Opportunity

University of Minnesota Ionwave #26-02 Addendum 2

Comprehensive Design Services for School of Dentistry Renovation and Dumbwaiter Modernization, University of Minnesota

Posted

April 06, 2026

Respond By

April 27, 2026

Identifier

26-02 Addendum 2

NAICS

541310, 541330, 541350, 541410, 238290

This opportunity seeks professional design services for the comprehensive renovation and modernization of the University of Minnesota's School of Dentistry, located in the Malcolm Moos Health Sciences Tower on the Twin Cities Campus. - Government Buyer: - Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota (via State Designer Selection Board) - University of Minnesota Facilities Management and Capital Project Management - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Matot (referenced as the original manufacturer of the dumbwaiter system) - Products and Services Requested: - Professional design services for all project phases: predesign, programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding/negotiation, and construction administration - Equipment and furniture planning, specifications, budgeting, and procurement support for dental equipment and furniture - Modernization of the Moos Tower dumbwaiter (Matot system), including: - 1 Matot Dumbwaiter System (hoisting machine, controller, hoistway door assemblies) - 1 set of structural steel elements (guardrails, plates, rails, beams, grating) - 3 custom access doors (insulated hollow metal and double doors) - 1 set of drywall and painting services - 1 set of electrical work (lighting, outlets, fire alarm, data drops) - 2 panic/duress buttons for security - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with University of Minnesota Design Guidelines, Minnesota Sustainable Building Guidelines (B3/SB2030), and ADA regulations - Emphasis on diversity and inclusion, with a 10% subcontracting goal for targeted group businesses - Public bidding for dental equipment; design assist allowed for preferred suppliers, but no sole sourcing unless compliant with university policies - Project delivered via Construction Manager at Risk (CM@R) method - Design team must include expertise in architecture, dental equipment and lab planning, interior design, cost estimating, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, vertical transportation (dumbwaiter modernization), infrastructure planning, telecommunications, security, sustainability, and signage/wayfinding - Hazardous materials management and code compliance required - Phased construction to maintain clinic operations during renovation - Project Scope: - Renovation covers approximately 110,000 sq ft across floors 3, 4, 6, and 8 of Moos Tower - Estimated construction cost is $105 million, with additional budgets for equipment, furniture, and abatement - Place of Performance: - Malcolm Moos Health Sciences Tower, University of Minnesota Twin Cities Campus, 515 Delaware St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455 - Additional work at Moos Tower Dumbwaiter (floors 6-10), Resident Office (Room 9-531), and Phillip-Wagenstein Building (PWB)

Description

The University of Minnesota is soliciting proposals for professional design services for the comprehensive renewal and modernization of the School of Dentistry located within Malcolm Moos Health Sciences Tower on the Twin Cities Campus. The project aims to create a state-of-the-art teaching and clinical environment that reflects contemporary dental education and practice standards while addressing critical building infrastructure needs. The design services will cover all phases from predesign through construction administration, including equipment planning and procurement support. The estimated construction cost is $105 million, and the project will be delivered via a Construction Manager at Risk method.

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