Finger Lakes Community College Culinary Arts Center of Excellence Building

This contract pertains to the design and construction of the Finger Lakes Community College Culinary Arts Center of Excellence, a new single-story pre-engineered building approximately 19,287 square feet in size, located on a 2.5-acre site at 150 Lakeshore Blvd., Canandaigua, New York. The facility will house a variety of specialized spaces including a demonstration theater, two hands-on teaching kitchens, a prep kitchen, beverage tasting areas, retail space, administrative offices, a conference room, and multiple storage and support areas. Additional features include mechanical and utility rooms, open gathering spaces, restroom facilities, an outdoor patio, along with site improvements such as upgraded utility infrastructure, parking lots, and landscaping. The project is divided into five separate contracts covering civil/sitework, general trades construction, plumbing and fire protection, HVAC, and electrical work. The solicitation was posted on April 16, 2026, with a response deadline of May 19, 2026. The contract is managed by the New York Purchasing Department, with Jenifer Langer serving as the primary contact. This development aims to enhance educational facilities related to culinary arts at Finger Lakes Community College, providing a comprehensive environment tailored for hands-on learning, demonstrations, and community engagement.