Renovation of an educational facility in Rockville, Maryland. Completed plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

The work includes replacement of generators and electrical equipment at various location as specified herein, attached drawings and specifications. The installation includes, but is not limited to, the generator system(s), controls, conduits, gas meters split, upgrade and line connection, general construction type work to include general site restoration, provide and install all emergency lighting circuits, removing and disposing of existing emergency lighting (battery packs), removing and disposing of existing generator and all associated wiring, controls and piping as required, etc. when the project is finished, it shall be complete and coordinated whole, and ready for satisfactory service at the following locations: The generator system at the schools shall be operational on or before August 14, 2024, and be 100% completed, including but not limited to, all inspections, punch out tasks and total acceptance by MCPS by August 21, 2024. It is anticipated that work on site can begin after the school year ends on June 14, 2023, and upon securing approval from the MCPS Project Coordinator. Late charges will be deducted for failure to meet any target dates without a written MCPS approved extension. (See "Late Charges for Failure to Complete on Time" under Contract Administration.) Some preparatory work will be allowed, such as staging material, etc., in advance of June 10, 2023, upon approval by the MCPS Project Coordinator. A comprehensive work schedule will be developed with the successful Contractor to satisfy the identified completion date. A purchase order issued and signed by the director of the Division of Procurement will be the Contractor's authorization to proceed. All work is to be totally completed on or before the stated completion date identified. This includes, but is not limited to, final inspections by MCPS staff, all cleaning tasks, punch-out work, etc Inquiries regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to Stephanie Dorah, Buyer II, Montgomery County Public Schools, 45 West Gude Drive, Suite 3100, Rockville, Maryland 20850, fax number 301-279-3173 or email to Stephanie_J_Dorah@mcpsmd.org and Procurement@mcpsmd.org . Bids in excess of $100,000.00 shall be accompanied by a Bid Security in the form of Bid Bonds (A.I.A. Document A310), in the amount of 10% of the bid, naming Montgomery County Board of Education as Obligee. A certified check in the amount of 10% of the bid will be accepted in lieu of the Bid Bond. Where certified check is furnished, the Contractor shall attach the following statement from a Maryland licensed bonding company signed by an authorized representative of the bonding company The bidder shall carefully review the site location drawings and specifications before submitting their bid. Should any errors, discrepancies, or omissions be found in these specifications and/or drawings or any discrepancies found between the drawings and the physical conditions at the site, the Contractor shall notify MCPS in writing immediately. When the bid has been submitted and received, it shall be understood that the work site has been inspected and the bidder is aware of the needs and conditions under which the work is to be accomplished including, but not limited to, all work and equipment required to satisfy any and all laws, codes, regulations, etc., that are applicable. The bidder shall submit a written report to Stephanie Dorah, Buyer II, Stephanie_J_Dorah@mcpsmd.org upon identifying any condition which might prevent installation of the equipment or performance of the work in the manner intended no later than four working days prior to the bid opening. Failure to do so will not relieve the successful bidder of the obligation to furnish all materials and labor necessary to fully carry out the provisions of the contract documents Inquiries regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to Stephanie Dorah, Buyer II, Montgomery County Public Schools, 45 West Gude Drive, Suite 3100, Rockville, Maryland 20850, fax number 301-279-3173 or email to Stephanie_J_Dorah@mcpsmd.org and Procurement@mcpsmd.org . Questions must be received no later than four business days prior to bid opening in order for the bidder to receive a reply prior to submitting its bid. SCOPE The work includes replacement of generators and electrical equipment at various location as specified herein, attached drawings and specifications. The installation includes, but is not limited to, the generator system(s), controls, conduits, gas meters split, upgrade and line connection, general construction type work to include generalsite restoration, provide and install all emergency lighting circuits, removing and disposing of existing emergency lighting (battery packs), removing and disposing of existing generator and all associated wiring, controls and piping as required, etc. when the project is finished, it shall be complete and coordinated whole, and ready for satisfactory service at the following locations: Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School, 14516 Nadine Drive, Rockville, MD 20853 Tel: 240-740-3260 B. INTENT 1. It is the intention of these specifications to secure all inclusive prices, to fully cover all required equipment, services, materials and labor for the new emergency electric generating systems installation and new emergency lighting circuits and other circuits as identified herein. Successful contractor will be required to submit the Asbestos Free Verification form as applicable and required herein. See General Conditions Section K and APPENDIX G. 2. Bid prices offered shall be all-inclusive including, but not limited to, labor, equipment and miscellaneous materials to satisfy all specification requirements. All costs shall be included in the bid prices submitted. All design task and installation work shall be performed in accordance with the latest applicable laws, codes and regulations of the various regulatory bodies of the Federal Government, State of Maryland, and all other boards or departments having jurisdiction such as, but not limited to, the National Electrical Codes, etc. These laws, regulations and standards shall further be considered a part of these specifications and conditions. The Contractor shall furnish and install any additional items required by the same, whether or not particularly shown or specified