Renovate Computing Center for Science Teaching Labs

The State University Construction Fund (SUCF) is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from consultants to provide design and construction administration services for the Renovate Computer Center for Science Teaching Labs at University at Buffalo, The State University of New York.  The Project is a comprehensive (gut) renovation of the Computing Center building. The Computing Center building (A510) is a three-story, 41,999 GSF building, constructed in 1985. The Computing Center abuts Fronczak Hall to the east and is at the north edge of the science and mathematics precinct.   Its envelope is original except for the roof which was replaced in 2012. The scope includes Interior demolition and reconstruction including new layout, finishes and fixtures, data, and security to create teaching labs & related support space for biology and geology.  Also included are envelope upgrades: replacement of windows & doors, repointing of the brick veneer, interior insulation of the exterior walls and additional insulation below roof for energy conservation. Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems are to be replaced.  Mechanical systems shall include specialty lab ventilation and an air source heat pump system.  The existing roof will be replaced with a modified bitumen roof system.  Structural analysis will be required to determine if the roof can support mechanical equipment. The building will be renovated to Deep Energy Retrofit standards in accordance with SUCF Directive 1B-2.  The project also requires hazardous materials remediation and accessibility improvements, including car-in-shaft refurbishment of two elevators, and site work.  The construction value is estimated at approximately $41,794,000. CONSULTANTS ARE REQUIRED TO REGISTER FOR THIS PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITY, ON THE FUND’S WEBSITE AT:    https://sucf.suny.edu/design-consulting-services/procurements-advertised  Once registered, consultants will receive an email with the applicable Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and the link to upload your Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) at the submission deadline.  To register your firm, please “click” on the link Request RFQ Format.  Please complete the registration form and then “click” Submit Registration. Once your registration is submitted, you will receive a confirmation number and the RFQ via email.  Should you experience any issues with registering, email your request to:                                                                        contact@example.gov  SOQs must be submitted in the format prescribed by the Fund using the link provided in the email received after registration that supplies the RFQ.  Required electronic copies of Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) must be received by the due date and time specified in the RFQ.     In accordance with State Finance Law §139-j and §139-k, all inquiries regarding this procurement can only be made to:  Samantha Lord Jeremy Clausi Kelly Whitbeck Doreen Bottieri Scott Clay (M/WBE SDVOB Issues Only)  Any questions regarding this procurement should be emailed to: contact@example.gov. For questions related to M/WBE SDVOB, please email:  contact@example.gov.                        Failure to adhere to this provision may result in the disqualification of your firm under the NYS Procurement Lobbying Act.  For more information on the Procurement Lobbying Act, please refer to the Fund’s website at https://www.sucf.suny.edu/business/ppolicy.cfm.  Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Set Aside: No Minority Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 15% Women Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 15% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Contracting Goal: 6% Due date:07/15/2024 11:00 AM Contract term: 10/27/2026 County(ies): Erie Location: State University of New York at Buffalo Business entities awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years: None