Managers: Please post this update in your respective areas.
University Tower (T) – MRI Upgrade with Mobile Unit
- Project Scope: Install utilities in T SB, B and G to exterior chiller and Mobile MRI location next to PET CT Trailer.
- Schedule: Work to begin late March and run through mid-Summer 2026
- Impacts:
- Construction will occur during normal business hours.
- Be aware of posted signage. Do not enter construction areas.
- Construction work may generate some intermittent noise. Please contact Andrew Lescoe at 959-710-6558 with any issues.
Administrative Services Building (D) – Data Center Generator and Power Improvements
- Project Scope: Upgrade existing power, generator and HVAC improvements to the Data Center
- Schedule: Phase 1 Interior work to begin March 23, 2026, completion mid-summer. Phase 2 to replace generator, starts Fall 2026, completion Winter 2027.
- Impacts:
- Construction will mostly occur during normal business hours.
- Be aware of posted signage. Do not enter construction areas.
- Construction work may generate some intermittent noise and odors. Please contact Richard Spash at 860-371-7205 with any issues.
Center for Comparative Medicine (B) – BB013 Research MRI
- Project Scope: The Renovate room BB013/013A to house a new Research MRI Machine, including MEP work in surrounding areas.
- Schedule: Work to begin late- January with completion anticipated late June 2026.
- Impacts:
- Construction will occur during normal business hours.
- Be aware of posted signage. Do not enter construction areas.
- Construction work may generate some intermittent noise. Please contact Andrew Lescoe at 959-710-6558 with any issues.
400 Farmington Avenue (R) - Cell & Genome Sciences Building – Chemical Storage Room R1361 Fume Hood & Safety Upgrades
- Project Scope: The project consists of the replacement of the existing chemical fume hood system and general room renovations and upgrades.
- Schedule: Work to begin in December, with completion scheduled for late May 2026.
- Impacts:
- Construction will mostly occur during normal business hours.
- Be aware of posted signage. Do not enter construction areas.
- Construction work may generate some intermittent noise. Please contact David Riggles at 860-461-9386 with any issues.
University Tower Building (T) – IT Disaster Recovery Room TSB102
- Project Scope: The project consists of the upgrade of the fire suppression system to a waterless system more appropriate for a data room environment. This work also includes upgrades the existing HVAC system currently servicing the room.
- Schedule: Work to begin mid-September, with completion scheduled for May 2026.
- Impacts:
- Construction will mostly occur during normal business hours.
- Be aware of posted signage. Do not enter construction areas.
- Construction work may generate some intermittent noise. Please contact David Riggles at 860-461-9386 with any issues.
Transgenic Animal Facility Building (K) – Roof Replacement
- Project Scope: Replace existing ballasted roof with new EPDM roof. Replace walkway from Parking Lot A2 to the Building E entrance.
- Schedule: Roof replacement was completed in Fall 2025. Walkway/Bridge replacement will occur from April 6th through Fall 2026. It will be closed until mid-July for safety reasons and again later in the Fall.
- Impacts:
- Construction will mostly occur during normal business hours.
- Certain specific tasks are scheduled on weekends to limit impact on building operations.
- The Building E entrance from Parking Lot A2 will be closed starting April 6th for safety reasons to allow the bridge/walkway to be removed and replaced. Signage will be posted directing staff to alternate nearby entrances. It will reopen with a temporary railing in Mid-July, then close again for approximately one month in the Fall to allow the new side panels to be installed.
- Area 1 parking capacity in Lot A2 will be temporarily reduced by approximately 17 spaces starting Monday, April 6th to allow for a construction mobilization area for the walkway replacement.
- Construction work may generate some intermittent noise and odors. Please contact Janice Hill at 860-480-6392 with any issues.
CT Tower (H) – Main Level – Interventional Radiology (IR) and Support Areas Renovation
- Project Scope:
- Phase 1 - Create a new IR Room, C-Arm Room, Patient Restroom, Reception/Waiting Room and partial IT Closet.
- Phase 1A – Create a new Reading Room, full IT Closet and two permanent Patient Restrooms.
- Phase 2 – Create a new Changing Room, Patient Restroom, Clinical Staff Space and Stretcher Holding Area.
- Schedule: Work on-going, completion late Spring 2027.
- Impacts:
- Construction will occur during normal business hours. Material deliveries and trash removal will occur off hours.
- Certain specific tasks are scheduled on weekends in order to limit impact in clinical areas.
- Be aware of posted signage and room closures. Do not enter construction areas.
- Construction work may generate some intermittent noise and odors. Please contact Janice Hill at 860-480-6392 with any issues.
Replace Main Liquid Oxygen Tanks - West Loading Dock Receiving/A4 Parking Area
- Project Scope: Provide temporary oxygen tank on trailer until new permanent oxygen tanks are provided. Create new larger tank pad, fenced enclosure and surrounding walkways to accommodate new liquid oxygen tanks.
- Schedule: Work to occur mid-September 2025 through June 2026.
- Impacts:
- Limited emergency, currier, vendor vehicle parking and maneuvering.
- Pedestrians must stay within identified walkways.
- Be aware of all notifications, barricades, detours, actives and stay clear of the oxygen tank trailer.
- Area 1 parking capacity in Lot A4 will be temporarily reduced by approximately 40 spaces to allow for construction and installation of the new oxygen system.
- Please contact Environmental Control Center 860-679-2348 or Janice Hill 860-480-6392 with any issues.
Kevin R. Norton / Director / Campus Planning, Design and Construction
For more information, contact: Teresa Titus at 860-679-6511