University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign QBS #PSSU26041 IQUIST Materials Research Laboratory Renovation 2026
University Of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignHigher Ed · Champaign, IL- Due
- May 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chrissy Fazio
- (217) 300-3527
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Summary
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign seeks professional architectural and engineering services for QBS #PSSU26041, the IQUIST MRL Renovation at the Frederick Seitz Materials Research Laboratory located at 104 S. Goodwin Avenue, Urbana, IL. The project involves strategic renovation and reconfiguration of approximately 13,294 GSF within an existing research building to support the IQUIST research mission, improve functionality, and address accessibility, life-safety, and infrastructure needs, with a total budget of $24,630,000 (estimated construction budget $18,063,392).
Work encompasses reclaiming MRL basement areas for quantum dry laboratory space, converting underutilized Level 5 mechanical penthouse space, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, elevator, telecommunications, and AV coordination, regulated materials assessment, code analysis, and phased occupancy planning. Submissions are due by 4:00 PM on May 6, 2026, with a 30 percent BEP goal and 3 percent veteran-owned business goal.
- Submit to
- https://przm.apps.uillinois.edu/przm/ocpweb.nsf/projectsuiucto
- Scope location
- Urbana, IL
- Reported agency
- University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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