Design & Construction Projects
Design & Construction Projects
To learn more about these and other UNC design and construction projects, refer to the UNC System Capital & Construction website.
Capital Improvement Project Request form
Ongoing Design & Construction Projects
Stevens Center Renovation
The multi-phase, comprehensive renovation of the Stevens Center will improve the patron and artistic experience for all the venue’s constituents—making critical upgrades to modernize the student learning experience and completing the necessary roof and building envelope repair.
Current Status: Phase 1 Construction
Performance Place, Workplace, Workplace V — Roof Replacement
An open pre-bid meeting was held for all interested bidders on Feb. 21, 2023, at 10 a.m. at the Facilities Management Building. Electronic copies of complete plans and specifications for this project were available from Fleming & Associates, PA. The deadline for sealed proposals was March 21, 2023, at 10 a.m. At this time and place bids will be opened and read.
Current Status: Reviewing bids
Gray Building — Roof Replacement, Repairs, Upgrades
UNCSA is requesting bids for the Gray Building Roof Replacement, Building Envelope, HVAC and Fire Suppression project. The Scope of Work for the project will include the replacement and recovery of the roof, replacement of existing cooling towers, condenser water and 4-pipe air-handling units, an upgrade of the existing fire alarm system and the refurbishment of the three-story elevator lobby — including a new storefront glazing system, lighting and paint.
Sealed Bids will be due on or before June 13, 2023, at 10 a.m., at the Facilities Management Department Conference Room located at 303 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27127.
Interested Bidders shall direct all questions to Brad Felts, P.E. with Atlantect Engineers, PA. Phone number 919-855-2040 Email address brad@atlantecengineers.com.
Current Status: Accepting bids.
Restrooms in Visual Arts Studio
The Visual Arts Studio in Workplace will upgrade the restrooms to single-occupancy, handicapped-accessible restrooms.
This project will be bid in early 2022 for a summer 2022 construction start.
Current Status: Bids came in above expectations. The project should still begin in the summer of 2022.
General Parking Lot Repaving and Repair
The campus has several parking lots that are in poor condition and pose safety and convenience issues. The campus will be repairing or replacing lots as funding allows. New signage, striping, wheel stops, and pothole improvements will be completed over time.
Funding: Parking Fund
Designer: Currently none, however, there may be an opportunity to expand and improve conditions at de Mille Theater, the Chapel Street entrance, and other areas that may require engineering services.
Upcoming Projects
Replacement of windows in Gray Building. Successfully bid. Will be completed summer 2022 if windows arrive in a timely manner.
Summer 2022 project. Repaving of Kenan Drive that will start near the Campus Police Department and will continue past Hanes Commons. Will address numerous below-grade issues. Sewer line replacement and repaving.
Replacing dated electrical equipment.
Renovating a building used for prop storage and converting into classroom space.
Project will address studio needs and concerns. Scope varies in each studio. After successful bid, schedule will be coordinated with the School of Drama. Bids in summer 2022.
Much-needed renovation of Administration office areas. After successful bid, schedule will be coordinated with the School of Drama. Project planned to bid and start summer 2022.
Fix leaking windows and replace exterior rotten wood. Repair EFIS and repaint the building. Designer selected. Project scheduled for summer 2022.
Replacing HVAC equipment. Designer selected. After successful bid, schedule will be coordinated with end users. Bids in summer 2022.
Replacement of two dimmers in ACE Exhibition Complex; replacing existing incandescent can lights with LED can lights that dim to zero.
Recently Completed Projects
As part of the Housing Master Plan Study by RJA (PDF) and the Residential Hall Study by RAMSA (PPT), the University has undertaken its largest project to date. Construction is well underway on a 458 bed four- and five-story hall. The building will be ready for occupancy in Spring 2022.
Total Project Cost: $46,000,000
Designer: LS3P Architects
Contractor: Metcon Construction
Estimated Timeline:
- Fall 2019 UNCSA design process
- June 2020 construction begins
- Completion Dec 30, 2021
- Ready for occupancy in 2022
Current Status: Complete
Renovations to Freedman and Catawba theatres. Significant improvements to Freedman and Catawba Theaters, air conditioning, and modern performance lighting, sound, audiovisual give venues new life. The building is expected to be available for use in August 2021.
Funding: NC Connect Bond Project $2,900,000 and Private Donor $5,000,000; Campus Funding: $1,400,000.
Total Project Cost: $8,760,000
Designer: Vines Architecture
Contractor: Bar Construction and Beco Electric
Current Status:
Complete
The Sculpture Studio will have a dust collection system installed during the 2021 summer, which will enhance the air quality in the building. The system handles a large volume of air, and the HVAC and ductwork are correspondingly large.
Current Status: Complete
This is a 90-day project and the completion will be towards the end of August 2021.
Current Status: Complete
Dance Studio A will have a new HVAC system installed. Construction will start at the end of June, when the studio is not in use. It is scheduled to be complete for occupancy at the start of classes in fall 2021.
Current Status: Complete
The D&P roof was rebuilt over the course of May and June in 2021.
Current Status: Complete and building is occupied.
The project turned an unused, dated, and poorly functioning building into a campus showpiece. In re-purposing the former library, UNCSA gained new space to accommodate various multipurpose and seminar rooms; rehearsal spaces; a recording studio; Drama and Dance faculty offices and conference rooms; a campus event space for meetings and receptions; and university administration, including offices for the chancellor, provost, chief of staff and general counsel.
Funding: NC Connect Bond Project $8,000,000.
Total Project Cost: $8,500,000
Designer: Szostak Design
Davie Construction of Advance, general contractor
Est. Timeline:
- Contract Execution December 2018
- Construction Start March 2019
- Construction Finish July 15, 2020
Current Status: Completed on time and within budget.