will be contracted separately - Place of Performance: - Northrop Auditorium, 84 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455

Description

The University of Minnesota is soliciting proposals for professional design services to upgrade the house lighting systems at Northrop Auditorium, a historic performance venue on the Twin Cities campus. The project involves evaluating existing lighting systems, developing replacement or upgrade solutions, and producing complete design and construction documentation to support future construction. The scope includes front-of-house areas, main auditorium stage lighting, and Best Buy Theater house lighting, excluding office and administrative spaces. Design phases include schematic design, design development, and construction documents, with cost estimating services included. The project aims to replace outdated, inefficient lighting and control systems with modern, compatible LED fixtures and controls.

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