Renovation of an educational facility in Chesapeake, Virginia. Completed plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

The work primarily consists of, but is not limited to, the removal of existing gas fired hot water heating boilers; installation of new gas fired hot water heating boilers; installation of controls for new boilers; and associated electrical work. All bids must be in strict compliance with provisions of the Boiler Replacement at Western Branch High School. See the enclosed advertisement for instructions to obtain Bidding Documents. Chesapeake Public Schools does not discriminate against faith-based organizations. If you are physically disabled, hearing or visually impaired and need assistance with the bidding process, please call Michele Zimbro at (757) 547-0265 for further assistance. It is intended by these plans and specifications to cover providing of all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary for and reasonably incidental to the completion of the BOILER REPLACEMENT - WESTERN BRANCH HIGH SCHOOL CHESAPEAKE, VIRGINIA as prepared by Hickman-Ambrose, Inc., 814G Greenbrier Circle, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320, and who will act as Engineers under the Contract Documents. The work primarily consists of, but is not limited to: 1. Removal of existing gas fired hot water heating boilers. 2. Installation of new gas fired hot water heating boilers. 3. Installation of controls for new boilers. 4. Associated electrical work. To ensure the work can be Substantially Completed by Friday, December 30, 2022, the equipment submittals shall be received within 10 calendar days of receipt of the Award letter. The submittals will be reviewed, and comments returned to the Contractor within five (5) calendar days to minimize negative impact on the construction schedule. Final Completion shall be achieved by Monday, January 30, 2023. Anyone interested in attending this opening will be welcome. It is requested that all attending be on time. BID WITHDRAWAL OR REJECTION: Chesapeake Public Schools reserves the right to cancel the bid opening or to reject any or all bids in whole or part when it is in the best interest of Chesapeake Public Schools. The right to waive any and all informalities and to determine responsibility of all bidders is reserved to Chesapeake Public Schools. The Owner reserves the right to negotiate any aspect of this bid with the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. No bid or any part thereof may be withdrawn or canceled or modified for 90 days after the bid opening with the exception that bids may be withdrawn after opening in accordance with the procedures for Withdrawal of Bids, Section 2.2-4330 of the Code of Virginia. BID SECURITY: A bidder's bond or certified check will be required in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the Base Bid. CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENT: Construction Documents will be available on the Chesapeake Public Schools' Purchasing website and portal on Monday, September 26, 2022. CONTRACTORS REGISTRATION: Bidders' attention is invited to the requirements of Chapter 11 of the Code of Virginia pertaining to registration. If at any time the guidelines for public gatherings are changed, the district will make the necessary adjustments to remain in compliance with Coronavirus safety guidelines. Although site visitation is non-mandatory, it is strongly recommended to all bidders. Any site visits other than the scheduled Pre-Bid Conference shall be coordinated through the Supervisor of School Plants, Robert Scott. If arrangements are not made with Robert Scott, access to the site will be denied. Liquidated damages in the amount of $1,000.00 per calendar day shall be assessed if project is not Substantially Completed by date indicated