University of Minnesota Ionwave #01-111-26-3789 Addendum 1

University of Minnesota Seeks A/E Design Services for Diehl Hall Renovation and Repurposing

The University of Minnesota is seeking qualified architectural and engineering firms to provide comprehensive design services for the major renovation and repurposing of Diehl Hall, a six-story, 199,273 sq ft laboratory and office building on the Twin Cities campus in Minneapolis. - Government Buyer: - University of Minnesota, Board of Regents, Capital Project Management - Scope of Work: - Full interior gut and remodel of Diehl Hall, including all levels - Complete replacement of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems - Upgrades to fire suppression and life-safety systems - Building envelope improvements (roof and window replacements) - Select exterior enhancements - Accessibility and code compliance upgrades - Furniture, furnishings, and equipment (FF&E) design and specification - Coordination with University’s Capital Project Management Interior Design team - Energy modeling at each design phase; compliance with Minnesota B3 Guidelines and SB2030 Energy Standard (energy use reduction required, but not Net Zero Operational Carbon) - Inclusion of specialists: interior designer/FF&E, technology/audio-visual engineer, fire protection engineer, acoustical engineer - Key Products/Upgrades Identified: - Safety glazing installation in doors and sidelights - Stair guardrail and handrail upgrades - Seismic bracing for library shelving - Fire suppression system for kitchen and building-wide sprinkler extension - Additional exit signs (20 units) - Asbestos abatement (mechanical systems: 194,544 sq ft; fireproofing/interior finishes: 48,787 sq ft) - ADA-compliant signage and lever door hardware (296 units) - Restroom accessibility upgrades (8 restrooms) - Dual level drinking fountains (12 units) - Emergency generator and power network installation - Security upgrades (card readers, door automation) - Estimated Construction Cost: - $120 million - Notable Requirements: - Energy modeling and sustainable design compliance - Coordination with multiple University teams - Specialists required for key technical areas - OEMs/Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to all qualified firms - Place of Performance: - Diehl Hall, Health Science District, 505 Essex St SE, Minneapolis, MN - University of Minnesota Medical Campus, Minneapolis, MN - Malcolm Moos Health Sciences Tower (pre-proposal meeting location) - Period of Performance: - Initial contract for predesign services, with amendments for subsequent phases through construction administration; predesign completion required before proceeding to later phases.

Description

The University of Minnesota is soliciting proposals for architectural design services to support the strategic renovation of Diehl Hall on the Twin Cities campus. The project involves a comprehensive interior gut and remodel, replacement of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, and life-safety systems, as well as building envelope improvements and code compliance upgrades. The design services cover all phases from predesign through construction administration, including furniture specifications and coordination with the University's interior design team. The estimated construction cost is approximately $120 million, with a proposal submission deadline of May 13, 2026.

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