Summary
The project renovates and expands the University’s HIPAA secure research data center to support growing demands for high
performance computing and secure biomedical research data. Work is limited to the northwest corner of the existing first floor, with no site modifications, and increases the data center footprint to
approximately 1,100 square feet to accommodate 15 additional high density computing racks, with additive alternates that would accommodate up to 25 racks and a mechanical screen. The project includes architectural renovations, structural verification and reinforcement, and significant mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and security upgrades. Scope includes new cooling infrastructure with modular chillers and CRAH units, expanded power and UPS systems with overhead busway distribution, enhanced fire suppression and alarm systems, redundant communications backbone, and University standard electronic security with controlled access and monitoring. All work will be performed within an active campus facility and coordinated to maintain safety, reliability, and continuity of existing operations.