University of Minnesota is requesting proposals from qualified Responders to provide professional moving services for its upcoming swing space relocation of the University’s Food Science and Nutrition building. The awarded Contractor will relocate laboratory equipment, supplies, and other materials from Food Science and Nutrition to multiple temporary locations on the St Paul campus. Respondents are prohibited from contacting the identified department about this RFP while in process. Before submitting questions about the RFP via the Questions Tab, read and review the Supplier Process and Information Attachment and ALL Attributes in the Attributes Tab, especially Background and Project Summary/Scope of Work. These provide valuable information and address frequently asked questions. Remember to submit your response, including attachments, early to allow time to correct errors. The submission deadline is a hard close. The system will reject responses with errors and will NOT allow late submissions.
Request for Bid for medical supplies and equipment for Community-University Health Care Center (CUHCC). Respondents are prohibited from contacting the identified department about this RFB while in process. Before submitting questions about the RFB via the Questions Tab, read and review the Supplier Process and Information Attachment and ALL Attributes in the Attributes Tab, especially Background and Project Summary/Scope of Work. These provide valuable information and address frequently asked questions. Remember to submit your response, including attachments, early to allow time to correct errors. The submission deadline is a hard close. The system will reject responses with errors and will NOT allow late submissions.
The University is requesting Proposals to provide Construction Services for remodel of Pods K & L in Griggs Hall, located on the Duluth campus. Refer to the Request for Proposal documents (found in the Attachments tab) for full project details/requirements. Your only contact regarding this RFP shall be the Bid Contact noted here. Before submitting questions about the RFP via the Questions Tab, read and review the RFX INSTRUCTIONS, REQUIREMENTS, AND RIGHTS RESERVED BY THE UNIVERSITY DOCUMENT and ALL Attributes in the Attributes Tab. These provide valuable information and address frequently asked questions. Potential Respondents and/or Subcontractors are encouraged to register themselves on the Supplier Matchmaking Google Form. Once registered, the list of interested Respondents / Subcontractors for this RFP can be viewed on the Supplier Matchmaking List. Note: None of the information on the Supplier Matchmaking List has been validated by the University. It is YOUR responsibility to reach out to the suppliers/contacts noted on the list and confirm their information prior to considering a potential partnership. Remember to submit your response, including attachments, early to allow time to correct errors. The submission deadline is a hard close. The system will reject responses with errors and will NOT allow late submissions.
Board meetings and strategic plans from University of Minnesota System
Board of Regents, University of Minnesota Board of Regents Meeting
Date: Jul 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Regents meeting included the introduction of a new Vice President and Chief Budget Officer, the recognition of a student-athlete recipient of the Hobie Baker Award, and a farewell to the outgoing Executive Vice President for Finance and Operations. The Board approved the appointment of an interim chancellor for the Crookton campus and held discussions regarding recent tuition increases and cuts to student programs. Additionally, the President provided updates on federal policy impacts on research and scholarship, highlighted a major breakthrough in synthetic biology involving a newly developed artificial cell, and discussed the establishment of a universitywide Artificial Intelligence hub.
Board Of Regents Presidential Performance Review Committee Special Meeting
Date: May 29, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee scheduled special non-public meetings as part of the Board's regular annual performance review process to evaluate the performance of the President of the University of Minnesota.
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The meeting commenced with the approval of previous minutes. The President's report covered several key areas, including the vibrancy of the Fall semester, a tour of the Health Sciences Education Center, and updates on COVID-19 safety protocols such as mask and vaccine mandates, which resulted in extremely low case numbers. The President also detailed a shift in COVID-19 positive case guidance and the launch of the 'inform' page on the safe campus website. Significant discussion focused on public safety enhancements, including hiring additional police officers, a social worker, and a community liaison, alongside preventative measures like blue light kiosks and safety guide programs. The M Safe program review, related to UMPD, was also noted. Furthermore, the President announced several new leadership appointments, including Deans for the Humphrey School and CSE, and a Director for the Weisman Art Museum. Updates were provided regarding University history transparency efforts, the review of the namings policy, and an upcoming event with poet Nikky Finney. Other activities mentioned included Homecoming, the President's postdoctoral fellowship program, and ongoing board service commitments. Finally, the agenda covered reviews related to the PEAK initiative, the Twin Cities campus master plan, the strategic enrollment plan, and initial conversations on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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