Public Higher Education Bulletin

Illinois State University is seeking statement of qualifications from elevator design consultant firms interested in providing modernization planning and design services and on-site review and evaluation, along with upgrades and improvements to the main public elevator in Milner Library on the main campus. Firms should be have experience with elevator equipment usage demands for a library in a university environment as well as the wide range of hoist-way conditions found in the temperate climate of central Illinois. The range of services to be provided include assessment of existing conditions, recommendations for service improvement and reliability, remedial work, design, construction specifications and documents including warranty phase requirements, and estimated costs for completion of required project work.

At a minimum, upgrades and improvements will include replacement with non-proprietary open market controls and wiring as required, with recommendations to be provided for replacement of roller guides, door operators, hallway doors and machines where required based on long-term dependability needs. This project will include upgrades to the interior finishes of the cab.