University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
QBS #PSSU26004
Request for Professional Services Qualifications (QBS): IGB Advanced Microscopy & Diagnostics Facility
First published Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Project Description
The Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois (University) is seeking a Professional Services Consultant (PSC) team for the IGB Advanced Microscopy & Diagnostics Facility.
A feasibility study was conducted to determine the programmatic needs for the IGB Advanced Microscopy & Diagnostics Facility to pursue an National Institutes of Health (NIH) Grant that was awarded in September 2025. This project will begin with PSC program confirmation (space and floor plans) with NIH and the University stakeholders and adjust the programming needs as required. The project will continue with the schematic design and design development phases to determine the project scope, schedule, and cost. Following the schematic design phase, the project will seek design approval from the Board of Trustees. With the University of Illinois Board of Trustees' approval, it is also the Universitys intent to utilize the same PSC for the remainder of the project for design of construction documents, bid & award, construction administration, and warranty phases. The feasibility report is available on the FTP site.
The proposed Advanced Microscopy & Diagnostic Core (AMD) at the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, will comprise a 4,830 gross square foot subgrade building addition and the connection to the adjacent existing facility. This expansion will be designed to accommodate vibration-sensitive microscopy laboratories, wet labs, diagnostic labs, and support spaces, including quiet rooms and utility infrastructure. The project will integrate advanced imaging technologies such as confocal microscopes, MERFISH, STEDYCON, and a multibeam SEM, alongside essential laboratory equipment and infrastructure for biological and chemical research. The design will emphasize modular planning, accessibility, and adaptability, ensuring future flexibility in laboratory configurations and equipment installations. The facility will meet BSL-2 standards and incorporate robust safety, containment protocols, and mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems required to support 24-hours, 7 day a week research operations without disruption.
Project Location: Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology (IGB), 1206 W Gregory Dr, Urbana, IL 61801
See attached for complete details.
The Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois (University) is seeking a Professional Services Consultant (PSC) team for the IGB Advanced Microscopy & Diagnostics Facility.
A feasibility study was conducted to determine the programmatic needs for the IGB Advanced Microscopy & Diagnostics Facility to pursue an National Institutes of Health (NIH) Grant that was awarded in September 2025. This project will begin with PSC program confirmation (space and floor plans) with NIH and the University stakeholders and adjust the programming needs as required. The project will continue with the schematic design and design development phases to determine the project scope, schedule, and cost. Following the schematic design phase, the project will seek design approval from the Board of Trustees. With the University of Illinois Board of Trustees' approval, it is also the Universitys intent to utilize the same PSC for the remainder of the project for design of construction documents, bid & award, construction administration, and warranty phases. The feasibility report is available on the FTP site.
The proposed Advanced Microscopy & Diagnostic Core (AMD) at the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, will comprise a 4,830 gross square foot subgrade building addition and the connection to the adjacent existing facility. This expansion will be designed to accommodate vibration-sensitive microscopy laboratories, wet labs, diagnostic labs, and support spaces, including quiet rooms and utility infrastructure. The project will integrate advanced imaging technologies such as confocal microscopes, MERFISH, STEDYCON, and a multibeam SEM, alongside essential laboratory equipment and infrastructure for biological and chemical research. The design will emphasize modular planning, accessibility, and adaptability, ensuring future flexibility in laboratory configurations and equipment installations. The facility will meet BSL-2 standards and incorporate robust safety, containment protocols, and mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems required to support 24-hours, 7 day a week research operations without disruption.
Project Location: Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology (IGB), 1206 W Gregory Dr, Urbana, IL 61801
See attached for complete details.
Letter Submission
Qualifications and supporting materials will be accepted below until 4:00 PM, Thursday November 13, 2025:At the following address:
via PRZM electronic bidding per bidding documents
UIUC Capital Projects
Attention Abel Vera Iglesias
1501 S. Oak Street
Champaign, IL 61820
via PRZM electronic bidding per bidding documents
UIUC Capital Projects
Attention Abel Vera Iglesias
1501 S. Oak Street
Champaign, IL 61820
Contact Information:
Abel Vera Iglesias
Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: (217) 300-0528
E-Mail:abelv2@illinois.edu
Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: (217) 300-0528
E-Mail:abelv2@illinois.edu
For instructions on how to obtain a comprehensive purchase description, disclosure or contract forms, contact:
Karen Brown
Phone: (217) 330-2901
Phone: (217) 330-2901
Chief Procurement Officer - Bridget McHatton
State Purchasing Officer - Caleb Adams
Only those firms which meet the following qualifications will be considered:
- There is a 30 percent BEP goal for this procurement. See solicitation documentation for details.
- There is a 3 percent Veteran-owned business goal for this procurement. See solicitation documentation for details.
- The contract(s) for this solicitation could exceed $50,000 annually.
Selection will be consistent with the Architectural, Engineering, and Land Surveying Qualifications Based Selection Act (30 ILCS 535/1).
This transaction is subject to the State Board of Elections registration and certification requirements of Public Act 095-0971.
The State of Illinois has a policy to encourage prospective vendors to hire qualified veterans, minorities, females, persons with disabilities and ex-offenders.