Renovation of an educational facility in Hamburg, New Jersey. Completed plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

The scope of this project includes, but is not limited to, the removal of the existing fire alarm system in its entirety, inclusive of horn and strobes, manual pull stations, heat detectors, smoke detectors, annunciator panel, wiring, etc. Bids that propose modifications to the requirements shall result in rejection of the bid as being non-responsive. All bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq., Affirmative Action Against Discrimination (N.J.A.C. 17:27-1 et seq.). An Initial Project Workforce Report will be required from the successful Contractor. (Form AA-201). Statement of Ownership Requirement: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2, Bidders shall submit a statement setting forth the names and addresses of all persons and entities that own ten percent or more of its stock or interest of any type at all levels of ownership. Bidders and all subcontractors are required to comply with the Public Works Contractor Registration Act, (N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq.) and to possess current certification from the Division of Wage and Hour Compliance in the Department of Labor and Workforce Development at the time the bid is submitted. Bidders and all subcontractors for whom DPMC prequalification is required are also required to submit a Business Registration Certificate issued by the Division of Revenue in the New Jersey Department of Treasury prior to contract award. All Bidders are required to submit with the bid, an affidavit by the Bidder that the Bidder is not, at the time of the bid, included on the New Jersey State Treasurers List or the Federal Government List of Debarred, Suspended or Disqualified Firms or Individuals pursuant to NJSA 52:32-44.1, N.J.A.C. 17:19-4 and N.J.A.C. 19:38A-4. Then, prior to contract award, the successful Bidder will be required to submit separate certification that all entities having controlling interest are not on the federal list of debarred contractors. All Bidders are required to complete and submit, prior to contract award, a Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran Form in accordance with N.J.S.A 52:32-58 and N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-49.4. Bids must be accompanied by bid security in the form of (1) a bid bond or certified or cashiers check payable to Wallkill Valley Regional HS Board of Education equal to 10% of the amount of the bid, but in no case to exceed $20,000.00 per N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-24, and (2) Certificate of Consent of Surety per N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-25. The successful bidder will be required to furnish additional bonds as specified in Document 00 21 13, Instructions to Bidders. The Wallkill Valley Regional HS Board of Education reserves the right to reject all bids, to waive minor immaterial defects in any bid, or to award a lump sum contract, in accordance with applicable laws, including the requirements of the Public School Contracts Law at N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-1 et seq. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the opening date. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder as defined in N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-2(t) and N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-18 (c), as applicable. The fire alarm system and all associated components will be replaced in a code compliant manner. Bids will be considered in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-1 et.seq. and N.J.S.A. 18A:7G-1 et.seq. Bids will be received from a Bidder for one price for the entire project, all trades, all inclusive. Bidders must be pre-qualified by the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Property Management and Construction (DPMC) in one of the following categories, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-27.1, et.seq.: (C047) ELECTRICAL (C049) FIRE ALARM / SIGNAL SYSTEMS Bidders Classified by the DPMC as C049 shall also either be prequalified for, or include documentation for prequalified subcontractors for, the following classifications: (C047) ELECTRICAL Bidders and subcontractors for each of the major branches of work specified in N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-18 must be prequalified by the DPMC. Bidders shall submit a Certificate of Prequalification/Classification from the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Property Management and Construction (DPMC) and Affidavit as to the Total Amount of Uncompleted Contracts for the Bidder and for all subcontractors for whom DPMC prequalification is required. No modifications to the enclosed Instructions to Bidders, General Conditions, Supplemental Conditions or Specifications will be permitted prior to bid acceptance except as may be allowed by addenda as outlined in the Specifications. Bids, utilizing the bid forms as prepared by the Architect, may be submitted in person, by mail or delivery service prior to that time. Any bid submitted by mail or delivery service is done so at the sole risk of the Bidder. It is expressly understood that the Bidder is responsible for getting the bid proposals to the Business Administrator prior to the time and date set for the bid opening. In order to be considered, bids must be sealed and outer envelope clearly marked Fire Alarm Replacement at Wallkill Valley Regional High School PSA Commission Number 8556FA REBID If any restrictions on the format of the Bid Opening are in place due to governmental orders or guidelines regarding the ongoing health emergency, information about the format and possible restriction of attendance will be posted on the district electronically. Contractors shall abide by any and all Executive Order(s) pertaining to safety precautions required as a result of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Pursuant to NJSA 18A:18A-21( c)(2), Addenda shall be provided no later than seven days, Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays excepted, prior to the date for acceptance of bids, to any person who has submitted a bid or who has received a bid package, by one of the listed means in the law, and additionally as posted to the FTP site containing the bid documents. Questions will be considered only up until the inquiry deadline stated in the Instructions to Bidders. Bidders must email their request at least twenty-four (24) hours or one (1) business day in advance to gain access to bid documents as a registered plan holder. Project information is also available electronically. Time: Progress Schedule, specific durations: The Schedule below contains durations and / or milestone dates that should be adhered to unless modified in writing by mutual agreement between the Contractor, the Owner, and Architect. 1. Mobilization: Starts at Notice to Proceed 2. Commence Construction: Monday, June 26, 2023 3. Substantial Completion: Friday, August 25, 2023 4. Punch List / Closeout Completion: 30 Days after Substantial Completion The scope of this project includes, but is not limited to, the removal of the existing fire alarm system in its entirety, inclusive of horn & strobes, manual pull stations, heat detectors, smoke detectors, annunciator panel, wiring, etc. The fire alarm system and all associated components will be replaced in a code compliant manner. Requirements: 1. The Work is arranged under a single prime contract. 2. Perform Work of Contract under the fixed cost contract with Owner in accordance with Conditions of Contract. 3. Within existing building areas, the removal or disturbance of existing materials may encounter conditions where asbestos fibers and/or lead paint could be present. Removal of all asbestos containing material and lead paint is to be accomplished by the Owner unless specifically noted as part of the Work. The Contractor shall allow time in their schedule for the District's contractor to remove the hazardous material. The Contractor awarded this contract will be responsible for coordinating the hazardous removal activity with the District's removal contractor. The District will be responsible for all compensation to the removal contractor NQUIRIES AND ADDENDA A. Bidders shall direct questions in writing to Lionel Camacho at the office of Parette Somjen Architects L.L.C. by mail, by facsimile at 973.586.2401, or by email at lcamacho@planetpsa.com B. Verbal answers are not binding on any party. C. Questions must be received by the Architect not later than three (3) business days prior to the deadline for last issuance of addenda. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-21c(2), any replies or other revisions will be made only by written Addendum, but be issued no later than seven (7) days (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays excepted) before date set for receipt of Bids. D. Any prospective Bidder who wishes to challenge a bid specification shall file such challenge in writing with the School Business Administrator no less than three (3) business days prior to the bid opening. Challenges filed after that time shall be void and shall have no impact whatsoever on the Board of Education or the award of a contract. E. Addenda may be issued during bidding period. Addenda will be provided to persons who are registered with the Architect as plan holders and pursuant to N.J.S.A.18A:18A-21( c) (2), will be sent or delivered to the address or telephone facsimile number furnished to the Architect by the Bidder or person who received a bid package. Addenda become part of the Contract Documents. Include resultant costs of Addenda, if any, in the Bid Price and acknowledge receipt of addenda on the Bid Form.