UTAH TECH

UNIVERSITY

REQUEST FOR PRE-QUALIFICATIONS

Chancellor Student Housing Remodel

SOLICITATION #26-0624

PHASE 1

RELEASE DATE

Monday, July 6, 2026

12:00 PM MST

INTENT TO BID DATE

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

12:00 PM MST

RFPQ DUE

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

5:00 PM MST

Utah Tech University Purchasing Department

Buyer: Malia Tafua 225 S University Avenue

St George, Utah 84770 - 3875

IFB #26-0624 UTAH TECH CHANCELLOR STUDENT HOUSING REMODEL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART 1 – NOTICE AND BACKGROUND

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE

2. UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY BACKGROUND

PART 2 – PROJECT OVERVIEW & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

3. PROJECT OVERVIEW

4. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

5. BUDGET

6. SCOPE OF WORK

7. IMPORTANT DATES

8. PROJECT TIMELINE

PART 3 - INSTRUCTIONS

9. TWO-STAGE PROCUREMENT PROCESS

10. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

11. DOCUMENT DISTRIBUTION

PART 4 – GENERAL CONDITIONS AND NEXT STEPS

12. UNIVERSITY RIGHTS

13. NEXT STEP – STAGE TWO INVITATION (IFB)

14. GENERAL NOTICE

PART 1 – NOTICE AND BACKGROUND

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE

This solicitation is being conducted as a Two-Stage Invitation for Bids (IFB).

Stage One consists of a Request for Pre-qualifications (RFPQ) review. Contractors must successfully complete Stage One to be considered pre-qualified.

• Only contractors determined by Utah Tech University to be qualified during Stage One will be invited to participate in

Stage Two and receive access to the complete construction documents, specifications, addenda, and bid forms.

• Contractors that do not advance from Stage One will not be eligible to submit a bid.

• Any bid received from a contractor that was not pre-qualified by the University will be deemed non-responsive and will not be opened or evaluated.

Submission of an RFPQ does not guarantee advancement to Stage Two.

2. UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY BACKGROUND

Utah Tech University is an open-access, comprehensive polytechnic institution located in St. George, Utah. The university emphasizes active, applied learning experiences that prepare students to become skilled, resilient, and lifelong learners. Committed to academic excellence and student success, Utah Tech fosters innovation and entrepreneurship while developing graduates who are responsible citizens, creative problem-solvers, and effective leaders.

PART 2 – PROJECT OVERVIEW & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

3. PROJECT OVERVIEW

Utah Tech University is soliciting Requests for Pre-Qualifications (RFPQ) from licensed General Contractors for the Chancellor Student Housing Remodel located at 11 South 800 East, St. George, Utah. The project consists of the renovation of an existing three-story, wood-framed student housing building originally constructed in 1995. The existing building contains approximately 6,852 square feet and will be reconfigured from six (6) three-bedroom apartments into ten (10) single-bedroom apartments and one (1) two-bedroom apartment.

4. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Contractors shall demonstrate:

• Current Utah General Contractor License appropriate for the work.

• Successful completion of at least three (3) comparable multifamily housing, student housing, hospitality, or occupied-building renovation projects within the past five (5) years.

• Experience coordinating significant mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire sprinkler improvements.

• Ability to meet the required completion schedule.

• Satisfactory safety record and EMR history.

• Financial capacity to successfully complete a project of this size and complexity.

5. BUDGET

The project has a budget range of $700,000

6. SCOPE OF WORK

The work generally includes, but is not limited to:

• Interior demolition of selected walls, ceilings, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, and flooring.

• Construction of new apartment layouts including wall partitions, doors, hardware, finishes, and casework.

• Installation of new HVAC mini-split systems.

• Installation of a new fire sprinkler and fire riser system.

• Electrical service upgrades and new electrical metering.

• Plumbing and electrical improvements throughout the building.

• Exterior improvements including stucco painting.

• Conversion of the existing manager's office into a shared laundry facility.

• Site improvements include demolition and replacement of stairs, ramps, sidewalks, curbing, HVAC pads, utility connections, and fire line improvements.

7. IMPORTANT DATES

RFPQ dates:

• Monday, July 06 at 12:00 PM (MST) – Invitation for Bids Posted

• Wednesday, July 15 at 12:00 PM (MST) – Intent to Bid Due

• Monday, July 20 at 12:00 PM (MST) – Question Deadline - All questions must be submitted electronically through U3P. Responses will be issued through U3P and become part of the solicitation.

• Wednesday, July 22 at 12:00 PM (MST) – Stage One: Request for Pre-qualifications (RFPQ) Due

• Monday, July 27 at 3:00 PM (MST) – Qualified Contractors Announced

8. PROJECT TIMELINE

• Construction Start: Fall 2026

• Substantial Completion Required: January 2027

PART 3 - INSTRUCTIONS

9. TWO-STAGE PROCUREMENT PROCESS - This solicitation will be conducted as a two-stage procurement process.

9.1 - STAGE ONE – REQUEST FOR PRE-QUALIFICATIONS (RFPQ)

Interested contractors shall submit a Request for Pre-qualifications (RFPQ) demonstrating their experience, qualifications, financial capacity, staffing resources, safety record, and ability to successfully complete a project of similar size, complexity, and schedule requirements. The University will evaluate RFPQ submissions and determine which contractors are qualified to advance to Stage Two. The University reserves the right to establish a shortlist of the highest-ranked qualified contractors, with the number of contractors advancing determined solely by the University.

Construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents will be provided only to contractors selected to participate in Stage Two.

See Section 10 for Stage One submission requirements and evaluation criteria.

9.2 - STAGE TWO – INVITATION TO BID

Qualified contractors will receive an invitation via U3P to participate in a separate Invitation for Bids (IFB). This solicitation is by invitation only and is limited to contractors who successfully completed the University’s Request for Prequalification (RFPQ) process. Only invited contractors may submit a bid. Upon invitation, contractors will be granted access to construction drawings, specifications, addenda, bid forms, and other contract documents.

The contract will be awarded through a competitive sealed bidding process to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bids submitted by contractors who were not prequalified and invited by the University will be considered non-responsive and will not be opened or evaluated.

See Section 10 for Stage Two submission requirements.

See Section 10 for Stage Two submission requirements.

10. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

10.1- STAGE ONE SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

All interested contractors shall submit a Request for Pre-qualifications to include 4 PDF files:

File #1 – [Company Name] – Executive Summary Company Information & Point of Contact Executive Summary Key Personnel Utah Contractor License Information

File #2 – [Company Name] – Company Experience Description of Relevant Project Experience List of Comparable Projects Completed Within the Past Five Years Safety Program and EMR Information

File #3 - [Company Name] – References Financial References Minimum of Three (3) Project References

File #4 – [Company Name] – Proposed Schedule Proposed Project Schedule Narrative

10.2 - STAGE ONE EVALUATION CRITERIA (Max 100 PTS)

Request for Pre-qualifications (RFPQ) will be evaluated based upon:

• Relevant Project and Renovation Experience - 35 points

• Qualifications of Key Personnel - 20 points

• Reference and Past Performances - 20 points

• Safety Record and EMR - 10 points

• Financial Capacity - 10 points

• Ability to Meet Project Schedule - 5 points

The University reserves the right to advance the highest-ranked qualified contractors, regardless of score. The number of contractors advancing to Stage Two shall be determined solely by the University.

10.3 - STAGE TWO BID REQUIREMENTS

Qualified contractors will receive an invitation via U3P to participate in a separate Invitation for Bids (IFB). This solicitation is by invitation only and is limited to contractors prequalified through the University’s RFPQ process.

Only invited contractors may submit a bid.

11. DOCUMENT DISTRIBUTION

A project rendering and general project description are included with the public solicitation.

Complete construction drawings, specifications, bid forms, and addenda will only be distributed to contractors selected to advance to Stage Two

PART 4 – GENERAL CONDITIONS AND NEXT STEPS

12. UNIVERSITY RIGHTS

The University reserves the right to reject any or all submissions, waive informalities, request clarification of any submission, and determine the responsiveness and responsibility of any contractor. The University also reserves the sole discretion to determine the number of contractors advancing to Stage Two.

13. NEXT STEP – STAGE TWO INVITATION (IFB)

Contractors selected through the Request for Prequalification (RFPQ) process may be invited to participate in Stage Two

– Invitation for Bids (IFB).

Stage Two will be a separate solicitation issued via U3P and will be limited to prequalified contractors only. The IFB will govern all bidding requirements, pricing submission, award process, and contract execution. Only contractors invited by the University will be eligible to submit a bid in Stage Two.

14. GENERAL NOTICE

This RFPQ is solely for the purpose of prequalifying contractors. It does not constitute a commitment to award a contract or guarantee participation in the Stage Two bidding process.

All terms related to award, contract execution, invoicing, payment, and performance requirements will be provided in the subsequent IFB and/or executed contract documents.

Signature of Authorized Bidder

(FIRST & LAST NAME) (TITLE)

(COMPANY NAME) (DATE)