Site work and new construction of an industrial development in Orono, Maine. Completed plans call for the construction of a industrial development; and for site work for a industrial development.

The University of Maine is seeking qualifications from Design Build Firms for the UMPI Salt Shed project. Qualifications are requested for design-build services. Maine desires to procure Design-Build services from integrated design-build firms or teams responsible for both design and construction for the UMPI Salt Shed project. 1. General Design and Construction of a minimalist salt shed to house 50 CY of salt with construction consisting of concrete walls with wooden framework and metal siding and roof. The floor of the salt shed shall be paved. The completion is anticipated for the Fall of 2026. The Design-Builder will provide integrated design and construction services, developing the design to meet the University's program, budget, and schedule, and delivering the project under a single design-build contract. The Design-Builder will be responsible for all required architectural and engineering design services, including schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration for the Project. A. Project Description The University intends to select a Design-Builder to develop the design documents and deliver the project under a single design-build contract, providing design, preconstruction, and construction services. The Design-Builder will be responsible for coordinating all architectural, engineering, and construction activities required to complete the UMPI Salt Shed project in accordance with the University's program, schedule, and budget. Anticipated project conditions and other challenges: o Required to house 50 CY of salt with a minimalist design o Minimal Electrical design o No HVAC Deadline for Questions due no later than 4:00pm Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Email Questions to cppmquestions@maine.edu Response to Questions due no later than 4:00pm Tuesday, February 17, 2026