DFCM Construction - VBS Construction Stage I - Weber State University - Student Services Bldg. MEP - Phase II - Project #27013810

The State of Utah Division of Facilities Construction and Management (DFCM) is requesting proposals for construction services to selectively remodel and upgrade the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems in Weber State University's Student Services Building to a hybrid variable refrigerant flow (VRF) system, with proposals due November 3, 2026, and a mandatory bidders meeting on October 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Weber State University Campus Services (virtual attendance available).

This is a two-stage procurement. Stage I is a value-based selection process in which contractors submit Statements of Qualifications, Management Plans, and Past Performance References. Evaluation criteria are Statement of Qualifications (40 points), Management Plan (35 points), and Past Performance References (25 points), with a minimum score of 80 points required for short listing. Short-listed contractors will be announced November 13, 2026, and advance to Stage II Invitation to Bid with bid and bid bond due December 1, 2026.

The project encompasses approximately 52,925 square feet of building area and includes mechanical system upgrades, electrical systems and lighting upgrades, ceiling and paint work, and selective remodeling of counseling suite reception, registrar service windows, and office configurations. Detailed structural calculations, hazmat survey, and comprehensive MEP specifications are provided. The construction cost estimate is $5,400,000. Liquidated damages are set at $500 per day for schedule delays. Substantial completion is required by August 20, 2027, with mobilization anticipated December 14, 2027, following the fall semester.

The prime contractor must be licensed by the State of Utah and is responsible for all subcontractor compliance. Contractors with contracts valued at $5,400,000 or more must provide a Health Insurance Statement of Compliance certifying qualified health insurance coverage under Utah Code 26B-3-909. A detailed critical path method (CPM) schedule using Primavera, MS Project, or Phoenix software is required within 90 days of award, with monthly updates thereafter. Performance and payment bonds, builder's risk insurance, general liability coverage, and workers' compensation insurance are required. Questions are due October 15, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., with addenda posted by October 20, 2026. All project documentation is available through the U3P procurement portal.