Renovation of a detention facility in Chester, Illinois. Completed plans call for the renovation of a detention facility.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project scope includes replacing two existing steam air handlers, immediate piping, ductwork, associated system equipment, adding two attic return fans for return in the winter and exhaust in the summer. Two exhaust fans are being added to ventilate the center cell core plumbing chase. Direct Digital Controls will be added to the new equipment. Removal of the existing abandoned water heater and relocation of steam condensate pump will be included. The electrical scope includes support of Heating and Ventilation items as well as support for the BAS scope of work. One large opening in the center of the exterior wall will be added for maintenance access. A set of security double doors will be added for the installation of mechanical equipment. Two large openings will be added in the exterior wall for outside air intake louvers. These louvers will be provided with security bars. Structural will be provided to facilitate the addition of the large openings. Asbestos abatement will be performed as needed to complete the project. The project is located within a maximum- security correctional center in a maximum-security cell house. Cell house has major security concerns with limited resources for escorted access. It is important that bidders see the site prior to bidding. The contractor shall complete all work through Substantial Completion in accord with the contract within 638 consecutive calendar days from the date of the Authorization to Proceed and shall complete all remaining work in accordance with the contract (Final Acceptance) within 60 consecutive calendar days from the date of Substantial Completion. CONTRACT(S) Construct project under single prime contract. All work shown on the bidding documents is the responsibility of the contractor, regardless of the trade or specialty involved. BID SECURITY: Bid security must be submitted with each bid equal to 10% of the base bid and must be in the form of a CDB bid bond, certified check, cashier's check or bank draft. Refer to Article 00 43 13 of the Standard Documents for Construction.