Education + Science

UMN Microbial Cell Production Facility

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Owner
University of Minnesota
Architect
BWBR Architects
Service
Construction Manager, Construction Manager at Risk
City
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Size
42,000 SF
Year
April 2025

Knutson and BWBR were selected for the University of Minnesota Microbial Cell Production Facility (MCPF) project. This research facility is dedicated to boosting nonmedical bio-industrial research and manufacturing in the United States. The University’s Biotechnology Resource Center (BRC), which has been producing microbial cells and their products for academic and industry clients for nearly 35 years, will be moving into the new Microbial Cell Production Facility. The new facility will grow BRC’s capabilities for modern cell production services, R&D services, consulting and training programs.

The MCPF project was awarded the MNSHARP safety award, which recognizes a project’s commitment to safety, strict OSHA requirements, and going above and beyond standard safety compliance. Construction projects must be 18+ months in duration to qualify. This is Knutson’s seventh MNSHARP award, and first for a Knutson managed University of Minnesota project.

Awards:
• MNSHARP Award