This is a public tender from the University of Utah, U Facilities, for the HCI Level 4 Lab Breakroom Remodel project. The procurement process is a multistep bidding process, starting with a request for proposals for shortlisting general contractors. Key requirements include a minimum of three completed laboratory renovation projects in the past five years, with each project valued at $1,500,000 and an area of at least 7,500 square feet. Contractors must demonstrate experience with phased construction in active facilities and provide a qualified team with specialized skills. A mandatory prebid meeting will be held on June 2, 2026. Proposals are due on June 23, 2026. Shortlisting will occur by June 25, 2026, with the shortlist announced on June 26, 2026. Final bids from shortlisted contractors are due on July 23, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Liquidated damages are $1,**** per day. The substantial completion date is January 15, 2027.
The substantial completion date for the project is January 15, 2027.
The contract will be awarded as soon as possible to the lowest, responsive and responsible bidder, based on the lowest combination of base bid and acceptable prioritized alternates, provided the bid is reasonable, is in the interests of the university to accept and after applying the Utah preference laws.
Contractors must have served as the general contractor on at least three completed laboratory renovation or comparable healthcare research facility renovation projects within the past five years, each with a minimum construction value of $1,500,000 and a minimum project area of 7,500 square feet. They must also demonstrate experience with phased construction in occupied facilities and provide a qualified team with specialized skills.
Liquidated damages are $1,**** per day.
A mandatory prebid meeting will be held on June 2, 2026, at 10:00 am at Huntsman Cancer Institute Lobby, **** Circle of Hope Dr. , Salt Lake City, UT **** at this meeting is mandatory for contractors wishing to submit proposals.
Failure to comply with requirements regarding communication during the multistep bidding process, failure to acknowledge addenda, late proposals, proposals exceeding the page limit, failure to provide a claim of business confidentiality form or redacted proposal, failure to meet minimum collective ratings, or being late or not appearing for an interview may result in disqualification.
The construction cost estimate for this project is $3,476,****.