Renovation of an educational facility in Berkeley, California. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

Estimated Construction Cost: $1,400,000 Background The University of California, Berkeley (UCB) is seeking an Executive Architect to perform Design and Construction Administration services, for a new cyclotron suite and radiochemistry suite in the basement of Etcheverry Hall. This new project, named The Berkeley Isotope Cyclotron Lab at Etcheverry (BICycLE), will enable research to improve human health, and the production of radionuclides for the diagnosis and treatment of disease. It will also provide capabilities to develop new carbon neutral energy production to address climate change. The new capability will enable cross-disciplinary research and collaboration between researchers at UCB and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBL). The centerpiece of the facility will be a high-current variable-energy cyclotron together with a fleet of chemical processing stations and a high-intensity neutron beamline. These will enable a combination of cutting-edge research and educational opportunities for faculty and students at both UCB and LBL. The project will convert the existing sample irradiation vault on the east side of room 1140 in the basement of Etcheverry Hall, into a specialized lab to house the new Cyclotron. In addition, a modular, prefabricated radiochemistry suite will be incorporated, also in room 1140, adjacent to the Cyclotron suite. The design will integrate necessary support rooms, control stations, and specialized infrastructure, including cleanroom standards, radiation shielding, and MEP systems, within approximately 2,000 sf of room 1140. The project aims to enhance UC Berkeley's research capabilities, ensuring the successful implementation of these critical lab spaces A feasibility study was conducted by UCB Capital Projects in the Spring of 2023 and is provided for reference as Attachment C. The following list of space types and areas have since been refined by UCB and LBL and are subject to further evaluation in Programming and Schematic Design. These areas are approximate and are subject to change based on site evaluations, budgeting, and further developing the project program. o Cyclotron Suite: approximately 1,200 sf o Cyclotron Vault o Cyclotron Support Room o Cyclotron Control Room o Radiochemistry Suite: approximately 800 sf o GMP Lab o QC Lab o Gowning o Cleanroom The design of the cyclotron and radiochemistry suites will be planned to accommodate a future PET-CT scan area elsewhere on the same basement level but will not include these areas in the design scope for this project. The design must consider workflow patterns, safety, fire protection, and compliance requirements between and among all spaces, including the future PET-CT scan area. The University's schedule for the project is for completion and occupancy during the spring semester of 2026. General Qualifications The successful consultant team will demonstrate deep experience and expertise in the following general areas: o Facilitating stakeholders around a new project, balancing tact, listening with initiative, design leadership, and focus. o Aligning stakeholder program needs with compelling architectural designs. o Resolving conflicts with internal and external program or design vision. o Managing projects of similar size, complexity, technical requirements, and budget. o Designing to the Owner's project budget. o Creating engaging design with an economy of means. o Understanding relevant regulatory requirements and developing effective code-compliant solutions. o Working within the University of California's design and construction process, including reviews and project approval requirements, or other similar institutional clients, especially public research institutions, with complex capital project approval processes. o Developing and coordinating design documents to meet the project schedule. o Effectively and efficiently managing sub consultants. o Participating in construction administration, especially technically challenging, public university projects. 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 Phase 1 scope of services includes programming verification, schematic design (SD), and design development (DD). The Phase 2 scope includes construction documents (CD) and construction administration (CA). Cost estimates will be provided at the end of SD, DD, and 50% CD phases by the design team to ensure alignment with UCB's budget. A third-party consultant will be hired by UCB Capital Projects to conduct and provide pre-test documents, MEP design review, and commissioning at the end of the project, as required. 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: o Review of existing available information. o Detailed site/field evaluations to accurately understand existing conditions. o Development of comprehensive design information to identify and coordinate MEP and life-safety scope with the existing building systems. o Identification of accessibility-related scope, including but not limited to Accessible Path of Travel requirements for alterations, and Accessible Routes. Includes review of accessibility with the UCB Coordinating Committee for the Removal of Architectural Barriers (CCRAB). o Coordination with the University's representative regarding owner-provided laboratory equipment and furniture, including spatial and utility requirements. o Production of and coordination of comprehensive construction design documents. o Provision of cost estimates and updated cost estimates. o Provision of construction administration services. Phase 1: Programming Verification, Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD) This phase will include verifying the project program previously developed by UCB and LBL in the feasibility report and preparing Schematic Design (SD) documents. In conjunction with SD, descriptions of structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing will be developed, as well as a construction cost estimate. Phase 1 services will begin immediately following the selection of the Executive Architect. Upon the design professional's successful completion of schematic design, the University, at its discretion, may authorize design development. The Design Development (DD) phase will include the coordinated design drawings for all disciplines and outline specifications, to serve as the basis for an updated cost estimate. Upon completion of design development, the University, at its discretion, may authorize Phase 2. Phase 2: Construction Documents (CD) and Construction Administration (CA) This phase encompasses all design services required to create construction documents, incorporating necessary approvals including but not limited to Certified Access Specialist (CASp), Campus Fire Marshall (CFM), and Campus Building Department (CBD). It also includes all design services associated with project bidding and construction administration services as required by the Executive Design Professional Agreement (EDPA). Consultants This request for qualifications concerns the selection of an executive architectural consultant. Sub-consultants shall be selected in consultation between the University and the executive architect. Submittal Content and Specific Qualifications Submittals shall provide sufficient information to allow the University to evaluate the consultant's approach, experience, staff, and availability. RFQ submittals are not limited to using the format of the forms provided in Attachments A and B; however, the information and signatures listed in this section shall be included in the submittal, in the order specified below, presented clearly such that the screening committee may easily discern that the submittals are complete. Submittals shall not include any appendices. Submittals that do not include all of the required information as outlined in this section or do not follow the instructions in this RFQ will be disqualified. Note that interested parties should not include design proposals in their submissions. The firm's qualifications, and not any proposed design solutions, will serve as the basis for the executive architect's selection. The BICycLE feasibility report in Attachment C is provided for information purposes only, to communicate the scope of the project and background information gathered to date. At a minimum, submittals shall include the following information. Submittals shall not exceed fifteen (15) pages, including the University's Attachment A, Summary of Statement of Qualifications. Covers, a cover letter, separating tabs, and an hourly rate sheet do not count toward the page limit. A page 8-1/2"x 11" in size. Text shall be no smaller than 10pt. The RFQ submittals should address the criteria listed below. The order in which the criteria appear does not indicate the importance, ranking or weighting that will be used in the evaluation. 1. Proposed approach to the project, including an outline of the basic work plan with duration of tasks. 2. Experience of the firm in performing similar laboratory projects. Please include location, scope, size, date completed, and value, for each similar project shown. 3. Experience of staff to perform the services required by the Project. Provide resumes of design professionals who will be committed to the project, and a statement regarding availability of staff to begin the Project. 4. Design ability. Ability as it can be evaluated by examination of the functional, technical, economic, and aesthetic qualities of projects done for the University or other clients. o Creating effective architectural solutions in response to contemporary pedagogies that emphasize collaborative project spaces, hands-on studios, and peer-to-peer and expert consultation o Successfully introducing contemporary systems and technologies into existing building fabrics. o Designing for durability, ease of maintenance, and high performance. 5. Research potential. Capability to undertake appropriate research to resolve design problems specific to the needs of the program or project under consideration. 6. Program responsiveness. Previous experience that demonstrates success in completing projects consistent with program schedule, budget, and technical requirements, and that indicates the ability to complete the proposed project in a manner that is responsive to the specifics of the program. 7. Production capability. Evidence of ability to perform all design phases of the work, to produce construction documents of superior quality and to meet the completion schedule for each phase. 8. Coordination and supervision. Evidence of ability to provide efficient and comprehensive project management during the construction phase of the project, including review of shop drawings and other requirement submittals, substitution requests, prompt resolution of claims, technical direction of the University's and the design professional's inspectors, technical supervision of the work, and prompt decision-making; and enforcement of the provisions of contract documents. 9. Proximity to the project location, and/or experience working on the University of California, Berkeley campus or University of California system. 10. Client relationships. Recognition of the need to work harmoniously with administrative and academic staff. 11. Management. Ability to manage complex projects and effectively coordinate with the University and other participants. 12. Equal Opportunity. The commitment of the University to equal opportunity applies to the selection of consultants. Interested respondents shall upload their submittals to website as a single PDF (download links will not be accepted) using the following convention: "Etcheverry Vault Rm 1140 Conversion to Cyclotron & Radio Chem Suite- 12020A RFQ-FirmName.pdf". Submittals shall be signed by an authorized representative of the Consultant. Electronic signatures are acceptable. It is recommended that firms allow ample time to submit electronic responses in the website. 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. Deadline for questions: no later than 4:00p.m. Pacific, 10/28/2024 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 10th, 2024. Interviews will be held by video conference. No more than four people from each firm shall attend the interview. The firm team members shall include the key personnel who will be interacting with the University on a regular basis or providing significant technical expertise to the project. Each of the team members attending the interview must participate substantively in the interview. Firms may bring one marketing staff member to the interview if desired; that staff member does not count towards the limit of six people and may not participate in the interview. Additional instructions regarding interview content and logistics will be provided to the firms selected for an interview. The University shall negotiate with the highest ranked Consultant on the tasks, staffing, schedule, and a maximum not-to exceed fee. Negotiations may be formally terminated if they fail to result in a contract within a reasonable amount of time. Negotiations will then ensue with the second ranked Consultant, and if necessary, the third ranked Consultant Note: The final selection and appointment is contingent upon Project approval and funding. The successful firm will be required to sign the University's Executive Design Professional Agreement (EDPA).