Ferguson Electronic Music Studio Acoustic Upgrades

Background

The University of Minnesota is seeking proposals for professional design services to upgrade the Ferguson Electronic Music Studio located in Ferguson Hall on the west bank of the Twin Cities campus. The project aims to address poor acoustic performance and isolation issues in Room 215, which serves as the electronic music laboratory and classroom. The upgrades are intended to create a multifunctional space that meets modern music education needs while improving sound isolation from adjacent areas.

Work Details

The scope of work includes: 1. **Acoustic Improvements**: Enhancing sound isolation between Room 215 and adjacent spaces, particularly the Organ Studio and corridors. This includes replacing existing doors with STC 50 rated sound doors, which will significantly reduce noise transmission. 2. **Design Services**: The selected design team will provide schematic design, design development, construction documents, and administration during procurement/construction phases. 3. **Coordination with Other Projects**: The design must be coordinated with an upcoming fire suppression project to ensure compliance with acoustical requirements. 4. **Alternate Design Services**: An evaluation for converting the existing Computer Lab (Room 259) into new music production studios is also requested as an alternate proposal.

Period of Performance

The construction document phase is required to be completed by December 31, 2026, with construction anticipated to begin in summer 2027 and completion expected by August 27, 2027.

Place of Performance

The work will be performed at Ferguson Hall, University of Minnesota, located in Minneapolis, MN.

Bidder Requirements

The proposing design team must include a licensed General Contractor as a cost estimator and should have experience in acoustical consulting. Additionally, all proposed subcontractors must be approved by the University.