Specifications include, but are not limited to: The renovation of Taft Hall is a major gut rehabilitation of an original Walter Netsch-designed 3-story 27,000 GSF classroom building located on UIC’s East Campus. This project includes the demolition of most of the building’s interior to accommodate a redesigned floor plan that will feature new formal learning spaces with integrated multimedia, informal learning spaces/lounges, restrooms, and other miscellaneous support spaces. Once completed, this building will be UIC’s latest LEED Gold facility featuring rooftop solar PV, among many other sustainable and energy-conscious features. In addition to extensive architectural modifications, this project includes all new HVAC, plumbing, and electrical/data systems including new utility service feeds from nearby Addams Hall, a new 3-stop elevator, a new roof, and extensive masonry repairs to the existing exposed structure. The project scope boundary extends to upgrades within the linkage bridge between Taft and Burnham Halls as well as landscaping and civil improvements in the immediate vicinity of Taft Hall.UIC’s Office of Planning, Sustainability, and Project Management, in concert with the architect of record, Gensler, and the construction manager, Berglund Construction, are seeking highly qualified firms to execute this project. This project is anticipated to be a high-visibility site located within an active environment and will present complex schedule and logistical challenges extending through the entire construction phase. Interested bidders will be required to be prequalified according to the requirements prescribed in the Project Specific Prequalification section of these documents.