RFP Construction Manager - Focused Ultrasound and MRI Expansion

The University of Virginia (University or UVA) invites highly qualified architectural consulting firms to submit Letters of Interest/ Statements of Qualifications and associated supporting materials for consideration in the selection of a consultant team to provide planning, architectural, and engineering design and construction phase services, to expand the current MRI suite in the University Hospital. The proposed Project includes the conversion of one of the current MRIs to a Focused Ultra Sound (FUS) MRI, the addition of one new MRI (#4), shell space for a future MRI (#5), and associated functions, in accordance with the latest version of the UVA Higher Education Capital Outlay Manual (HECOM). This Project is part of a Radiology Master Plan at the Hospital. The University may award the successful firm one or more future phases of the Master Plan at the University's discretion, under the same terms and conditions. The University seeks to retain a Construction Manager to join our team during the Construction Document development phase to provide constructability review, phasing and scheduling scenarios, logistics coordination, value management, early bid package assistance, full construction services for the University in accordance with the provisions of the University of Virginia Higher Education Capital Outlay Manual and RFP, and any other related services as directed by the University. This project includes the addition of one new MRI (#4), shell space for a future MRI (#5), and associated functions. The University has determined that Competitive Sealed Bidding is not practicable or fiscally advantageous for this complex Project; therefore, the contract will be awarded as a CM at Risk with Design Phase Services. University Hospital, originally designed and constructed in the late 1980s, is a Level 1 trauma center and provides over six hundred inpatient beds, procedural and operating rooms, specialized diagnostic services, and a myriad of support functions. During the last ten years, the UVA Medical Center has made major investments in critical infrastructure systems supporting the UVA Hospital, including the recent addition of the South Tower. However, with the growth in patient volume and advancements in the clinical uses of MRIs, existing MRI facilities have exceeded their operating capacities and the University needs to improve and expand them. At the completion of the South Tower, the Interventional Radiology suite moved to the new tower, vacating its space adjacent to the existing MRI suite, presenting the opportunity to expand the MRI suite, as well as to reconsider the planning of the large Radiology Department as a whole, leading to the creation of a new Master Plan, completed in 2020. This is the first of a series of projects contemplated by the Master Plan. The MRI Suite in University Hospital is located directly above the Central Sterile Services department, and directly below general operating rooms. Central Sterile is getting ready for a 17-phase HVAC renovation project and the work of these two projects will require careful coordination. The location below the operating rooms will present challenges during every phase of construction. Procedures in the operating rooms have been demonstrated to be extremely sensitive to the noise and vibration typical of construction work. While this is primarily an interior renovation, a new external shaft will accommodate quench and exhaust ductwork, and new knock-out panels will enable future equipment replacement. Quench and exhaust ducts for the two new MRIs are conceptually planned to run above the ceiling of the adjacent spaces, plan west of the new scan rooms. Those adjacent spaces are themselves to be reconfigured and re-purposed in a future phase, including demolition/ re-design/ relocation of all MEP systems that serve those spaces. This will require careful planning of systems for both the MRIs and the future phase, as well as phasing of the construction of those systems, since we will need to accommodate ongoing clinical operations in some of the adjacent spaces. Construction is anticipated to begin in fall/ winter 2023 and be completed fall 2024. The University is interested in demonstrated experience in the management of similar projects within a university setting. Examples of previous work associated with this type of project is important as well as personnel who have had direct participation with these types of projects, and experience working together on project teams. Examples of cost control and scheduling are also important. Where possible, all materials submitted should be fully recyclable. Submissions should be collated, on standard letter-sized paper and preferably clipped together without binding. To conserve paper, double-sided printing is strongly encouraged. Submittals will be evaluated, and a shortlist of firms selected. The selection of shortlisted firms will be based on demonstrated qualifications in projects of this type, ability to meet the proposed schedules, the quality and experience of the proposed team, the firm's plan for involvement of SWaM firms, experience with the University of Virginia Capital Outlay system, project safety record (not the firm), and other criteria as the selection committee may determine appropriate. Only firms licensed to do business in Virginia will be considered. The shortlisted firms will be issued a detailed scope of work/ request for proposal and invited to present a more detailed proposal and oral presentation of their qualifications and experience. Selected firms will be required to register in eVA (the Governor's electronic procurement web site,prior to the deadline for submission of responses to the RFP to be eligible for the award of the contract. Company's own status and/or proposed use of Small, Women-owned, Minority-owned, Micro, Service-Disabled Veteran, Employment Service Organization, 8(a), Economically Disadvantaged Woman-owned Small Business, and Federal Service-Disabled Veteran-owned (SWaM) firms will be considered in the evaluation of proposals. SWaM firms must be registered with the Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) in Richmond for verification and consideration. Quarterly reporting of expenditures to SWaM firms will be required for the selected contractor.

Division 02 -	Existing Conditions, Subsurface Investigation.
Division 03 -	Concrete, Concrete Forming, Cast-in-Place Concrete, Concrete Finishing, Precast Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry.
Division 05 -	Metals, Structural Metal Framing, Metal Joists, Metal Support Assemblies, Healthcare Metal Supports.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Thermal Protection, Thermal Insulation, Weather Barriers.
Division 08 -	Openings, Doors and Frames, Specialty Doors and Frames, Entrances, Storefronts, and Curtain Walls, Entrances, Automatic Entrances, Windows, Hardware, Louvers and Vents.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Tiling, Ceilings, Acoustical Ceilings, Acoustical Ceiling Suspension Assemblies, Flooring, Resilient Flooring, Painting.
Division 10 -	Specialties, Visual Display Units, Signage, Compartments and Cubicles, Toilet Compartments, Partitions, Service Walls, Patient Bed Service Walls, Wall and Door Protection, Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories, Fire Protection Specialties, Fire Protection Cabinets, Fire Extinguishers, Lockers, Storage Assemblies, Protective Covers, Flagpoles, Flags and Banners.
Division 11 -	Equipment, Mercantile and Service Equipment, Vending Equipment, Foodservice Equipment, Foodservice Storage Equipment, Food Preparation Equipment, Food Cooking Equipment, Food Dispensing Equipment, Service Line Equipment, Soda Fountain Equipment, Coffee and Espresso Equipment, Ice Machines, Cleaning and Disposal Equipment, Library Equipment, Audio-Visual Equipment, Laboratory Equipment, Broadcast, Theater, and Stage Equipment, Athletic and Recreational Equipment, Athletic Equipment, Play Field Equipment and Structures, Exterior Court Athletic Equipment, Athletic Field Equipment, Healthcare Equipment, Medical Sterilizing Equipment, Examination and Treatment Equipment, Patient Care Equipment, Operating Room Equipment, Solid Waste Handling Equipment.
Division 12 -	Furnishings, Window Treatments, Window Blinds, Casework, Countertops, Rugs and Mats, Furniture, Office Furniture, Seating, Institutional Furniture, Classroom Furniture, Library Furniture, Book Shelves, Healthcare Furniture, Multiple Seating.
Division 13 -	Special Construction, Radiation Protection.
Division 14 -	Conveying Equipment.
Division 21 -	Fire Suppression, Fire-Suppression Sprinkler Systems, Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Plumbing Insulation, Instrumentation and Control for Plumbing, Plumbing Piping, Facility Water Distribution, Facility Sanitary Sewerage, Facility Storm Drainage, Plumbing Equipment, Plumbing Fixtures, Healthcare Plumbing Fixtures, Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers, Gas and Vacuum Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities, Compressed-Air Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities, Vacuum Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities, Gas Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities, Chemical-Waste Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities, Processed Water Systems for Laboratory and Healthcare Facilities.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Piping and Pumps, HVAC Air Distribution, Ventilation Hoods, Central Heating Equipment, Central Cooling Equipment.
Division 25 -	Integrated Automation.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Instrumentation and Control for Electrical Systems, Substations, Lighting, Interior Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Exit Signs, Special Purpose Lighting, Healthcare Lighting, Exterior Lighting, Lighting Poles and Standards, Parking Lighting, Roadway Lighting, Area Lighting, Flood Lighting, Exterior Athletic Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Structured Cabling, Data Communications, Voice Communications, Call Management, Audio-Video Communications, Distributed Audio-Video Communications Systems, Paging Systems, Public Address Systems, Intercommunications and Program Systems, Healthcare Intercommunications and Program Systems, Healthcare Communications and Monitoring Systems.
Division 28 -	Electronic Safety and Security, Electronic Access Control and Intrusion Detection, Access Control, Electronic Surveillance, Fire Detection and Alarm, Radiation Detection and Alarm.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Site Clearing, Clearing and Grubbing, Grading, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Bases, Ballasts, and Paving, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways, Paving Specialties, Parking Bumpers, Pavement Markings, Athletic and Recreational Surfacing, Fences and Gates, Planting Irrigation, Planting, Turf and Grasses.
Division 33 -	Utilities, Water Utilities, Sanitary Sewerage Utilities, Storm Drainage Utilities, Electrical Utilities.