Opportunity
University of Minnesota Ionwave #36-001-24-2986 Addendum 2
University of Minnesota Sensory Rooms Renovation – Construction Services and Specialized Materials
Posted
May 13, 2026
Respond By
June 04, 2026
Identifier
36-001-24-2986 Addendum 2
NAICS
236220, 238310, 337212, 337215, 541410
This opportunity involves the University of Minnesota's procurement of construction services to renovate approximately 600 square feet of space at the Masonic Institute of the Developing Brain (MIDB) in Minneapolis into specialized sensory regulation rooms. - Government Buyer: - University of Minnesota (Board of Regents, Twin Cities Campus, Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain) - Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry; Minnesota Department of Transportation (for prevailing wage compliance) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - USG (acoustical panels, ceiling trim) - Nystrom (steel frame doors) - Snaptex (fabric-wrapped acoustic panels) - Carnegie (Xorel fabric for panels) - Nevamar (plastic laminates) - 3Form (plastic glazing) - Benjamin Moore (paint) - Johnsonite (resilient base) - FHC (glass door locks) - Hfele (cabinet hardware) - Ecosurfaces (athletic flooring) - ARDEX (cementitious floor finish) - Schluter (floor transitions) - Titus (grilles) - HID (Signo card readers for access control) - Cambridge Sound Management (sound masking system) - Hilti (screw anchors) - Dooge Veneers (wood veneer) - Products/Services Requested: - Demolition, floor and ceiling finish replacement, structural bracing for sensory swings, padded wall panels, acoustic ceiling and wall panels, resilient and athletic flooring, cabinetry, plastic laminates and glazing, paint, access control upgrades, lighting (including fiber-optic starry sky), sound masking, mechanical and electrical modifications, and fire sprinkler adjustments - Notable part numbers: USG #88139, Snaptex AST-11A to AST-11F, Nystrom RW/RP Series, Nevamar WE2700, 3Form V08/V10/R33, Benjamin Moore 870/817/869, Johnsonite RB-1, FHC S03P12, Hfele 373.66.612, Ecosurfaces Ash 2712, ARDEX SD-F, Schluter SCHIENE, Titus Model 50-F, HID Signo 40NKS-02-00L5L0 - Quantities are generally not specified except for structural bracing (3 swing supports) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Work must be performed in an occupied building with strict coordination to minimize noise and disruption - Compliance with Minnesota prevailing wage rates and building codes - Engineered shop drawings and proof load testing for swing supports - Owner-furnished sensory equipment (not part of contract) - Fixed lump sum contract with a $500,000 construction budget - No option years or annual subscription; project duration is approximately 12 weeks - HGA is the architect/engineer of record
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 (MIDB) into sensory regulation spaces. The project includes demolition of existing finishes, installation of padded wall panels, floor preparation, structural bracing for sensory swings, mechanical modifications, millwork fabrication and installation, specialized lighting features, and access control upgrades. Work will be performed in an occupied building, requiring coordination to minimize disturbances. The total construction budget is $500,000 with substantial completion required by November 13, 2026.