Hennepin Supplier Systems #PFP0000547

Consultant Assessment for Forensic Science Laboratory Operations and Space Needs

Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, together with Facility Services, is seeking a consultant to assess the operational and space needs of its Forensic Sciences Building in Minneapolis. - Government Buyer: - Hennepin County Sheriff's Office - Facility Services (partnered with Sheriff's Office) - Scope of Work: - Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the Forensic Science Laboratory's operations and space requirements - Evaluate building conditions, including envelope, mechanical/electrical/plumbing (MEP), security, and site/traffic flow - Inventory and assess laboratory equipment and its condition - Identify deficiencies and gaps relative to best practice forensic lab design guidelines - Develop conceptual plans for renovation, expansion, or new construction - Provide cost estimates for each option - Deliverables: - Detailed report outlining current and future space needs - Equipment inventory and condition assessment - Conceptual facility plans and cost estimates - Requirements: - Consultant must be supervised by at least one Minnesota licensed architect - Expertise in forensic laboratory design and law enforcement facilities is required - Estimated Contract Value: - $140,000 to $180,000 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified consulting firms

Description

Hennepin County is soliciting proposals to conduct an operations and space needs assessment of the Forensic Sciences Building. The project involves evaluating the current facility to determine if it meets best practice design guidelines and operational needs, identifying deficiencies, and proposing conceptual plans for modernization or expansion. The assessment will include a review of building conditions, equipment inventory, and space requirements. The study is expected to provide the Sheriff's Office with information on current space needs and potential growth directions.

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