Renovation of a mixed-use development in Berkeley, California. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a educational facility; and laboratory facility.

Qualification documents are available through the online bidding system, BuildingConnected. Must register through online portal to bid. Scope of Services The University anticipates the project delivery method will be design/ bid /build. The project will have two (2) phases, which will require approval before proceeding to the next. The selected firm shall work collaboratively with the University to maintain the project budget and scope, participate in value engineering as required, and recommend actions to expedite the schedule. A detailed scope of work will be negotiated with the selected firm and is expected to include the following: Review of existing available information. Detailed site/field evaluations to accurately understand existing conditions. Development of comprehensive design information to identify and coordinate MEP+S and life-safety scope with the existing building systems. Identification of accessibility-related scope, including but not limited to Accessible Path of Travel requirements for alterations, and Accessible Routes. Review Accessible Path of Travel with the Coordinating Committee for the Removal of Architectural Barries (CCRAB). Coordination with owner-provided furniture and aquatic equipment vendor. Production of and coordination of comprehensive construction design documents. Provision of cost estimate(s). Provision of construction administration services. Estimated Construction Cost: $2,300,000 Registration is open until 24 hours prior to the submission due date. It is recommended that firms allow ample time to submit electronic responses. Submittals received by other means, or after the specified time and date will not be considered. Interested respondents are expressly prohibited from contacting any other party associated with this project, including but not limited to UC Berkeley employees, representatives, consultants, and donors, during this RFQ process, including interviews and contracting. Such contact will serve as reason for firm disqualification. Question Deadline 10/24/2024 at 5:00 PM PT Submit questions regarding this RFQ through electronically. A screening committee will review the proposals and identify the 3-4 most qualified to provide the services under consideration. A selection committee will conduct discussions with the most qualified firms. The discussions will be conducted via an exchange of oral communications. Submittal screening, firm short listing, discussions, and selection of the executive architect consultant is anticipated to be completed by December 6th, 2024. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer- Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Every effort will be made to ensure that all persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, color, and national origin have equal access to contracts and other business opportunities with the University. Each candidate firm will be required to show evidence of its equal opportunity policy. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.