Renovation of an educational facility in Kailua, Hawaii. Completed plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

**As of April 14, 2023, project was awarded to AIR CONDITIONING ESSENTIAL SERVICES., and the awarded amount $155,522.50.** Kailua High School - Install Window Air Conditioning Units Furnish labor, materials and equipment necessary to install new window A/C units at Kailua High School, 451 Ulumanu Dr., Kailua, HI 96734 All work shall be per manufacturers specifications and recommendations, and shall be performed to industry standards. The Contractor shall comply with all current local, State, and National ordinances and applicable uniform building code including UBC and N.E.C.. Any additional work requested by school officials, discrepancies or unforeseen conditions, the Contractor shall contact and inform the Project Coordinator. Any project cost changes must be approved by the Project Coordinator. General Requirements The Contractor shall ensure adequate safety precautions to protect the surrounding structures, school personnel, and the public by providing temporary and maintaining high visibility barriers or signs for safety. Contractor shall protect work from any unforeseen inclement weather and is responsible for any subsequent damages related to the work. Any damage to existing wall, utilities and surrounding areas in close proximity of project during the installation shall be repaired by the Contractor to the satisfaction of school and at no cost to the State of Hawaii and the Department of Education. Rubbish and debris resulting from this project shall be removed daily to a legal disposal area outside from the school campus. Contractor shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and codes of the federal, state, and local governments to properly dispose of all construction debris (including air conditioning equipment). Smoking or use of tobacco products is prohibited anywhere on school property. In addition, all workers shall dress and conduct themselves properly at all times. HRS Chapter 104, Wages and Hours of Employees, applies to every public works construction project over $2,000, regardless of the method of procurement or financing (purchase order, voucher, bid, contract, lease arrangement, warranty). A certified copy of all payrolls shall be submitted weekly to the Project Coordinator. A performance bond is required for all projects $50,000 and above. Air Conditioning Units: 1. Before ordering equipment, provide specifications of A/C units to Project Coordinator for approval. 2. All units must have a 1-Year Equipment Warranty from Manufacturer or Supplier. 3. All units must be Energy Star-rated with a minimum CEER of 10.3. 4. All A/C units shall be installed with condensation drain lines. If the water will not affect the walkways, then it is not necessary. The drain lines do not need to be painted. The position of the drain lines will be up to the school and decided at the pre-bid meeting. 5. Any equipment and/or installation changes identified during the pre-bid meeting/walkthrough shall be verified and approved by the Project Coordinator. Changes will be posted as an Addendum to the Scope. 6. All AC units will be framed with painted 2 x 4. This is a DOE Facilities requirement. If not framed, changes identified shall be verified and approved by the Project Coordinator. Frame out is recommended using 1/2 " plywood and painted to match existing color. 7. All wood around the AC units will be painted (interior and exterior). Electrical: 1. Contractor shall provide all necessary components for a complete installation of all A/C units; including but not limited to conduits, wiring, outlets, etc. 2. Sub-panels shall be added if needed. If possible, new panel should contain all AC breakers. Panel location will be up to the school and decided at the pre-bid meeting 3. Electrical may be pulled from the 1st floor for the 2nd floor installation and vice versa and will be up to the school and decided at the pre-bid meeting. Patching 1. All penetrations through walls/windows shall be completely sealed. 2. All added and/or replaced lumber and/or plywood shall be patched and painted. Wood trim shall be used for gaps larger than 1/4 inch. 3. Any damages caused by the Contractors work shall be properly patched and painted to match surrounding areas. Windows/Louvres 1. Windows and louvres must be operational post-installation. If the windows cannot be opened after the AC is installed, then it does not have to be operational. This will be up to the school and decided at the pre-bid meeting.