Moos Tower Dentistry Clinic Renovation

The University of Minnesota is seeking design services for the comprehensive renewal and modernization of the School of Dentistry located within Malcolm Moos Health Sciences Tower on the Twin Cities Campus. The project aims to create a state-of-the-art teaching and clinical environment, addressing critical building infrastructure needs and supporting the University's mission to advance health through scientific discovery, innovation, education, and patient care. The selected design team will provide all services necessary to complete predesign, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, bidding, and construction administration. The project involves renovating approximately 110,000 square feet, including levels 3, 4, 6, and 8, and modernizing building systems infrastructure to meet current standards for healthcare and research use. Key program elements include a new accessible front entry, clinical teaching laboratories, research laboratories, administrative and faculty offices, teaching and continuing education spaces, and patient reception and clinic areas. The project must meet the Minnesota Sustainable Building Guidelines (B3) and the Sustainable Building 2030 program. Some of the key features of the project include: • Modernization of pre-clinical and clinical teaching laboratories to support digital and 3D-based instruction • Reconfiguration of clinic floors to support team-based comprehensive care • Establishment of a true patient-centered front-door and enhanced wayfinding • Upgrades to building systems infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems • Incorporation of sustainable design strategies consistent with the University's goals and the B3 guidelines • Design solutions to programming and layouts that allow for feasible construction phasing and continued operations.