University of California, Berkeley Request for Executive Architect Qualifications Joint Chemistry and Engineering Building Project Number: 12652A Project Description The Berkeley campus of the University of California is seeking an Executive Architect to perform programming, design, construction documents, bid and construction phase services for a proposed 90,000 GSF Joint Chemistry and Engineering Building. The educational and research programs in College of Chemistry (CoC) and the College of Engineering (CoE) are consistently ranked among the highest in national and international surveys. CoC would occupy 2/3 of the new building to create centers of Advanced Catalysis and Translational Chemical Biology. CoE would occupy 1/3 of the building to focus on the Engineering Better Health initiative to support growing activities in health and biomedical research. The overall budget for construction would be similar to private sector research buildings of this type with an estimated construction budget of $650/sf. The new building would be built on the site of the existing Donner Lab (c.1942/1955) which would be demolished. Donner Lab not only has seismic deficiencies, but also has spaces and infrastructure incompatible with modern research. The project site is located at the northeast area of the central campus, adjacent to the Mining Circle, and framed by the historic Hearst Memorial Mining Building to the east, Founder’s Rock to the north, Gayley Road to the west, and Stanley Hall (Biosciences) to the south. The project is anticipated to include significant site related work including utilities relocation, service access, improved pedestrian walkways, and integration of landscaping into the surrounding campus. The approximate building footprint area of this multi-story building is between 20,000-25,000 GSF. The new building would be designed with flexibility and collaboration in mind, with shared laboratories (wet, dry, and computational), open offices, and shared common spaces and resources. A modular planning principle will be utilized to establish a building framework that provides flexibility that is essential for collaborative research. It is anticipated that the building will be Construction Type 2B with “H3” occupancy storage rooms to help the Colleges maximize storage of hazardous materials. The maximum allowable control areas will be constructed on each floor. Refinements to the space program will be developed with the selected Executive Architect during the programming phase.

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The project will be required to meet the UCOP Sustainable Practices Policy and meet the prerequisites of the Laboratories for the 21st Century (Labs 21) Environmental Performance Criteria. The minimum level of LEED certification for this project shall be Silver. Scope of Services Phase I will consist of development of a Detailed Project Program (DPP), which will describe the program, scope, site, infrastructure requirements (MEP), and cost estimate for the project. Phase I will include the feasibility analysis of site planning and massing options. In addition, the scope of work will include presentation drawings. Phase I services will begin in late February/early March 2016 and are intended to be completed by August 2016. Upon the architect’s successful completion of Phase I, the university, at its discretion, may authorize Phase II. Phase II will entail basic architectural services to support design, bidding, and construction of the new Joint Chemistry and Engineering Building. The authorization of Phase II will be dependent on determination and approval of project funding sources. Phase II is intended to commence in September 2016 resulting in occupancy in the summer of 2020. Joint Ventures and Associations The University will not entertain Joint Ventures or Associations on this project. Project Delivery Method The project delivery method is expected to be CM/GC at Risk (Construction Manager/General Contractor) but will be confirmed at completion of Phase I. The University may elect to deliver some of the trade packages such as MEPF, curtain wall, and structural, as design build components of the project. Consultants The University is only selecting the Executive Architect at this time. All sub-consultants, such as, but not limited to, acoustical, lighting, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, landscape, structural, civil, etc., will be later selected in collaboration with the selected Executive Architect firm.

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Submittal Requirements and Selection Criteria The University of California, Berkeley, requests the following submittal material for use in selection of a professional design firm to perform the Scope of Services described above. Major considerations in selection of the firm will be the following: a. Demonstrated experience and excellence in the programming and design of university, institutional or corporate major research facilities. b. Demonstrated firm and staff experience in site planning and university campus urban design. c. Demonstrated experience in state-of-the-art research laboratory design, including chemistry labs, and use of best practices and industry standards to develop flexible, efficient lab space. d. Proven capabilities for providing creative and cost-effective design solutions. Firms should consider that the proposed location for this facility is on a very prominent and visible site on the northeastern edge of the central campus. Firms are asked to submit appropriate graphic material supporting design creativity and excellence. e. Proven technical, scheduling, and cost management capabilities. Experience with the State Fire Marshal and Division of the State Architects, particularly on University projects within the State of California. f. Experience with institutional clients and building committees. g. Proven experience with target value design h. Qualifications of the Principals and Project Team Members, including clear definition of the primary responsibility of each. i. Outline of the basic work plan to accomplish the work. j. Ability to provide Professional Liability Insurance in the amount of $2,000,000 Each Occurrence and $4,000,000 per Project Aggregate. Proximity to the Berkeley campus – it is preferred that the Executive Architect’s services to the project be provided primarily by an office within 50 miles of the UC Berkeley campus. Proposal Content Proposals must not exceed 20 pages and shall provide sufficient information to allow the University to evaluate the Consultant’s qualifications based on the above criteria. Qualifications statements should outline the specific comparable project experience, including scope, size, and value of work, with client contact information for no more than 6 projects. Qualifications statements should identify key staff that will be committed to the project on a day-to-day basis, Page 3

include the firm’s fee schedule, and confirm the firm’s ability to start immediately and meet the project schedule. Responding firms must submit six (6) copies of the proposal, each signed by an authorized representative of the firm. Proposals must be submitted to arrive no later than 12:00 pm, January 25, 2016, addressed to: Beth Piatnitza, Associate Director Physical & Environmental Planning 1936 University Ave., 2nd Floor Berkeley, CA 94704 E-mail: [email protected] Technical questions or questions regarding the scope of the project should be addressed to Ms. Piatnitza at (510) 643-2082 or by email at [email protected]

Selection Process The University will review all proposals and select 3-4 firms for interviews. The tentative schedule for completion of review of submittals, interview of “short-listed firms”, and selection of the Executive Architect is anticipated in February 2016. The successful firm will be required to sign the University’s Professional Services Agreement (PSA). Subsequently, prior to the start of Phase III scope of services, the firm will be contracted under the University’s Executive Design Professional Agreement (EDPA). Both the PSA and EDPA are posted for review at http://realestate.berkeley.edu/contract-administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer- Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Every effort will be made to ensure that all persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, color, and national origin have equal access to contracts and other business opportunities with the University. Each candidate firm will be required to show evidence of its equal opportunity policy.

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