University Of Kentucky Uniofky #CCK-3199.0-1-26

University of Kentucky CCTS Data Center Expansion and Renovation Solicitation

The University of Kentucky is seeking bids for the expansion and renovation of its Center for Clinical & Translational Science (CCTS) Enterprise Data Center in the Lee T. Todd, Jr. Building, Lexington, KY. - Government Buyer: - University of Kentucky, Construction Procurement Section - Office: Room #322 Peterson Service Building - Products/Services Requested: - Expansion of HIPAA-secure research data center to approximately 1,100 sq. ft. - Installation of 15 additional high-density computing racks (with alternates up to 25 racks) - Architectural renovations and structural reinforcement - Upgrades to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and security systems - New cooling infrastructure including modular chillers and Computer Room Air Handler (CRAH) units - Expanded power and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems with overhead busway distribution - Enhanced fire suppression and alarm systems - Redundant communications backbone - University-standard electronic security with controlled access and monitoring - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All work must be coordinated within an active campus facility to maintain safety and operational continuity - Bidders may propose alternate materials and equipment, subject to University approval - 100% performance and payment bond required from the successful bidder - Project divided into two phases: submittals/procurement and construction/installation - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; bidders may propose suitable products and solutions - Place of Performance: - Lee T. Todd, Jr. Building, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY - Contracting office: University of Kentucky, Construction Procurement Section, Peterson Service Building

Description

The University of Kentucky is soliciting sealed proposals for the construction of the Center for Clinical & Transitional Science (CCTS) Enterprise Data Center expansion within the Lee T. Todd, Jr. Building. The project involves renovating and expanding a HIPAA secure research data center to support high performance computing and secure biomedical research data. The work includes architectural renovations, structural reinforcement, and upgrades to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and security systems. The data center footprint will increase to approximately 1,100 square feet to accommodate additional high density computing racks, with options for further expansion and mechanical screening. The project will be executed in two phases to minimize disturbance to the active campus facility.

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