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University of Minnesota Ionwave #01-001-26-3767A Addendum 3

University of Minnesota Seeks Construction Manager for Eddy Hall Renovation

Posted

June 05, 2026

Respond By

July 01, 2026

Identifier

01-001-26-3767A Addendum 3

NAICS

236220, 236118

The University of Minnesota is seeking a Construction Manager at Risk for the comprehensive renovation of Eddy Hall, the oldest building on its Twin Cities campus. - Government Buyer: - University of Minnesota, Capital Project Management (College of Education and Human Development) - Scope of Work: - Complete interior gut and remodel of 26,575 GSF historic building - Replacement of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems - Installation of new fire suppression and alarm systems - Restoration of exterior masonry, window replacement, and roof replacement - Accessibility upgrades including a new hydraulic elevator and ADA-compliant fixtures - Upgrades to meet B3/SB2030 sustainable design guidelines and historic preservation standards - Coordination with University's abatement crew for hazardous materials - Construction Manager responsible for cost estimating, value engineering, and potentially acting as materials purchasing agent for tax-exempt procurement - Products/Systems Requested (examples): - Hydraulic elevator (1 unit, 5000 lb capacity, part number ELEV-1) - Air-cooled package chiller (90 units) - Fire protection system (27,145 SF coverage) - Roofing system (9,298 SF) - Exterior masonry restoration (12,440 SF) - Windows replacement (130 units) - Interior doors (66 units, Rift Cut White Oak) - High-efficiency plumbing fixtures (various types) - HVAC system components (air handling units, fan coil units, chilled beams, controls) - Electrical system components (medium voltage service, transformers, switchboards, lighting, emergency power, low voltage systems) - Notable Requirements: - Strict adherence to Minnesota prevailing wage statutes - Compliance with historic preservation and sustainability guidelines - Coordination with State Historical Preservation Office - Substantial completion deadline to allow for occupancy before fall semester - No specific OEMs or product brands are mandated; open to multiple manufacturers for building systems and components.

Description

The University of Minnesota is soliciting proposals for Construction Manager Services for the renovation of Eddy Hall, located on the east bank of the Twin Cities campus. The project involves extensive interior gutting and remodeling of all floors, replacement of mechanical and electrical systems, addition of fire suppression and alarm systems, brick structure repair and rehabilitation, roof replacement, and accessibility upgrades. The building, constructed in 1886, will be repurposed as an Educational Opportunity Center for the College of Education and Human Development. The project has a construction budget of approximately $24.2 million and requires substantial completion by March 31, 2028.

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