Research Modernization

The University of Memphis is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to select a Construction Manager/General Contractor for a Research Modernization project aimed at renovating and modernizing research spaces across 15 buildings. The scope includes laboratory renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and related work necessary to support research activities. The project is substantial, with a contract size estimated between 50 million and 150 million dollars, and is managed under the solicitation number SBC 367/007-01-2025. Interested contractors are invited to participate in a pre-proposal conference scheduled for September 23, 2025, with proposals due by October 8, 2025. The submission process involves detailed instructions available on the university’s project webpage, and all communications regarding the RFP should be directed to Mark Longfellow via email. This procurement is part of a broader landscape of government and institutional contracting activities, which include diverse projects such as recycling processing services, roadway construction, equipment procurement, and grocery supply contracts. These projects demonstrate a range of procurement types, from Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to Invitations for Bid (IFBs), with varying deadlines, scope, and requirements. The overarching goal is to ensure competitive, transparent procurement processes that support infrastructure development, maintenance, and service delivery across municipal, educational, and state agencies. The research modernization project aligns with these objectives by seeking qualified construction firms capable of executing large-scale renovations efficiently and in accordance with specified standards.