University of Minnesota Ionwave #01-111-26-3789

University of Minnesota RFP – Comprehensive Design Services for Diehl Hall Renovation

The University of Minnesota is seeking qualified architectural and engineering design teams for the comprehensive renovation and repurposing of Diehl Hall, a major health sciences facility on its Twin Cities campus in Minneapolis. - Government Buyer: - University of Minnesota, Board of Regents, Capital Project Management - Project Scope: - Full interior gut and remodel of Diehl Hall (approx. 199,273 sq ft, six stories) - Complete replacement of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems - Upgrades to fire suppression, life-safety, and accessibility systems - Building envelope improvements (roof, windows, exterior enhancements) - Asbestos abatement in mechanical and interior finish systems - Installation of new emergency generator and power network - Upgrades to stair guardrails, handrails, and library shelving bracing - Restroom accessibility renovations and dual-level drinking fountain installations - Security upgrades (card readers, automated doors) - FF&E (furniture, furnishings, and equipment) design and specification - Net zero energy analysis in support of the University's Climate Action Plan - Services Requested: - Architectural and engineering design services from predesign through construction administration - Coordination with University teams for furniture selection/specification - Use of Bluebeam for design review sessions and select finish renderings for presentations - Products/Line Items (examples): - Safety glazing, stair guardrail upgrades, seismic bracing, fire suppression systems, exit signs, ADA signage, asbestos abatement, fire sprinkler system extension, restroom upgrades, emergency generator, security access upgrades - Estimated Construction Cost: - $120 million - OEMs/Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to qualified, licensed design teams and construction contractors for cost estimating - Unique Requirements: - Compliance with current accessibility and building codes - Coordination with University purchasing policies for furnishings - Net zero analysis and sustainability focus - Phased contract: initial predesign, with amendments for later phases - Place of Performance: - Diehl Hall, Health Science District, 505 Essex St SE, Minneapolis, MN - University of Minnesota Medical Campus, Minneapolis - Malcolm Moos Health Sciences Tower (pre-proposal meeting location)

Description

The University of Minnesota is soliciting proposals for professional design services to facilitate the strategic renovation of Diehl Hall on the Twin Cities campus. The project involves a comprehensive modernization including interior gut and remodel, replacement of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, and life-safety systems, as well as building envelope improvements such as roof and window replacements. The scope includes all phases from predesign through construction administration, with an estimated construction cost of $120 million. The design team will also coordinate furniture specifications and collaborate with the University's Capital Project Management Interior Design team.

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