The University of Utah – Facilities is responsible for planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining the physical infrastructure that supports academic, clinical, and research operations across the university campus. Its core mission centers on enabling a safe, functional, and sustainable envir...
The University of Utah – Facilities is responsible for planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining the physical infrastructure that supports academic, clinical, and research operations across the university campus. Its core mission centers on enabling a safe, functional, and sustainable environment for education and healthcare delivery through strategic capital improvements and facility modernization. Strategic priorities include upgrading aging infrastructure, expanding clinical capacity—particularly in high-demand areas like cancer care and neonatal services—and integrating advanced technologies into building systems. Key programs focus on historic preservation, utility system resilience, and compliance with evolving health and safety standards for academic and medical facilities.
The agency primarily procures construction and engineering services related to commercial and institutional building development, with recurring demand for plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, and specialized building equipment installation. It frequently engages contractors for structural renovations, envelope improvements, and mechanical system upgrades, often using construction management at-risk (CMAR) and design-build delivery models to ensure schedule and performance accountability. Procurements also include architectural design, environmental consulting, and technology integration for specialized research and broadcast environments.
Primary procurement activity targets NAICS categories 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), reflecting a strong emphasis on integrated facility upgrades. Additional activity in architectural services (541310) and environmental consulting (541620) underscores a commitment to design quality and regulatory compliance. The agency does not employ set-asides and maintains an open procurement posture, engaging both large and small firms with proven expertise in complex institutional projects.
As part of the University of Utah’s broader organizational structure, Facilities operates as the central authority for campus infrastructure across Utah, managing a diverse portfolio of academic, medical, and administrative buildings. It utilizes competitive solicitations, negotiated contracts, and multi-phase project delivery systems to execute long-term capital plans aligned with institutional growth objectives.
