St. Paul Campus Center Abatement

The University of Minnesota is seeking a qualified contractor to perform a lump‑sum asbestos abatement project at the St. Paul Campus Center (Magrath Library) in preparation for demolition. The contract value is fixed at $500,000 and the work must begin in October 2026 and be completed by January 29 2027. A mandatory pre‑proposal meeting is scheduled, and the bid must include compliance with Minnesota workforce, equal‑pay, and responsible‑contractor requirements. • Scope: Full asbestos removal from Magrath Library, including containment, removal, disposal, and site cleanup. • Budget: Fixed lump‑sum $500,000 (no escalation). • Schedule: Start Oct 2026, finish Jan 29 2027 (≈4 months). • Mandatory pre‑proposal meeting: Aug 26 2026 (attendance required). • Submission deadline: Sep 9 2026, 2:00 PM CT (hard close). • Evaluation criteria: Team qualifications (20), approach (20), schedule (25), cost (30), safety (5) plus pass/fail items. • Compliance: Workforce diversity goals, equal‑pay certification, responsible‑contractor verification, prevailing‑wage adherence. • Contact: Kevin Sullivan (Bid Contact), email provided.