University of Akron Workday #2026-9-383-MRT

University of Akron seeks consulting services for Facilities Utilization and Campus Facilities Plan

The University of Akron is seeking consulting services to develop a comprehensive Main Campus Plan for Operational Efficiency. - Government Buyer: - The University of Akron (public higher education institution in Ohio) - Requested Services: - Comprehensive utilization assessments for classrooms, laboratories, offices, and student support spaces - Benchmarking against national higher education standards and peer institutions - Development of real estate and consolidation strategies, including recommendations for building consolidation, department relocations, portfolio optimization, and property disposition - Assessment and recommendations for science and research facilities, including: - Goodyear Building - Auburn Science and Engineering Center - Akron Engineering Research Center - Knight Chemical Laboratory - Polymer Engineering Academic Center - Whitby Hall - Olson Research Laboratory - Preparation of a campus-wide space utilization and facilities strategy report - Delivery of a final operational efficiency plan and executive presentation to university leadership - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with WCAG 2.0 Level AA accessibility standards for any web-based deliverables - Provision of VPAT documentation if applicable - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Contract term is anticipated to be eighteen months with an option for a six-month extension

Description

The University of Akron is seeking qualifications from experienced higher education planning, architecture, engineering, and consulting firms to develop a comprehensive Main Campus Plan for Operational Efficiency. The plan aims to support strategic space utilization, operational excellence, campus consolidation, and long-term financial sustainability. The selected consultant will conduct facility utilization assessments, benchmarking, real estate and consolidation strategy development, and provide recommendations for science and research facilities. Deliverables include a campus-wide space utilization and facilities strategy report, a final operational efficiency plan, and an executive presentation to university leadership.

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