Lecture Hall #1 Renovation

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) from consultant design firms for comprehensive architectural and engineering services to renovate Lecture Hall #1 in the Basic Sciences Building located at 450 Clarkson Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. The project involves a full professional renovation of a 220-seat lecture hall, including upgrading HVAC systems, installing new powered seating, replacing lighting, adding acoustic panels, providing new flooring, repairing walls, and designing a new AV infrastructure. Key deliverables include an existing conditions survey, design development, construction documents, and construction administration services. The procurement requires a mandatory walkthrough on October 1, 2025, at 10 AM, with potential bidders meeting at the lobby of 450 Clarkson Avenue. Questions from prospective bidders are due by October 8, 2025, and complete proposals must be submitted by October 22, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST. Evaluation criteria will focus on firm qualifications, personnel experience, project approach, and MWBE utilization.

The contract opportunity includes specific subcontracting goals for Minority-Owned Businesses at 16%, Women-Owned Businesses at 14%, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses at 6%. No specific service-disabled veteran-owned business set-aside has been designated for this procurement. The total project budget is estimated at $1 million, which encompasses architectural/engineering design, consultant services, construction, equipment, and soft costs. No incumbent vendors or current contractors were identified in the solicitation. The design phase is expected to be completed in seven months or less, with the design consultant responsible for all project phases. SUNY Downstate aims to transform an outdated lecture space into a modern, functional learning environment, with the contract to be awarded to the most qualified bidder based on a comprehensive evaluation of submissions.