Renovation of an educational facility in Storrs Mansfield, Connecticut. Completed plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

FO50061 / 200122-50327 The Von Der Mehden Recital Hall roof is over 25 years old and is at the end of its useful life. This project work will include removal of existing roof and a replacement with 90 mil EPDM roofing and insulation. The project also includes structural upgrades to existing decking to comply with applicable building codes regarding wind uplift. PROJECT SCHEDULE/DURATION: * The construction is planned to start: May 15, 2023 * Construction duration: 2 months LIQUIDATED DAMAGES: Liquidated Damages of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) per calendar day shall be assessed if the Contractor fails to achieve Substantial Completion or causes delay to the Substantial Completion of any portion of the work within the Contract Time. WAGE RATES: Prevailing Wages are required for this Project if the total cost of all work to be performed by Contractor and Subcontractors is $100,000.00 or more and subject to the provisions of Connecticut If awarded this contract, the Contractor on this Project shall be required to perform not less than ten percent (10%) of the completed dollar value of the work with its own forces. SET-ASIDE REQUIREMENTS: The "Set-Aside" Requirement for this Project is that (1) not less than thirty percent (30%) of the Total Contract Price be awarded to subcontractors who are certified by the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services as "Small Business Enterprises" ("SBEs") and (2) not less than ten percent (10%) of the Total Contract Price be awarded to subcontractors who are certified by the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services as "Minority Business Enterprises" ("MBEs") (the 10% set aside for MBEs may be included in the 30% set aside for SBEs). If the Contractor is an S/MBE, then any self-performed work may be included in the Set-Aside Requirement. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that they, and the S/MBEs they have selected, are eligible Connecticut-certified S/MBE contractors. The University of Connecticut is committed to increasing participation and enrollment of Small and Minority Businesses (S/MBE's) on our contracts. It is expected that those contracting with us will give thoughtful consideration to the approach they use in their selection of the eligible Connecticut-certified S/MBE's that they will utilize and maximizing work opportunities for S/MBE's. To ensure that you are exploring all possible opportunities for S/MBE participation, included below is a sample of specific possibilities for the breakout of the schedule of values. We appreciate your partnering with us to ensure that S/MBE's are given an opportunity to work, contribute, and grow their businesses on University projects. The University reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Bids within ninety (90) calendar days of the Bid opening, Should there be reasons why the contract cannot be awarded within this specified period, this time may be extended by mutual agreement between the University and the Bidder. The Work of Project is defined by the Contract Documents and consists of the following: 1. Project includes removal and replacement of the existing roof coverings, sheet metal components and drains at all roof levels on Von Der Mehden Hall. 2. Removal of all debris caused by this Contract. 3. Protection of the public, building, grounds from damage during this contract is the responsibility of the Contractor for this project at all times. 4. Repair or replace landscaping including trees, shrubs or other planting disturbed during the Work of the contract with new to match existing, unless otherwise noted. Regrade and reseed any grass area damaged as a result of the Work. Repair any walkways or paved areas damaged as a result of the Work.