Site work and new construction of an educational facility in Miami, Florida. Conceptual plans call for the construction of a educational facility; and for site work for a educational facility.

In support of current and expanding science programs, considerable science specific classrooms, teaching laboratories and offices are included in the proposed new facility. Existing facilities are insufficient to meet University needs. The new name "Innovation" implies the builidng will be designed with flexible space to accomodate innovative research projects as opportunities arise. This facility will provide critically needed classrooms, laboratories and offices to address existing shortfalls and to meet educational and research needs of the University. The facility also addersses the FIU and State University System Strategic Plans to meet statewide professional and workforce needs in the science area. The project budget includes extraordinary costs of upgrading and extending existing central campus infrastructure to the project site. In recognition of the University's commitment to sustainability practices this project will be designed and built to meet the USGBC's LEED-NC "Silver" certification with the goal of meeting a "Gold" rating or equivalent. The Project shall comply with Florida Statutes 255.251 Energy Conservation and Sustainable Buildings Act including 255.252 (3) and (4). The project is included in the Public - State/Provincial's 2027-2028/2031-2032 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). As of Aug 12, 2026, further details have not yet been identified. *Project information has been obtained through a public capital improvement plan (CIP). A CIP is a financial schedule for short- and long-range projects which is updated regularly. Information listed in the CIP often evolves based on funding availability and the project details, including timeline and value, are subject to change. The content management team will continue to pursue additional details as they become available.