BLOSS HALL REMODEL DESIGN BUILD RFP

Oregon State University is procuring a full design‑build remodel of Bloss Hall, a seven‑story residence hall on its Corvallis campus. The scope includes fire‑suppression upgrades, ADA‑compliant restrooms, kitchen and lounge renovations, complete interior finishes, exterior façade work, and related MEP, structural, and code‑compliance tasks. The project will be executed under a two‑step competitive design‑build process, with a design‑phase lump‑sum fee and a construction‑phase not‑to‑exceed (NTE) fee expressed as a percentage of estimated construction cost. The contract is slated for award to Fortis Construction, with construction expected to be completed by early September 2023 so the building can be fully occupied. Key contract features include: • Mandatory pre‑proposal conference and site visit (July 18 2022) and strict attendance requirement. • Design‑builder must submit detailed design schedules, monthly progress reports, and adhere to OSU’s prevailing‑wage, bonding, insurance, and diversity‑contracting requirements. • The agreement contains extensive cost‑allocation matrices (direct costs, general conditions, overhead, and owner‑paid items) and provisions for retainage, warranties, and early‑work allowances.