Ferguson Hall Fire Protection System Deficiency Corrections

The University of Minnesota is seeking a professional design services firm to provide improvements to the fire alarm and fire suppression systems at Ferguson Hall, located on the west bank of the Twin Cities campus. The project includes expanding the existing suppression system to cover the entire building and upgrading the fire alarm system. The selected respondent will be expected to investigate and design routing of piping, conduits, and cabling to avoid surface mounting devices that negatively impact space aesthetics. The project is expected to start in May 2027 and be completed by the fall/winter of that year. • The project requires the design services firm to provide a proposed construction phasing plan that aligns cost-effectiveness with the schedule requirements of the School of Music. • The firm must also provide a project work plan, project schedule, and project fee. • The University will evaluate proposals based on the evaluation criteria, which includes the respondent's team qualifications, project work plan, project schedule, and project fee. • The contract between the University and the selected respondent will be the Owner and Architect (Design) Agreement, AIA B101-2017, as modified by the University. • The University reserves the right to shortlist respondents for further evaluation and interviews.