MODIFICATION
Z -- Gym Floor Replacement
- Notice Date
- 1/7/2015
- Notice Type
- Modification/Amendment
- NAICS
- 238330
— Flooring Contractors
- Contracting Office
- Department of Labor, Employment Training Administration, Westover Job Corps Center, 103 Johnson Drive, Chicopee, Massachusetts, 01022
- ZIP Code
- 01022
- Solicitation Number
- 12102014
- Point of Contact
- Christine Amo, Phone: 4135934015, CATHY RUSHFORD, Phone: 4135934015
- E-Mail Address
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amo.christine@jobcorps.org, rushford.cathy@jobcorps.org
(amo.christine@jobcorps.org, rushford.cathy@jobcorps.org)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- This is a subcontracting opportunity with Alutiiq Education and training. Removal and replacement of the existing gymnasium floor located at the Westover Job Corps Center totaling approximately 9,300 square feet. A pre-bid walk-through is scheduled for Jan 11, 2014. REVISED DATE: MONDAY, JANUARY 12, AT 9:30 AM. Contractors or a representative must attend the pre-bid walk-through in order to be considered to bid on this project. Bids must be delivered to the Purchasing Coordinator's Office by End of Business (5PM) on Friday January 30, 2015 in order to be considered. Please Contact: Christine Amo, Purchasing Coordinator (413-593-4015 CONSTRUCTION SCOPE OF WORK FOR GYM FLOOR REPLACEMENT AT THE WESTOVER JOB CORPS CENTER CHICOPEE, MASSACHUSETTS   Each firm shall submit a sealed proposal based upon Part V, Extent of Work. Proposals shall be submitted for the work as a basis for the contract. Each firm shall include in their proposal an Option price for the application of a moisture vapor control system to the existing concrete slab if moisture and alkalinity test results exceed the manufacturer's specified tolerances. The Option price for moisture mitigation shall remain effective for a period of two (2) weeks from the date the moisture and alkalinity test results are provided to the center. The contractor must include with his/her proposal, certification that he/she will conform to the latest Davis-Bacon Wage Rate decisions for the area. A minimum 60-day proposal guarantee is required. This project is not sales/use tax-exempt. The contractor shall provide a list of similar projects completed by its firm within the last five years and a list of references, including owners' names, addresses and telephone numbers. The contractor shall provide product data and catalog cut sheets for the athletic flooring systems proposed. The contractor shall provide a 10% bid bond with his bid (or certified check equal to 10% of his bid) and will be expected to provide a 100% payment and performance bond if awarded the contract. The bond shall be provided using AIA standard forms, provided by an A+, rated by AM Best, bonding company in the State of Massachusetts. Prior to starting any work, the contractor shall show proof of required insurance, in amounts to cover risk or as required by statute, including: CODES The contractor shall research, and be responsible for obtaining, all regulatory, permitting, and licensing requirements. All conflicts and requests for interpretation or clarification shall be submitted to the Westover Job Corps Center Director. The contractor shall conform to all applicable construction codes, ordinances, and regulations including the national building code used in the local area, laws and local ordinances. All work shall conform to the current regulations of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The regulations of the State of Massachusetts shall prevail, if they are more stringent than those of the Federal Government. Deviations and interpretations shall be subject to the approval of the Westover Job Corps Center Director and the Department of Labor. The contractor shall not submit plans or specifications to any local authority without the prior approval of the Westover Job Corps Center Director or designated representative.   SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS Prior to submitting a proposal, it is highly recommended that the prospective proposers visit the site and become thoroughly familiar with all pertinent conditions that are included in this Scope of Work. The prospective proposers must take such steps as may be necessary to ascertain the nature and condition of the work, and the general and local conditions which can affect the work or cost thereof. Failure to do so shall not relieve proposers from the responsibility for estimating properly the difficulty or cost of successfully performing the work. Arrangements must be made with the center prior to inspecting the site. A pre-proposal walk-through will be conducted at the project site with all interested contractors prior to the proposal due date. At that time, questions related to the areas of work can be presented and discussed with the center. Other opportunities may be available for contractors to visit the site by making arrangements with the center at least 24 hours in advance. The contact person at the center is Cathy Rushford, Finance and Administration Director, 413-593-4002 <img style="position: static !important; margin: 0px; width: 16px; bottom: 0px; display: inline; white-space: nowrap; float: none; height: 16px; vertical-align: middle; overflow: hidden; top: 0px; cursor: hand; right: 0px; left: 0px;" title="Call: 413-593-4002" src="data:image/png;base64,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" alt="" />. Any proposed interruption to center operations during construction must have prior approval from the Center Director after a minimum of 72 hour notice. The center and its Buildings shall remain in operation throughout construction. All construction activity and contractor access to the building interiors shall be coordinated with the center in order to minimize disruption of center operations. No work will be performed on weekends unless the contractor receives prior approval in writing from the Center Director. Although this Scope of Work identifies specific elements of construction, it is the contractor's responsibility to provide any and all elements which are incidental to the functioning of the work to be provided. It is not intended that other deficiencies that are not related to the work identified in Section V of this Scope be corrected. The contractor shall limit its efforts only to the work that has been identified (including affected areas) in this Scope of Work. A floor plan of the existing gymnasium area involved is provided in Section VI. The contractor is required to familiarize himself with the existing conditions affecting the work through site verification. The contractor will be responsible for verification of all dimensions, layout, and conditions in and around the construction area involved. The contractor shall inform the center immediately of any unforeseen conditions which may affect the work. A floor plan showing the affected area is included in this document. A pre-construction meeting shall be held at the center after execution of the agreement and prior to commencement of the work. Those in attendance shall include the Center Director or designated representative, the contractor and major sub-contractors. The meeting agenda shall include significant items which could affect the progress, construction schedule, critical sequencing, use of premises, and policies governing interaction with center staff and students. For work scheduling, the contractor shall provide a sequenced construction schedule to the center for approval no later than 10 days after he receives a Notice to Proceed (NTP) indicating the areas he desires and the periods of time he requires them vacant in order to perform his work. The sequenced construction schedule shall be network logic type generated using MS Project, or equivalent, scheduling software. All materials, finishes and hardware shall be selected for their ease of maintenance, high durability, and local availability; and shall be coordinated with those currently used by the center. Restoration of damaged elements or surfaces shall be promptly executed in like materials, as a part of this contract. The contractor shall be responsible for all cutting and patching incidental to the work described herein. The contractor shall promptly repair/replace any damage to structures, elements, utilities, finishes, etc., occurring due to construction, as a part of this contract. The contractor shall maintain a clean and safe work area throughout the period of construction. The contractor shall, at the end of each work day, remove all demolition debris and hazardous and potentially dangerous materials used in the work. The contractor shall collect construction material and debris frequently and dispose of debris and refuse away from the center in a lawful manner. The contractor shall clean the exterior public areas impacted by construction dust, dirt and debris on a daily basis. The contractor shall be responsible for all fees, permits, etc., required for waste disposal. The contractor shall ensure the security of operations and storage areas to preclude all breaches of security including, but not limited to vandalism and/or theft that can impact the timely and successful completion of the work. While existing center operations will be continuing during the course of the project, the contractor shall not rely on any aspect of center security to guard aspects of his operations. At no time during this construction duration, up to and including the acceptance of the substantial completion walk-through, will the Department of Labor accept requests for additional security measures. The Department of Labor shall not be held to have incurred any liability for loss of, and/or damage to, materials, tools, and equipment of the contractor by contract or otherwise. The Department of Labor shall not in any way be liable or responsible for damage or loss to work due to trespass or theft. The contractor shall be responsible for receiving, storing, and securing of all materials, equipment and other items to be used in accomplishing the work. The contractor shall be responsible for all equipment and materials brought onto the center and shall replace damaged or stolen items at its expense. The contractor and all persons employed under the contract: Shall observe all security regulations in effect at the center; Shall not be permitted to use the food service facilities at the center; Shall not fraternize with the students or staff of the center; Shall not consume or transport any alcoholic beverages or drugs on the center; Shall not transport any firearms on the center; Shall not use the center's dumpsters Persons violating the above shall be dealt with in an appropriate manner. The contractor shall be required to be licensed by the appropriate authority in the State of Massachusetts to conduct the required contractual work. The contractor will coordinate with the center for locations of staging areas, and vehicle parking. Electricity will be made available by the center. Connections to existing power shall be by the contractor. Following completion, the contractor shall return the site conditions to their original state.   Submittal Requirements This project will require the following submittals: The contractor shall provide the following submittal for review and approval by the Westover Job Corps Center: Sports Flooring: Product Data and Catalog Cut Sheets, Installation Instructions, Cleaning Instructions, Warranty Waterproofing System: Product Data and Catalog Cut Sheets, Installation Instructions, Warranty Product data and catalog cut sheets shall be annotated to identify all features of the product proposed. SPECIAL CONDITIONS Acceptance of "As Is" conditions Prior to performing any work at or on an existing center element, the contractor shall tour that element with the designated representative of the center for the purpose of defining the limits of his work area and establishing existing conditions. Once the center and contractor agree on the "As Is" condition the contractor may take possession of that element for the purpose of performing the work. He shall protect all existing items within the work limits which are not specifically part of the work in the Contract and, at the completion of his work shall restore as necessary the work area to the "As Is" condition agreed to with the center prior to commencement of the work. If there is concern that the work area contains damaged elements that might appear as damage caused by the prosecution of the work, the contractor shall document the damage through memo or video tape the work area and provide a copy to the center prior to commencing any work. The center may make its own video of conditions, if desired. Contractors' possession of the work Once the contractor accepts the work area(s) and the "As Is" conditions (item 1 above), he is responsible for protecting and insuring everything within the work area against damage and harm. Only when the center executes a substantial completion certificate for the work completed in a specific work area will the contractor be relieved of responsibility for the protection of that work area. SCHEDULE AND DELAYS The contractor shall, upon acceptance of his proposal by the center, perform the work in accordance with the Scope of Work, and start work within 14 calendar days, including shop drawing approval and delivery time, of issue of Notice to Proceed (NTP) by the center. All work, including punch list items, shall be completed within 60 calendar days after written NTP. The contractor shall immediately notify the center of any expected delays in the acquisition of materials which may delay the completion of the project. Should this impact the approved construction sequence schedule (item II.B.7 above) the contractor shall adjust the schedule and resubmit it for center approval. No extensions in time will be granted unless the modified schedule is approved by the center. GENERAL The intent of this Scope of Work is to provide construction services for the removal and replacement of the existing gymnasium floor located at the Westover Job Corps Center totaling approximately 9,300 square feet. A more detailed description of the work may be found in Part V - "EXTENT OF WORK"   CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS Proposal REQUIREMENTS Bodily Injury Liability - $250,000 each person; $500,000 each occurrence The above will include coverage for owned, non-owned, and hired vehicles Property Damage Liability - $250,000 each accident; $250,000 aggregate Workers Compensation and Employer's Liability - Amounts in coverage as required by the State compensation laws or union agreements. Employer's liability at least $100,000 each accident and that amount shall remain in effect for a minimum of one year from the time of substantial completion, but in no event less than the time required to complete all warranty work. Builder's Risk, including Fire and Extended Coverage - 100% of the value of the contract All firms submitting proposals for this project shall have no less than five consecutive years of relevant experience. GENERAL Quality Requirements Testing and Inspection The contractor is responsible for all inspection and testing. The contractor will submit the names of all testing services to the Westover Job Corps Center for approval prior to any testing. All inspections and testing must be performed by an independent, third party individual, firm or testing agency. The individual, firm or testing company shall be appropriately registered in the State of Massachusetts. The contractor shall engage only those inspection and testing service agencies, including independent testing laboratories, that are prequalified as complying with the American Council of Independent Laboratories "Recommended Requirements for Independent Laboratory Qualification" and that specialize in the types of inspections and tests to be performed. All tests and inspections shall be documented by certified written reports and test results. The independent, third party individual, firm or testing agency shall distribute copies of all testing and inspection reports to the Westover Job Corps Center, and the contractor. The contractor shall make additional copies as required and distribute to all affected subcontractors and material suppliers. Temporary Facilities and Controls Temporary Utility Installation General It is not anticipated that the utility needs for the project will be significant enough to require temporary utility or meter installation. Sewers and Drainage The contractor shall provide temporary toilets and drinking water fixtures. The number of temporary toilets and drinking water fixtures shall comply with regulations and health codes for the type, number, location, operation, and maintenance of fixtures and facilities. Water Service Use of the Westover Job Corps existing water service facilities will be permitted, as long as it maintained in an acceptable condition. Electrical Power Service The use of the Department of Labor's existing electrical service will be permitted as long the facilities are maintained in an acceptable condition, and that sufficient capacity in the system is available. Adherence to Scope of Work Although this scope of work identifies specific elements of construction, it is the contractor's responsibility to provide any and all elements which are incidental to the functioning of the work to be provided. It is not intended for other deficiencies, not related to the work identified in Section V of this scope, to be corrected. The contractor shall limit its efforts only to the work identified in this scope of work. Incidental Cutting and Patching The contractor shall be responsible for all cutting and patching incidental to the work described herein. The contractor shall be responsible for identifying the location of existing utilities and for avoiding damage to same in the completion of this work. The contractor shall promptly repair/replace any damage to structures, elements, utilities, finishes, etc., occurring due to construction, the cost of which shall be borne by the contractor. Coordination of Work Existing Utility Interruptions Notify the Center Director, or delegated representative, not less than four (4) days in advance of proposed utility interruptions Do not proceed with utility interruptions without Center Director, or delegated representatives, written permission. The contractor shall not interrupt any utilities serving the facilities occupied by the Westover Job Corps Center unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services to maintain facility function:   PROGRAMMATIC REQUIREMENTS The gymnasium will be striped for volleyball and high school basketball. Sleeves will be provided for volleyball nets with covers as specified. ARCHITECTURAL SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION Substantial completion of the work is defined herein as the point at which the work is complete in all respects except for a few minor items which are to be listed on the contractor's punch list. With the issuance of a substantial completion certificate executed by the center and the contractor, the center will occupy/take possession of the work. Prior to the issuance of an executed substantial completion certificate the contractor shall have had all tests completed, witnessed and approved by the center's authorized representative. The provision of all required training, operating and maintenance manuals, and other such requirements specified in this Scope of Work shall be a prerequisite to the contractor's notification requesting a substantial completion walk-through. The contractor shall notify the center in writing at least seven calendar days prior to the estimated date of substantial completion and request a substantial completion walk-through. The letter shall include a dated punch list as developed by the contractor. The purpose of the walk-through is to review the contractor's list for accuracy and to identify any additional items needing completion prior to final acceptance. The contractor, shall, upon receipt of a substantial completion punch list, correct his work as required within 7 calendar days or until acceptable to the center. The substantial completion walk-through shall be performed by the Center Director and/or the designated representative. The date of the center's acknowledgment of substantial completion shall establish the date of commencement of the contractor's one (1) year guarantee of workmanship and the manufacturer's product warranties. Manufacturer's warranty shall include the following information: Center Name Date of Substantial Completion (warranty commencement date) Date Warranty Expires Description of Warranty Services FINAL INSPECTION The contractor shall inform the center in writing at least three days prior to the estimated date of the completion of the work and request a final acceptance inspection. The contractor shall guarantee all workmanship done under this Scope of Work for a period of one year. Prior to final payment, the contractor shall deliver to the center, consent of surety of final payment and release of liens by all subcontractors and material suppliers associated with this project. ACCEPTANCE OF WORK EXTENT OF WORK Demolition Remove and dispose of the existing gymnasium flooring system in the court area down to the concrete slab, totaling approximately 9,300 s.f. Remove and re-install the existing bleacher units as required to facilitate the removal of the existing gymnasium flooring and installation of new flooring system. The existing flooring system is as shown in the picture below:   Upon completion of the removal of the old floor, clean the existing concrete slab of all paint, dust, grease, oil, solvents, old adhesives and any other substances. The contractor shall test the floor in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements and confirm its suitability for accepting the flooring. If, based upon the test result, a moisture vapor control system is required by the flooring manufacturer the following products shall be installed: Moisture Vapor Control System Manufacturer/System Koster VAP 1 2000 Or approved equal Upon adequate surface preparation and cleaning of the existing concrete slab, apply the moisture vapor control system to the slab in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Preparation shall include, but not be limited to, grinding the perimeter of the slab and areas inaccessible to shot blasting and shot blasting floors. Acid etching is not permitted. Athletic Flooring Work Included: Rubber sports flooring Painting
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- Address: Westover Job Corps Center, Building #5507, 103 Johnson Road, Chicopee, Massachusetts, 01022, United States
- Zip Code: 01022
- Zip Code: 01022
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