CMU 2685 - 1035-20-1 Remodel of University Center Vacated Bookstore

Colorado Mesa University (CMU) is seeking submittals from qualified firms for the design of a remodel of the current Maverick Bookstore space within the University Center. The Maverick Store will move to a new location in the future. The existing space is roughly 6,000 sf located on the first floor of the University Center (see attached floorplans). The University is interested in determining the best use for this space. Possible uses may be:
• Adding a new function or activity to the University Center
• Relocation or expansion of a current University Center function or activity
Initial design activities will focus on interacting with the University’s various user groups and administration to develop viable concepts for the space. Once a decision has been made on the best use, the exact timing and budget for the project will be established. While we anticipate that this project will develop over time and in multiple phases, the Total Construction Cost (Direct Cost of Work, preconstruction and construction fees and General conditions) for the entire project as listed above, is roughly estimated to be $1,500,000 and excludes all other fees, including but not limited to architect fees, FF&E, IT/AV, and all other project costs. The total project cost is estimated to be $2,000,000. Again, these are rough estimates as the actual scope is to be determined. Upon selection of our design team we anticipate entering into a contract agreement for the only programming and concept design work at this time. We anticipate retaining the selected firm for the future projects that may develop out of that programming, but those future projects are subject to approval and appropriation of funds.