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Contractor Resources

Find information about working on construction and renovation projects at Northwestern University.

Guidelines and Policies

Access information about key procedures for general contractors and subcontractors.

Bidding Guidelines

Learn about key steps following Northwestern's solicitation of lump-sum competitive bids from identified contractors.

Master Specifications

Find technical specifications for designers, architects, and subcontractors. They are organized by type for easy access.

Design Guidelines

Northwestern Design Guidelines establish guidelines and criteria for new buildings, repairs and alterations, modernizations, and work in historic structures.

Sustainable Construction

The Sustainable Building and Renovation Policy establishes a University standard for incorporation of sustainable practices into the process of project planning, design, and construction.