Ostermayer Lab Building Renovation

The Pennsylvania State University selected a design‑build team to renovate the 21,739‑sq‑ft Ostermeyer Lab Building on its Greater Allegheny campus. The $14 million project will deliver modern chemistry, biology, and teaching labs, faculty offices, and student collaboration spaces while meeting LEED certification and high‑performance standards. The award was made to Turner Construction Company through a qualifications‑based design‑build process that incorporates a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract. Key elements include full interior and systems renovation, sustainability targets, and a 15 % DBE participation requirement. • Scope: Complete interior, MEP, and building‑system upgrades; modest addition at main entrance; LEED‑certified, high‑performance design. • Procurement: Qualifications‑based design‑build; full and open competition; award announced Feb 22 2019. • Schedule: Award Feb 2019 → Final design approval Nov 2019 → Construction start Apr 2020 → Substantial completion Jun 2021. • Vendor: Turner Construction Company (single‑award). • Financials: Total project cost $14 million; contract type Cost‑plus with GMP (design‑build).