University of Akron Workday #260004

Design-Build Services for Laboratory Tenant Improvements at University of Akron

The University of Akron is seeking design-build services for laboratory tenant improvements at the National Polymer Innovation Center in Akron, Ohio. - Government Buyer: - The University of Akron, Local Higher Education administration - Contact: Jim Haskell - Project Scope: - Laboratory upgrades to support commercialization of methanotroph technology for biobased chemical production (targeting butadiene for green synthetic rubber) - Utility upgrades: 230V electrical service in four fume hoods, plumbing and cabinetry for water filtration, glassware washer, larger sink, acid neutralization system - Removal and installation of lab benches, installation of gas cylinder racks, utility support rods, cable grommets - Installation of fixed gas detection system for methane and low oxygen with automated shutoffs and alarms - Phase 2: Full build-out for piped natural gas, oxygen, and tanked gases to three fume hoods; utilities for a 15L bioreactor - Services Requested: - Comprehensive design-build services including pre-construction planning, schedule and estimate development, design management, subcontractor prequalification and bidding, constructability review, permitting, budgeting, value engineering, and construction management - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with 5% EDGE participation goal - Federal Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements - Subcontracts for plumbing, fire protection, HVAC, and electrical trades to be competitively awarded - Estimated Contract Value: - $175,000 to $318,000 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Place of Performance: - National Polymer Innovation Center, 240 South Forge Street, Akron, Ohio - Submission address: The University of Akron, 250 South Forge Street, Suite 102, Akron, Ohio 44325-9001

Description

This project involves tenant improvements in laboratories within the National Polymer Innovation Center. The goal is to scale up and commercialize methanotroph technology to produce new biobased chemicals, specifically targeting butadiene for green synthetic rubber. The work includes upgrading utilities, lab modifications, installation of safety systems, and full build-out to support natural gas, oxygen, and tanked gases. The selected Design-Builder will manage design, bidding, construction, and compliance with EDGE participation goals and prevailing wage requirements.

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