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

UCLA requests a written response to this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to select an Executive Architect for the proposed UCLA Semel Institute 5th Floor Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Program Renovation (UCLA Project 907109.01). This project is an approximately 13,788 asf (22,818 gsf) program on the fifth floor of the Semel Institute Building, an eleven-story, 170,396 asf (294,992 gsf) structure built in phases between 1958 and 1967. The proposed project would develop a tenant improvement master plan for the 5th floor of the Semel Institute building to support the renovation of the Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Program. The space program for TMS is anticipated to include the renovation of the existing office, research lab, clinical, conference, support, building core, and common area spaces, in addition to developing construction documentation and assisting the University in securing Regental and Agency approvals for the proposed program, building core and common area improvements. The scope of work is anticipated to include the demolition of current improvements in the way of the proposed work; replacement of existing flooring and wall finishes; installation of suspended ceilings, lighting, casework; renovation of existing restrooms, plumbing fixtures, and environmental control systems; modifications to air distribution and return systems; provision of power; modifications to the fire alarm system and fire sprinkler systems; installation of conduit and cabling for communications connectivity and security systems; installation of signage; and interior finishes. Existing improvements impacted by the work would be restored. The project may also require installing new or relocating existing medical equipment. The construction cost for the project has not yet been determined and may be executed through several phased, separate incremental projects. However, it is anticipated that the total construction cost may be between $2 to $3 million, depending on the agreed-upon scope of work. The final selection and appointment of the architect for the proposed project are contingent upon project approval by the University of California Board of Regents or their delegated authority and per the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The project is subject to review and approval by the UC Board of Regents or their delegated authority. The selection committee will base their review of the Executive Architect's submitted proposals and selection on the Selection Criteria form (Attachment A). This RFQ is for full design services; however, the University reserves the right to defer negotiations concerning services other than pre-design studies until the completion of the pre-design phase. The design shall comply with the University of California Policy on Sustainable Practices concerning green building design and energy efficiency. The project must meet the California Energy Code (Title 24) energy efficiency standards and apply sustainability principles to the renovated building's systems, components, and portions of the renovated building. To download the packet, you must create a login and password. Registration instructions are available online Once in the Planroom, click the RFQ tab and search for the project to download. Every effort will be made to ensure that all persons have equal access to contracts and other business opportunities with the University within the limits imposed by law or University policy. Each Candidate Firm may be required to show evidence of its Equal Employment Opportunity policy. Peter E. Hendrickson, AIA Associate Vice-Chancellor Design and Construction UCLA Capital Programs 1060 Veteran Avenue | Box 951365 Los Angeles, CA 90095-1365