TRANSMITTAL LETTER FOR BOARD MEETING OF JANUARY 6, 2022
COMMITTEE ON PROCUREMENT
Mr. Brian A. Perkovich, Executive Director
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Authority to advertise Contract 17-135-3V Roof Replacement of the Lue-Hing M&R Complex and miscellaneous renovations within the M&R Complex interior, Stickney Water Reclamation Plant, estimated cost between $8,075,000.00 and $9,775,000.00, Account 401-50000-645780, Requisition 1572767
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Dear Sir:
Contract documents and specifications have been prepared for Contract 17-135-3V Roof Replacement of the Lue-Hing M&R Complex and miscellaneous renovations within the M&R Complex interior, Stickney Water Reclamation Plant (SWRP).
The purpose of this project is to replace roof Areas 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 of the M&R Laboratory at SWRP. The scope of work includes removal and replacement of the existing roofing in the specified areas, removal and replacement of obsolete roof top equipment, and miscellaneous renovations within the M&R Complex interior.
The project consists of the following work in the M&R Laboratory:
1. Removal and replacement of roofing in multiple areas.
2. Renovation of an enclosed outdoor courtyard.
3. Removal and replacement of concrete pavement, curb and gutter near the greenhouse.
4. Provide an ADA compliant access ramp near the southeast entrance to the M&R Complex and install new concrete sidewalk near the entrance adjacent to Austin Boulevard and “A” Street.
5. Remodeling and conversion of Room LC215 into a temporary Trace Metals Laboratory.
6. Renovation and conversion of Rooms IW209, IW210, IW211 and IW212 into a Trace Metals Laboratory Room and Trace Metals Storage Room.
7. Renovation of two locker rooms and remodeling to provide a nursing room at the lower level.
8. Repainting and replacement of existing interior finishes, including carpet, base and ceiling tile.
9. Repair and/or replacement of doors, door hardware, door frames and locks.
10. Removal and replacement of flooring in the lower-level Cafeteria Service and Kitchen.
11. Replacement of ductwork in the Trace Metals Laboratory and Rooms IW107 and LE104.
12. Removal and replacement of laboratory, process, drain and domestic water piping serving the Trace Metals Laboratory, Bathrooms, Office areas, Storage areas and courtyard.
13. Removal and reinstallation of mechanical roof top equipment, installation of new exhaust fans and condensing units for Environmental Rooms EU-E, EU-F and EU-G.
14. New Uninterrupted Power Supply panelboard, exit signs, and duct detectors for new mechanical air handling units. Extend electrical service to accommodate increased roof thickness.
15. Reroute power and communication trailer feeds, new safety disconnect switches and junction boxes, conduit and cable to provide power and LED lighting system with controls.
16. Provide new photocells and Lightning Protection System on the roof.
17. Expansion of existing Building Control System.
18. Other work as specified in the specifications and as shown on the drawings, including all incidental work.
It is estimated that 85 jobs will be created or saved as a result of award of this contract with an estimated 27,332 man-hours of skilled trades utilized.
The estimated cost for this contract is between $8,075,000.00 and $9,775,000.00. The cost range will be stated in the advertisement for bids.
The bid deposit for this contract is $391,000.00.
The contract specifications require that all work commence 30 calendar days after approval of the contractor’s bond and shall be completed within 730 calendar days after approval of the contractor’s bond. Liquidated damages are $1,000.00 for each calendar day that the contractor is in default of the time specified for failing to achieve substantial work completion and $200.00 for each calendar day that the contractor is in default of the time specified for completion of the entire work.
The Multi-Project Labor Agreement will be included in this contract.
The Affirmative Action Ordinance, Revised Appendix D will be included in this contract. The type of work to be performed under the contract is within the “Construction Services-GC” category for establishing Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBE), Women-owned Business Enterprises (WBE), Small Business Enterprises (SBE) and Veteran-owned Business Enterprises (VBE) utilization goals. The MBE, WBE, SBE and VBE utilization goals for this contract are: 20 percent MBE, 10 percent WBE, 10 percent SBE, and 3 percent VBE.
The tentative schedule for this contract is as follows:
Advertise March 16, 2022
Bid Opening April 19, 2022
Award July 14, 2022
Completion July 26, 2024
Funds are available in Account 401-50000-645780.
In view of the foregoing, it is recommended that the Director of Procurement and Materials Management be authorized to advertise Contract 17-135-3V.
Requested, Catherine A. O’Connor, Director of Engineering, GMR:GRR
Recommended, Darlene A. LoCascio, Director of Procurement and Materials Management
Respectfully Submitted, Barbara J. McGowan, Chairman Committee on Procurement
Disposition of this agenda item will be documented in the official Regular Board Meeting Minutes of the Board of Commissioners for January 6, 2022
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