Tulane University, Charity Hospital - Brailsford & Dunlavey

Project Highlights

Supported Tulane’s broader strategic master plan for its Downtown Campus and achieve synergies with adjacent private and public initiatives
On schedule for the targeted substantial completion of the Charity Redevelopment initiative in 2028, to culiminate in the delivery of more than 500,000 square feet of laboratories, classrooms, retail, dining, offices, and event/community gathering spaces
Acquisition of various funding sources and financial incentives that will enable a total project budget in excess of $600M, consistent with the stated strategic financial objectives

Client:
Tulane University, Charity Hospital

Solutions:
Development advisory services

Redevelopment of an iconic 90-year-old landmark (formerly Charity Hospital) to establish a groundbreaking center for public health, cutting-edge industries, research, innovation, and collaboration amongst the university, local, and regional communities
Development of a state-of-the-art research, academic, and campus life spaces through an innovative P3 model to support its overall institutional objectives as a premier comprehensive research institution while driving substantial additional economic impact for the city, parish, state, and region
Catalyze significant redevelopment of the broader downtown New Orleans ecosystem by revitalizing a culturally significant building that has remained vacant for nearly two decades following Hurricane Katrina

Advised Tulane in support of its decision-making related to all facets of the redevelopment initiative as its owner’s representative and comprehensive development manager
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the management of architectural and engineering services, procurement and oversight of pre-construction services and construction management, identification of the most advantageous financing/funding approaches for the project, pursuit of local and federal historic tax credits, management of contracting/negotiations and administration of consultants, support of Tulane’s engagement with local and federal officials to compel support for the project, management of applicable approvals and permitting activities, and coordination with external development partners