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Project Description: The project improves media production spaces on the 1st floor of Discovery Hall (DISC) building on the University of Washington Bothell campus. Work includes minor demolition, architectural finishes, sound dampening of existing mechanical equipment, electrical support for theatrical improvements, and theatrical equipment including a lighting grid and freestanding cyclorama. This project also includes (3) add alternates.
Questions: Questions about this project should be directed to:
A/E Name: McGranahanPBK
Contact Person: Kate Frisbie
Phone Number: 206.779.2953
Pre-Bid Site Meeting: The Project site is available for inspection by prospective bidders at a pre-bid site meeting and walk-through at 2:00 p.m. on August 25, 2025 at Discovery Hall, UWB Campus. Access to the project site is restricted. The meeting point will be at the main entrance of Discovery Hall, UWB campus. This will be the only opportunity for bidders to visit the Project site.
Bid Documents: Bid documents, plans, specifications and addenda are available to view at https://university-of-washington.public-portal.us.workdayspend.com/
206-619-7993 queena30@uw.edu
Advance Notice of Design-Build Solicitation
University of Washington
Project No. 208515
UWMC NW OPMC OSC OR Expansion
UW Facilities, Project Delivery Group, will be issuing a RFQ in early September for the purpose of selecting a Design-Builder to provide progressive design-build services for the design and construction of 4 new operating rooms at the UW Medical Center NW Outpatient Medical Center (OPMC).
Desired qualifications of the Design-Build team include a builder and an architect/designer with experience in renovating hospital spaces within an operating facility and extensive understanding of Department of Health design guidelines and City building codes.
This project renovates approximately 13,831 SF of an existing Outpatient Surgery Center and expands 9,645 SF. Scope includes adding new Operating rooms. Expanding and remodeling the PACU bays to support the new ORs and to make existing space code compliant. Expand central processing and decontamination spaces. Update support areas including storage, medical gases, generator, and mechanical systems
Once the RFQ is advertised, complete information will be at the following website address: https://facilities.uw.edu/projects/business-opportunities/solicitations. No further project information is available at this time.
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vmengh@uw.edu
Advance Notice of Advertisement for RFQ
UW Facilities, Project Delivery Group will be issuing an Adverstiement for RFQ in mid August 2025 for the 208817 UWMC ML Energy Efficiency Upgrades project. The project scope includes mechanical, electrical, and controls HVAC design in the utility spaces of an occupied hospital withy an approximate value of $8,000,000.
Once the Advertisement for Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is advertised, complete information will be at the following website address: https://university-of-washington.public-portal.us.workdayspend.com/. No further project information is available at this time.
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vmengh@uw.edu
Critical Patient Care Roster A Only
Project Description: The project includes the following work: The mechanical portion consists of the renovation of E-Wing HVAC system serving rooms 726a, 727, 727, 728a, 729, 729a, 730, 731, 731a, 732, 794.20 and 751c. The work includes demolition of existing electric cabinet heaters, and construction of new direct outdoor air system (DOAS) and variable refrigerant flow system (VRF), and all associated appurtenances. The DOAS and VRF system on the roof will replace the heaters in the room and provide outside air and cooling.
The plumbing consists of renovating one existing sink and the installation of three new sinks in the E-Wing patient rooms. There will be new pipe connections from the existing domestic water (cw, hw, and hot water recirculation) pipes in the corridor, new vents through the roof, and waste tie-in to the adjacent toilet rooms or alternative waste trenching. All of these new pipe connections serve the three new sinks.
Work includes new casework, light fixtures, and handrail as well as a complete finish refresh in the rooms, new data and electrical for telemetry and nurse call and refresh of the main corridor.
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A/E Name: P2S
Contact Person: Spenser Petherick
Phone Number: 206.267.6920
Email: spenser.petherick@p2sinc.com
Pre-Bid Site Meeting: The Project site is available for inspection by prospective bidders at a pre-bid site meeting and walk-through at 9:00 AM on August 11, 2025, at UW Medical Center, Northwest A-Wing, 1550 N 115th Street Seattle, WA 98133. Meet in the lobby near Starbucks. This will be the only opportunity for bidders to visit the Project site.
Bid Documents: Bid documents, plans, specifications and addenda are available to view at: https://university-of-washington.public-portal.us.workdayspend.com/.
Project Manager: Karol Syzgorski, 206-616-5609, kszygors@uw.edu
General: The University of Washington (University or UW) is soliciting Proposals from qualified firms to provide general contractor/construction management (GC/CM) for the 208657 Art and Music Renovation Phase 2: Music Building project.
Project Description: The project scope is to provide a complete interior renovation of key performance spaces in the School of Music Building on the University of Washington campus in Seattle. The bulk of the work will be limited to the 220-seat Brechemin Auditorium located on the first floor and a 78-seat Recital Hall (Room 213) located on the second floor. Both of these spaces will incorporate ADA accessibility improvements, acoustic design, mechanical upgrades, electrical, AV, lighting, and limited structural modifications including the seismic reinforcement of two unreinforced masonry walls in Brechemin Auditorium. The scope includes the renovation of the Recording Room (215) located adjacent to 213. Limited coordination is needed for existing audio engineering office above Brechemin Auditorium. In addition to the two performance spaces, minor upgrades to “The Fishbowl” (a ground level meeting room) and the main entry lobby will be included in the project scope. Upgrades to these spaces will primarily be architectural finishes and lighting.
Obtaining the RFP: A copy of the RFP with additional information about the project and the selection process will be available on July 9, 2025, via Workday Strategic Sourcing at https://university-of-washington.public-portal.us.workdayspend.com/. Any addenda issued for the RFP will be published at the same website address. If you are unable to download the RFP or addenda, you may contact the individual noted at the end of this notice.
Submittal Deadline: No later than 3:00 p.m. on July 30, 2025.
Questions: All questions regarding this RFP should be addressed to Holly Simon, Project Manager, University of Washington Project Delivery Group, (206) 221 – 4222 or hbsimon@uw.edu
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Request for Qualifications (RFQ).
General: The University of Washington (University or UW) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified design-build teams (which may include joint ventures) to design and construct the Centralized Cooling Building Connections project.
Project Description: This project will tie the cooling loads in Foege Bioengineering & Genome Sciences and the I-, J-, and K- wings of Magnuson Health Sciences Center into the campus’s Central Cooling Water (CCW) system. Scope includes valves connections, metering, installing appropriately sized heat exchangers and pumps, revising each building’s DDC sequences and graphics, modifying the building cooling-system piping, removing existing chillers, and addressing other elements of each building’s cooling system. The project budget is $7 million. The University’s target budget for all work to be provided by the Design-Builder under the design-build contract is $5 million exclusive of Washington State sales tax.
Obtaining the RFQ: A copy of the RFQ with additional information about the project and the selection process will be available on June 18, 2025 via Workday Strategic Sourcing: https://university-of-washington.public-portal.us.workdayspend.com/. Any addenda issued for the RFQ will be published at the same website address. If you are unable to download the RFQ or addenda, you may contact the individual noted at the end of this notice.
Submittal Deadline: No later than 3:00 p.m. on July 22, 2025.
Questions: All questions regarding this RFQ should be addressed to Steve Harrison, Project Manager, University of Washington Project Delivery Group, 425.691.9309 or srh24@uw.edu.
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Project Description: Provide (2) new CRAC units and associated ductwork for existing data center to provide redundant cooling; CRAC units to be tied into central campus chilled water system. Provide new disconnects for new CRAC units. Provide new Starlink busway for data center expansion.
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Questions: Questions about this project should be directed to:
A/E Name: Miller Hull Architects
Contact Person: Alex Zink
Phone Number: 206-254-2089
Pre-Bid Site Meeting: The Project site is available for inspection by prospective bidders at a pre-bid site meeting and walk-through at 8:00am on June 17, 2025. Meet in the Lobby of the Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering. Access to the project site is restricted. This will be the only opportunity for bidders to visit the Project site.
Bid Documents: Bid documents, plans, specifications and addenda are available to view at: https://university-of-washington.public-portal.us.workdayspend.com/.
509-432-4146 jenrey01@uw.edu
Project Description: Mural - Parking Services Building
University of Washington through UW Facilities department (UWF), is seeking bids from licensed companies to develop and install an exterior mural on the Transportation Services building elevation to enable Transportation Services to provide improved program visibility, engage the public with vibrant color, and deter graffiti.
This project will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. This project is being procured under RCW 28B.10.350, which has a limit of $90,000 for single-trade projects or $110,000 for multiple-trade projects.
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The University of Washington (University or UW) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified design-build teams (which may include joint ventures) including a multi-disciplinary engineering firm as well as mechanical and electrical trade partners to design and construct the UW Tacoma Energy Upgrades Project Portfolio.
Project scope includes the replacement of gas-powered equipment and some inefficient electrical machines with clean and efficient electric-powered equipment.
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The University of Washington (University or UW) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified design-build teams (which may include joint ventures) including a multi-disciplinary engineering firm as well as mechanical and electrical trade partners to design and construct the UW Tacoma Energy Upgrades Project Portfolio.
Project Description:
Project scope includes the replacement of gas-powered equipment and some inefficient electrical machines with clean and efficient electric-powered equipment. The equipment targeted for replacement is located in three buildings across the UWT Campus. Two of these facilities serve neighboring buildings and close coordination with campus operations will be necessary. The project budget is $8 million. The target budget for all work to be provided under the design-build contract is $6 million.
Pre Submission Meeting:
A representative from each design-build firm intending to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is strongly encouraged to attend and sign in at the pre-submission meeting, scheduled for May 14, 2025, at 1:00 PM. The meeting will begin at the Jefferson Street entrance of the Science Building, located at 1745 Jefferson Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98402.
Questions:
All questions regarding this RFQ should be addressed to Vlad Mengher, Project Manager, University of Washington Project Delivery Group, 206-488-4630 or vmengh@uw.edu
Please visit the following website for complete information: https://university-of-washington.public-portal.us.workdayspend.com/
vmengh@uw.edu
**** The UW has established a short list of contractors invited for interviews. The short list includes: BN Builders, GLY Construction and Howard S. Wright. ****
The University of Washington (University) is requesting Proposals from contractors interested in providing Job Order Contracting (JOC) services to the University at its campuses in Seattle, Tacoma, Bothell, and other facilities throughout the state that are owned and/or operated by the University. The selected Job Order Contractors shall provide indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity construction services for minor construction, renovation, repair and alteration projects for classroom, research, laboratory, medical, administrative, sports and other facilities at fixed unit prices.
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**** The UW has established a short list of contractors invited for interviews. The short list includes: BN Builders, GLY Construction and Howard S. Wright. ****
The University of Washington (University) is requesting Proposals from contractors interested in providing Job Order Contracting (JOC) services to the University at its campuses in Seattle, Tacoma, Bothell, and other facilities throughout the state that are owned and/or operated by the University. The selected Job Order Contractors shall provide indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity construction services for minor construction, renovation, repair and alteration projects for classroom, research, laboratory, medical, administrative, sports and other facilities at fixed unit prices.
Pre-Proposal Meeting:
An informational meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. PT, via Zoom https://washington.zoom.us/j/99944254339?pwd=FDzvs9bfanG0IbGbkgRJeWezdLD...
Submittal Deadline:
3:00 p.m. PT on April, 30, 2025
Obtaining the RFP:
A copy of the RFP with additional information about Job Order Contracting and the selection process may be obtained through Workday Strategic Sourcing (WSS), the UW-Facilities electronic bidding system at the following website: https://university-of-washington.public-portal.us.workdayspend.com/
Any addenda issued for the RFP will be published at the same website. Firms must register on WSS to view and respond to this Request for Proposals. If you are a first-time user, you will be required to register in WSS to submit questions or participate in bid opportunities.
Questions:
Any questions or comments regarding this RFP must be received via email no later than seven (7) calendar days prior to the date for submission of the Proposals.
Email requests should be sent to Cathy Robinson at crobin12@uw.edu
Unauthorized contact regarding this Solicitation with other University employees may result in disqualification. Any oral communications will be considered unofficial and non-binding on the University of Washington.
Preliminary bid results for construction opportunities
After the RFP and Interview round for the 208657 Art and Music Renovation Phase 2: Music Building - GC/CM solicitation, three finalists have been invited to access the RFFP stage. The finalists are GLY Construction, JTM Construction and Mortenson.
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Proposals for the above referenced project were received by the UW on July 15, 2025. The evaluation committee ranked each criteria of the Proposal based on which team was believed to the “best fit” and most likely to deliver the highest quality of project. In accordance with the ranking summary, the University intends to enter into negotiations with Mortenson to execute a Contract.
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Preliminary Bid Results
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509-432-4146 jenrey01@uw.edu
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Preliminary Bid Results
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208799 UW Tacoma Energy Upgrades Project Portfolio - RFQ Finalists Notification
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After evaluation of the RFP, Interviews and RFFP, the University intends to enter into negotations with GLY Construction and BN Builders to execute a contract.
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206-543-1961 twyoung@uw.edu
Current consultant opportunities
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
Project Name: UWMC-ML Energy Efficiency Upgrades
Project Number: 208817
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for A/E Services
General: The University of Washington (University or UW) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified A/E firms (which may include joint ventures) to design, coordinate, and support the owner in selecting a GC/CM for the modernization of energy systems at UWMC-ML.
Project Description: This project will upgrade HVAC systems across multiple mechanical rooms at UWMC-Montlake. Scope includes replacing pneumatic controls with DDC, installing VFDs, replacing actuators, and integrating systems for BACnet interoperability and performance monitoring - all within an occupied hospital environment.
Obtaining the RFQ: A copy of the RFQ with additional information about the project and the selection process will be available on 8/14/2025 via Workday Strategic Sourcing at https://university-of-washington.public-portal.us.workdayspend.com/. Any addenda issued for the RFQ will be published at the same website address. If you are unable to download the RFQ or addenda, you may contact the individual noted at the end of this notice.
Submittal Deadline: No later than 3:00 p.m. on Thursday September 18th 2025.
Questions: All questions regarding this RFQ should be addressed to Vlad Mengher, Project Manager, University of Washington Project Delivery Group, (206) 488 4630 or vmengh@uw.edu.
Dates of publication: 8/14/2025
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vmengh@uw.edu
The University of Washington (UW) solicited Letters of Interest from design firms for consideration of the Welcome Center integrated design build project. Lease Crutcher Lewis was selected by the UW as the Design Builder for this project. Lease Crutcher Lewis led the selection for the Design Architect. Studio Tsien was selected as the prime architect for this project.
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Studio Tsien has been selected as the Architect for the 208772 Welcome Center Project. Full press release: 208772 Architect Selection.
jdistler@uw.edu
The University of Washington (UW or University) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from Consultant firms to provide feasibility study services for a central utility plant for the UW Medical Center, Northwest Campus site located in the Haller Lake neighborhood of Seattle.
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Firms interested in submitting an SOQ can access the RFQ through Workday Strategic Sourcing https://university-of-washington.public-portal.us.workdayspend.com/
The University of Washington (UW or University) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from Consultant firms to provide feasibility study services for a central utility plant for the UW Medical Center, Northwest Campus site located in the Haller Lake neighborhood of Seattle. This solicitation is for feasibility study services only and the consultant selection will be made based on the Statement of Qualifications. The selected firm for the feasibility study would be eligible to submit qualifications as part of the future solicitation process for project design and construction.
The UW Medical Center (UWMC) has two medical center locations: the Montlake Campus and the Northwest Campus, both in Seattle. The Seattle campuses provide comprehensive healthcare services under a single license. The University is in the process of finalizing the 2024 Major Institution Master Plan (MIMP) update with the City of Seattle. The MIMP update was approved April 8, 2025 by the City Council. Through the MIMP process, the University identified the need for a central utility plant to realize the campus development goals. This feasibility study will provide project definition of the future central utility plan and related improvements.
Pre-Submission Meeting
Those interested in responding to this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) are encouraged to attend the Pre-Submission Meeting Thursday April 24, 2025 via zoom link here: https://washington.zoom.us/j/91214960922.
The University of Washington held a recent seminar to share our approach to project delivery and the use of Integrated Design Build to increase innovation and maximize the opportunity for design
excellence and value.
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The University of Washington held a recent seminar to share our approach to project delivery and the use of Integrated Design Build to increase innovation and maximize the opportunity for design
excellence and value. The seminar, titled UW’s Integrated Design Build Delivery Model: 101 for Architects was held on March 28, 2025. Please see attached details for the presentation slide deck.
A recording of the full presentation may be viewed at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NUwSzxqePBqwgANHpm5S6tTYLygc2hTN/view?u....
jnatta@uw.edu
Other opportunities
The University of Washington (UW), through UW Facilities (UWF) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from experienced and responsible contractors for its Critical Patient Care Roster (“CPCR”), pursuant to RCW 28B.20.744, for construction, building, renovation, remodeling, alteration, repair or improvements for projects at the UW Medical Center (UWMC), Harborview Medical Center (HMC) and other facilities. The roster will be used to solicit contractors for projects through December 31, 2026.
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The University of Washington (UW), through UW Facilities (UWF) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from experienced and responsible contractors for its Critical Patient Care Roster (“CPCR”), pursuant to RCW 28B.20.744, for construction, building, renovation, remodeling, alteration, repair or improvements for projects at the UW Medical Center (UWMC), Harborview Medical Center (HMC) and other facilities. The roster will be used to solicit contractors for projects through December 31, 2026.
See full RFQ attached to this posting and additional CPCR roster information at https://facilities.uw.edu/projects/business-opportunities#rosters.
