Regis East SUP006 and SUP007 Replacement

2026-11-03

The University is requesting Proposals to provide Design Services for replacement of air handling units at the Regis Center for Art , located on the west bank of the Twin Cities campus . Project Description ( the “ Work ”) Provide design services to replace two ( 2 ) existing indirect - fired makeup air units ( SUP006 and SUP007 ) at Regis Center for Art - East . The units serve the kilns and foundry in the building . To align with UMN decarbonization goals , this Project will prioritize electrified or district energy solutions to eliminate or significantly reduce natural gas usage . Refer to attached drawings titled “ Replace Gas Pack Air Handlers ” for existing information on units , roof area , ducting , etc . These drawings were completed when UMN initially planned to replace the units like - for - like . The following options are suggested for study during the feasibility / predesign phase : 1a . Fully electrified with heat / energy recovery , 1b . Hybrid ( heat pump with natural gas backup ) with heat recovery if possible , 2 . Building steam ( with natural gas backup if needed ) and 3 . Other options as recommended by Consultant . Options should be evaluated for feasibility , up - front cost , and energy use . Design team should include information as needed for the University to participate in Xcel Energy ' s Engineering Assistance Study program . Design team will need to submit energy calculations in spreadsheet format along with other technical requirements found here : https :// www . xcelenergy . com / staticfiles / xe / PDF / Marketing / MN - Bus - Custom - Efficiency - Study - Funding - Application . pdf Design team should also include a written explanation / approach to studying multiple options . Required Design Services The following design services have been designated for the Project : Supplemental Services Programming / Predesign All other required services noted in Article § 4 . 1 . 1 of the Contract except for : Detailed cost estimating beyond that required in § 6 . 3 of the Contract Furniture , Furnishings , and Equipment Design Basic Services Schematic Design Phase Design Development Phase Construction Documents Phase Procurement / Construction ( Administration ) Phase Respondent is responsible for including all appropriate service ( s ) to complete the Work , as defined by the Project scope , in their Project Fee . Cost estimating for the Project ( if applicable ) shall be prepared by a qualified , experienced , and licensed construction contractor , or others as approved by the University . All service requirements are further defined in the Contract referenced in section 1 . 6 .

Minnesota

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