Renovation of a municipal facility in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Completed plans call for the renovation of a municipal facility.

All proposals and contracts are subject to all applicable state and federal laws and to a financial assistance contract between the South Central Transit Authority, the County of Lancaster, the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Contractors and subcontractors will be required to comply with all applicable Buy America, Non-Discrimination, Non-Collusion, Lobbying, Debarment and Contractor Integrity laws and regulations. All proposers will be required to certify they are not on the Comptroller General's list of ineligible contractors. SCTA solicits and encourages disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) participation. DBE's shall be afforded full consideration of their response and will not be subject to discrimination. SCTA reserves the right to postpone, to accept or reject any and all proposals, in whole or in part, or to waive any and all informalities or technicalities, as it deems in its best interest. No proposals may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for the opening of proposals. For information, contact Kevin Hessler, Assistant Director of Capital Projects & Planning at (610) 406-4507 or khessler@sctapa.com . SCOPE OF WORK PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. All components shall be fully tested and documented to operate as a complete system. B. Manufacturer's Representative: The manufacturer authorized representative shall be factory trained and certified personnel providing service, startup, and quality control field labor for the project from their local office. 1. Installation: Provide a qualified manufacturer's representative at site to supervise work related to equipment installation, check out and start up. 2. C. Training: Provide technical representative to train Owner's maintenance personnel in operation and maintenance of specified equipment. Supplier Qualifications: 1. 2. D. The supplier shall have been regularly engaged in the design and supply of the type of equipment specified herein, for a period of not less than five (5) years. All proposers shall submit the following with their proposal package: a. b. c. d. e. f. A complete list of like equipment installed by the proposer. The list shall include all such installations made by the proposer in the last five (5) years, including the duration of service and application. A list of the last five (5) installations shall suffice. Provide the name of a contact person at each location that is familiar with the operation and maintenance of the equipment. Documentation of the equipment and all electrical controls that shall be designed and supplied by one supplier. All similar items shall be the products of one manufacturer. Include local vendor contact information for service and warranty. Vendor shall have had (5) five years previous experience installing or servicing equipment. Include a sample copy of a typical Operations Manual of similar equipment package as is specified herein. The manual to be prepared according to these specifications requirements. Include other pertinent information, which details the equipment ratings, performance and applicability of the supplier's proposed equipment. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: It is the responsibility of the contractor to follow proper procedures for the completion of the installation. 1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS A. B. 1.3 Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating characteristics, electrical requirements, wiring diagrams, and provided accessories. 1. 2. Provide installation drawings showing all applicable interconnecting utility requirements. Restrict submitted material to pertinent data. For instance, do not include manufacturer's complete catalog when pertinent information is contained on a single page. Cut sheets showing configuration of all the major equipment shall be required. CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS A. 1.4 Operation and Maintenance Manual: 1. Provide a Complete parts list, operating instructions, and maintenance manual covering equipment at time of installation including, but not limited to: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. Description of system and components. Schematic diagrams of applicable interconnecting utilities. Identify manufacturer and provide model number. Manufacturer's printed operating instructions. Printed listing of periodic preventive maintenance items and recommended frequency required to validate warranties. Failure to provide maintenance information will indicate that preventive maintenance is not a condition for validation of warranties. List of original manufacturer's parts, including suppliers' part numbers and cuts, recommended spare parts stockage quantity and local parts and service source. Include vendor contact information for service and warranty. Include all start-up and testing reports. MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS A. 1.5 Preventative Maintenance Plan: 1. WARRANTY 1. 2. Recommended service visits for 5 years by installer or authorized local representative. Warranty work specified herein, for a period of TWO (2) years beginning upon substantial completion of the project, against defects in materials, workmanship, and performance. Warranty shall include materials and labor necessary to correct defects, which shall include, but not be limited to the following: a. Operation: Noisy, rough or substandard operation. b. Parts: Loose, damaged, and missing parts. c. 3. Finish: Abnormal deterioration. Any units or parts which prove defective during the warranty period will be replaced with OEM parts and transportation prepaid. 4. All parts shall be readily available locally in the U.S.A. 1.6 LABELING A. Nameplate: Manufacturer shall securely attach in a prominent location on each major item of equipment a non-corrosive nameplate with stamped figures showing manufacturer's name, address, model number, serial number and pertinent utility or operating data. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 The Manufacturer or Supplier of the equipment shall be solely responsible for the performance of the equipment, as specified, and shall modify, add to, or alter the equipment, as necessary, without any additional cost to the Owner, to provide a satisfactory performance. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION A. B. C. Equipment manufacturer/installer is responsible for providing complete installation and coordination documents to owner. Equipment manufacturer/installer shall clearly indicate any part of the installation that is outside the equipment manufacturer's scope of work prior to commencement of work. Equipment manufacturer/installer is responsible for coordinating all interconnections of equipment and including utilities in order to provide a complete and operable system. Manufacturer/installer shall install equipment in accordance with plans and/or shop drawings and with manufacturer's instructions: 1. 2. 3. Positioning: Place equipment in accordance with any noted special positioning requirements generally level (or slight slope as required by instructions), plumb, and at right angles to adjacent work. Fitting: Where field cutting or trimming is necessary, perform in a neat, accurate, professional manner without damaging equipment or adjacent work. Anchorage: Use fastenings as specified herein. Attach equipment securely to prevent damage resulting from inadequate fastenings. Installation fasteners shall be installed to avoid scratching or damaging adjacent surfaces. 4. Upon completion of work, finish surfaces shall be free of tool marks, scratches, blemishes, and stains. D. 3.2 The installation of equipment shall be made in accordance with all Federal, State, or Local laws and/or regulations and shall be accomplished only by a qualified, certified and competent heating technician experienced in making such installations. TESTING A. B. Perform tests and inspections. 1. 2. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to start-up inspect, test, and adjust components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections, check operation of the equipment and components for operation and performance as specified and examine the finish for damage. Provide report in writing that the installation meets the requirements and shall include information concerning minor adjustments and minor repairs, which may be required before final acceptance by the Owner. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and equipment. Prepare test and inspection reports. C. D. E. After final connections are made and prior to authorizing payment, equipment shall be tested for performance and compliance with all specified features using acceptance procedures provided by the manufacturer. Malfunctions during testing shall be corrected within five days and re-tested. Malfunctions during second testing shall be corrected within five days and retested. Inadequate Performance: If equipment fails third test, Owner may elect to have all specified Equipment removed in its entirety from site at no cost or obligation to Owner. 3.3 CLEANUP A. B. C. D. Touch-up damage to painted finishes. Wipe and clean equipment of any oil, grease, and solvents, and make ready for use. Clean area around equipment installation and remove packing or installation debris from job site. Notify Owner for acceptance inspection. 3.4 TRAINING A. Direct the technical representative to provide training to designated Owner's personnel in operation and maintenance of the equipment. The training shall include familiarization with equipment operation and performance and detailed instruction in operation, maintenance and test procedures.