University of Minnesota Ionwave #01-026-24-2787A

University of Minnesota Seeks Construction Services for ICES Tunnel Repair and Renewal

The University of Minnesota Board of Regents is seeking construction services for the repair and renewal of the ICES Tunnel on the Twin Cities campus. - Government Buyer: - Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota (Twin Cities campus) - Architect/Engineer of Record: - TKDA - Scope of Work: - Repair and renewal of a 2,900-foot tunnel containing steam pipelines, coal conveyor, electric power lines, steel support structures, fire sprinkler lines, and abandoned electric power lines - Removal of existing roof and water control materials - Installation of new rockbolts (fiberglass), shotcrete (2 and 3 layer options), and drainage materials (Dolenco drain, gutter, and piping) - Temporary removal of existing elements and removal of abandoned electrical conduit - Additional work includes mineral buildup removal, pipe hangers, limestone joint and concrete crack sealing, conveyor shroud and rollers, sprinkler lines and heads, water line near shaft, and communication lines - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Minnesota prevailing wage statutes - Potential use of American-made steel - Workforce and equal pay certification required - Project is in a highly secured area; pre-proposal meeting is the only opportunity to view the site - Drawings and specifications are password protected and available upon request - Budget: - Total construction budget is $1,850,000

Description

The University of Minnesota is requesting proposals for construction services to repair and renew the ICES Tunnel located on the Twin Cities campus. The tunnel is approximately 2,900 feet long and contains various infrastructure elements including steam pipelines, coal conveyor, electric power lines, and steel support structures. The work includes removal of existing roof and water control materials, placement of new rockbolts, shotcrete, drainage materials, temporary removal of existing elements, and removal of abandoned electrical conduit. The project is in a highly secured area, and a pre-proposal meeting is scheduled as the only opportunity to view the project area. The total construction budget is $1,850,000 with a required substantial completion date of April 30, 2027.

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