University of Minnesota Ionwave #36-001-24-2986

University of Minnesota Solicits Construction Services for MIDB Sensory Rooms Renovation

The University of Minnesota is seeking construction services to renovate approximately 600 square feet at the Masonic Institute of the Developing Brain (MIDB) in Minneapolis into specialized Sensory Gym and Calming Room spaces. - Government Buyer: - University of Minnesota (Board of Regents, Twin Cities Campus) - OEMs and Vendors Referenced: - Unistrut (structural bracing: P1000, P5001) - Hilti (KWIK HUS-EZ screw anchors) - USG (Mars High RNC/High CAC acoustical panels, Compasso trim) - Nystrom (RW/RP Series steel frame doors) - Snaptex (fabric-wrapped acoustic panels) - Carnegie (Xorel fabric) - Hfele (cabinet hardware) - Blu (Tip-On door hardware) - FHC (glass door lock) - Johnsonite (resilient base) - Ecosurfaces (athletic flooring) - ARDEX (cementitious floor finish) - Schluter (floor transitions) - Titus (HVAC grilles) - HID (Signo card readers) - Cambridge Sound Management (Qt loudspeakers) - 3Form (plastic glazing) - Benjamin Moore (paint) - Products and Quantities Requested: - Structural bracing: Unistrut P1000 X-Braces, P5001 Beams - Anchors: Hilti KWIK HUS-EZ screw anchors - Acoustic ceiling panels: USG Mars High RNC/High CAC (#88139) - Acoustic ceiling trim: USG Compasso (ACTR-1) - Fabric-wrapped acoustic panels: Snaptex (AST-11A to AST-11F, various colors) - Cabinetry hardware: Hfele, Blu, FHC, Nystrom - Insulation: unfaced fiberglass batt - Metal stud framing: C-shaped, galvanized - Plastic laminates: Nevamar Meditation Elm - Plastic glazing: 3Form Chroma and Varia - Paint: Benjamin Moore (various colors) - Resilient base: Johnsonite - Upholstery foam: 1" minimum thickness, fire retardant - Athletic flooring: Ecosurfaces Aurora Rx - Cementitious topping: ARDEX SD-F Feather Finish - Floor transitions: Schluter SCHIENE - Gypsum board: 5/8" fire-rated type X - Threaded rod/eye bolt for swing support - HVAC grille: Titus Model 50-F - Access control: HID Signo 40NKS-02-00L5L0 card reader - Sound masking: Cambridge Sound Management Qt loudspeakers - Services Requested: - Demolition of existing finishes - Installation of padded wall panels and millwork - Floor leveling and finish installation - Lighting (dimmable cove, fiber-optic starry sky) - Access control upgrades (card readers, door actuator) - Electrical and mechanical modifications - Construction labor (prevailing wage compliance) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Minnesota prevailing wage statutes - Proof load testing of post-installed anchors - Deferred submittals for vendor-designed structural systems - Work must be performed in an occupied building with minimal disturbance - Coordination with existing building systems and accessibility standards - Construction budget is $500,000

Description

The University of Minnesota is requesting proposals for construction services to renovate approximately 600 square feet of existing conference room space at the Masonic Institute of the Developing Brain building. The renovation will convert the space into a Sensory Gym and a Calming Room to support sensory regulation needs of patients. The scope includes demolition of finishes, installation of padded wall panels, floor leveling, structural bracing for sensory swings, mechanical modifications, millwork installation, specialized lighting, access control upgrades, and electrical modifications. Work will be performed in an occupied building, requiring coordination to minimize disturbances. The total construction budget is $500,000 with a substantial completion deadline of November 13, 2026.

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