This Request for Proposals (“Request for Proposals” or “RFP”) is an invitation by Simon Fraser University (“SFU” or the “University”) to prospective proponents (“Proponents”) to submit proposals (“Proposals”) for the provision of Architect/Prime Consultant Services including services of Sub-Consultants for Shrum Science Centre Biology Renewal (the “Project”), as further described in this RFP.
Established in 1965, with vibrant campuses in Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey, SFU has become Canada's leading comprehensive university. With more than 30,000 students, 6,500 faculty and staff, and 130,000 alumni, SFU has matured into one of the world’s leading teaching and research universities, consistently ranked among Canada’s top comprehensive universities.
The Shrum Science Centre Biology (SCB), part of the Shrum Science Centre at SFU, was originally constructed in 1965, and had additions to the building constructed in 1970 and 1980. The building has a gross area of 10,303 square metres over 5 levels. The building currently houses the departments of Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Radiation Safety, and Science Stores.
The Shrum Science Centre Biology building, in its current state, does not provide adequate services and spaces to meet the needs of modern teaching and research.Through a building renewal, SFU aims to transform this building into a modern facility conducive to leading-edge teaching, training and research, fostering industry collaboration, accommodating growth in student enrolment, and attracting research talent while making the building more accessible for all. The renewal project intends to realize approximately 8463 m2 (91,100 ft2) of upgraded building (net) area.
Recognizing the need for building upgrades, Chernoff Thompson Architects (CTA) was engaged for their services as Architect/Prime Consultant to provide a Feasibility Study to review existing conditions and requirements to provide design concepts addressing functional program and space planning, alternatives, and estimated timeline for the project. Beyond the feasibility study, the new project will be carried out as described within this RFP and includes Level 5000-9000 of the Biology Building and any interconnected systems to the neighbouring buildings.
This project does not include work for temporary relocation swing space design, but the selected proponent is expected to coordinate and inform of any program needs as required.
Expected outcome
- Replacement/upgrade of the building envelope, mechanical and electrical systems, structural upgrades, addition of a fire suppression system and necessary code/accessibility improvements;
- Creation of more flexible spaces for collaborative learning and research;
- Improved spaces to enhance research and learning to meet current and future demands of faculty, researchers and students.
The Project is expected to be completed in Fall 2031.
See full project details in the RFP package.
