4/18/07 N.Y. St. Reg. Advertisements for Bidders/Contractors

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4/18/07 N.Y. St. Reg. Advertisements for Bidders/Contractors
NEW YORK STATE REGISTER
VOLUME XXIX, ISSUE 16
April 18, 2007
ADVERTISEMENTS FOR BIDDERS/CONTRACTORS
 
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Office of General Services Procurement Services Group Corning Tower, 37th Fl. Empire State Plaza Albany, NY
The following advance bid opening dates have been scheduled by the Procurement Services Group. The following listing is for information purposes only. Interested companies are encouraged to register for online notification of OGS bid opportunities by contacting http:// www.ogs.state.ny.us/ovr.
April 19—Bituminous concrete (6.3mm polymer modified HMA), 11:00 a.m.
April 24—Gasoline and E-85 (requirement letter 159), 11:00 a.m.
Additional bid openings for the remainder of April will be scheduled necessarily following the date of this publication.
The right is reserved to make any additional change in dates and to schedule additional bid openings at any time without publication.
SEALED BIDS
REHABILITATE FACADE Fishkill Correctional Facility Beacon, Dutchess County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). M2540-C, Construction Work, Rehabilitate Facade, Bldg. No. 21-2, Fishkill Correctional Facility, Prospect St., Beacon, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Department of Correctional Services, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2007, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $38,600.
All successful bidders on a multiple trade project or the successful bidder with a bid over $200,000 on a single trade project, will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100 percent of the amount of the contract estimated to be between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The requirement for labor and material and performance bonds may be waived on a bid under $200,000 on a single trade project.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
As a condition of award, within 48 hours of receipt of the proposed contract agreement from the State, the low bidder shall return the contract agreement to the State, properly executed, along with the bonds if required by said agreement. Low bidders who cannot meet these provisions may be subject to disqualification and forfeiture of the bid security.
The State intends to expedite award of this contract and the contractor shall be prepared to proceed with the work accordingly. Bidders are warned that time is of the essence of the contract and completion of the work must be within 300 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller. Due to the tightness of the construction schedule, bidders should consider the necessity for an increased work force and shift operations.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 10:30 a.m. on April 10, 2007 at the OGS Field Trailer, Fishkill Correctional Facility, Prospect St., Beacon, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
Phone the office of Shannon Landolfa, (845) 831-3111, ext. 200, a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the date to provide the names of those who will attend the pre-bid site visit.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
REHABILITATE SHOWERS Albany Training Academy Albany, Albany County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). M2605-C, M2605-P, M2605-E, comprising separate contracts for Construction, Plumbing and Electrical Work, Rehabilitate Showers, Albany Training Academy, 1134 New Scotland Rd., Albany, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Department of Correctional Services, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2007 when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $8,600 for C, $400 for P, and $300 for E.
All successful bidders on a multiple trade project or the successful bidder with a bid over $200,000 on a single trade project, will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100 percent of the amount of the contract estimated to be between $100,000 and $250,000 for C, under $25,000 for P, and under $25,000 for E. The requirement for labor and material and performance bonds may be waived on a bid under $200,000 on a single trade project.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
As a condition of award, within 48 hours of receipt of the proposed contract agreement from the State, the low bidder shall return the contract agreement to the State, properly executed, along with the bonds if required by said agreement. Low bidders who cannot meet these provisions may be subject to disqualification and forfeiture of the bid security.
The State intends to expedite award of this contract and the contractor shall be prepared to proceed with the work accordingly. Bidders are warned that time is of the essence of the contract and completion of the work must be within 150 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller. Due to the tightness of the construction schedule, bidders should consider the necessity for an increased work force and shift operations.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 10:00 a.m. on April 10, 2007 at Albany Training Academy Maintenance Office, 1134 New Scotland Rd., Albany, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
Phone the office of Mike Morgan, (518) 489-9072, ext. 3950, a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the date to provide the names of those who will attend the pre-bid site visit.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
REPAIR ROOF Edgecombe Correctional Facility New York, New York County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). M2610-C, Construction Work, Repair Roof and Parapets, Edgecombe Correctional Facility, 611 Edgecombe Ave., New York, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Department of Correctional Services, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2007, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $23,200.
All successful bidders on a multiple trade project or the successful bidder with a bid over $200,000 on a single trade project, will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100 percent of the amount of the contract estimated to be between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The requirement for labor and material and performance bonds may be waived on a bid under $200,000 on a single trade project.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
As a condition of award, within 48 hours of receipt of the proposed contract agreement from the State, the low bidder shall return the contract agreement to the State, properly executed, along with the bonds if required by said agreement. Low bidders who cannot meet these provisions may be subject to disqualification and forfeiture of the bid security.
The State intends to expedite award of this contract and the contractor shall be prepared to proceed with the work accordingly. Bidders are warned that time is of the essence of the contract and completion of the work must be within 270 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller. Due to the tightness of the construction schedule, bidders should consider the necessity for an increased work force and shift operations.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 10:30 a.m. on April 10, 2007 in the Lobby of Edgecombe Correctional Facility, 611 Edgecombe Ave., New York, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
Phone the office of Sheila Smith, (845) 365-0730, a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the date to provide the names of those who will attend the pre-bid site visit.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
REPLACE TRANSFORMER Wende Correctional Facility Alden, Erie County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). M2615-E, Electrical Work, Replace Main Transformer, Wende Correctional Facility, 3622 Wende Rd., Alden, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Department of Correctional Services, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2007, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $20,900.
All successful bidders on a multiple trade project or the successful bidder with a bid over $200,000 on a single trade project, will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100 percent of the amount of the contract estimated to be between $250,000 and $500,000. The requirement for labor and material and performance bonds may be waived on a bid under $200,000 on a single trade project.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
As a condition of award, within 48 hours of receipt of the proposed contract agreement from the State, the low bidder shall return the contract agreement to the State, properly executed, along with the bonds if required by said agreement. Low bidders who cannot meet these provisions may be subject to disqualification and forfeiture of the bid security.
The State intends to expedite award of this contract and the contractor shall be prepared to proceed with the work accordingly. Bidders are warned that time is of the essence of the contract and completion of the work must be within 330 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller. Due to the tightness of the construction schedule, bidders should consider the necessity for an increased work force and shift operations.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 10:00 a.m. on April 17, 2007 at the OGS Field Office, 2956 Wende Rd., Alden, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
Phone the office of Dusty Bramson, (716) 937-4200, a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the date to provide the names of those who will attend the pre-bid site visit.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
REPLACE CEILINGS Otisville Correctional Facility Otisville, Orange County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). M2618-C, M2618-H, comprising separate contracts for Construction and HVAC Work, Replace Shower Room Ceilings, Dormitory Bldg. Nos. 109, 111, 112, and 114, Otisville Correctional Facility, 57 Sanatorium Ave., Otisville, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Department of Correctional Services, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2007, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $7,700 for C, and $2,600 for H.
All successful bidders on a multiple trade project or the successful bidder with a bid over $200,000 on a single trade project, will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100 percent of the amount of the contract estimated to be between $50,000 and $100,000 for C, and between $25,000 and $50,000 for H. The requirement for labor and material and performance bonds may be waived on a bid under $200,000 on a single trade project.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
As a condition of award, within 48 hours of receipt of the proposed contract agreement from the State, the low bidder shall return the contract agreement to the State, properly executed, along with the bonds if required by said agreement. Low bidders who cannot meet these provisions may be subject to disqualification and forfeiture of the bid security.
The State intends to expedite award of this contract and the contractor shall be prepared to proceed with the work accordingly. Bidders are warned that time is of the essence of the contract and completion of the work must be within 180 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller. Due to the tightness of the construction schedule, bidders should consider the necessity for an increased work force and shift operations.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 10:00 a.m. on April 17, 2007 at the OGS Field Trailer near the front gate of Otisville Correctional Facility, 57 Sanatorium Ave., Otisville, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
Phone the office of Joan Raymondo, (845) 895-3170, a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the date to provide the names of those who will attend the pre-bid site visit.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
PAINT GYMNASIUM Sing Sing Correctional Facility Ossining, Westchester County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). M2627-C, Construction Work, Paint Interior of Tappan Gymnasium, Sing Sing Correctional Facility, 354 Hunter St., Ossining, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Department of Correctional Services, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2007, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $10,500.
The value of the Contract is estimated to be between $100,000 and $250,000.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
As a condition of award, within 48 hours of receipt of the proposed contract agreement from the State, the low bidder shall return the contract agreement to the State, properly executed, along with the bonds if required by said agreement. Low bidders who cannot meet these provisions may be subject to disqualification and forfeiture of the bid security.
The State intends to expedite award of this contract and the contractor shall be prepared to proceed with the work accordingly. Bidders are warned that time is of the essence of the contract and completion of the work must be within 150 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller. Due to the tightness of the construction schedule, bidders should consider the necessity for an increased work force and shift operations.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 1:00 p.m. on April 17, 2007 at the OGS Field Office, State St., Ossining, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
Phone the office of Tricia Mitchell, (914) 941-1122 a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the date to provide the names of those who will attend the pre-bid site visit.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
REPLACE LINES State University Agriculture/Technology College at Delhi Delhi, Delaware County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). M2635-H, HVAC Work, Replace Steam and Condensate Lines between Smith Hall and Service Bldg., State University Agriculture/Technology College at Delhi, Two Main St., Delhi, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the State University Construction Fund, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2007, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $20,900.
All successful bidders on a multiple trade project or the successful bidder with a bid over $200,000 on a single trade project, will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100 percent of the amount of the contract estimated to be between $250,000 and $500,000. The requirement for labor and material and performance bonds may be waived on a bid under $200,000 on a single trade project.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
As a condition of award, within 48 hours of receipt of the proposed contract agreement from the State, the low bidder shall return the contract agreement to the State, properly executed, along with the bonds if required by said agreement. Low bidders who cannot meet these provisions may be subject to disqualification and forfeiture of the bid security.
The State intends to expedite award of this contract and the contractor shall be prepared to proceed with the work accordingly. Bidders are warned that time is of the essence of the contract and completion of the work must be within 150 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller. Due to the tightness of the construction schedule, bidders should consider the necessity for an increased work force and shift operations.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 10:00 a.m. on April 17, 2007 at Smith Hall Conference Rm., Delhi SUATC, Two Main St., Delhi, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
For assistance pertaining to the site visit only, please phone David Loveland (607) 746-4013.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
INSTALL VINYL QUARRY AND CARPET TILE Greene Correctional Facility Coxsackie, Greene County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). Q1102-C, Construction Work, Install Vinyl, Quarry and Carpet Tile, Bldg. Nos. 14 and 1, Greene Correctional Facility, County Rte. 9, Coxsackie, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Department of Correctional Services, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2007, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $10,500.
The value of the contract is estimated to be between $100,000 and $250,000.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
The completion date for this project is 150 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 10:00 a.m. on April 19, 2007 in the Administration Bldg. of Greene Correctional Facility, Plank Rd. off of County Rte. 9, Coxsackie, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
Phone the office of Rick Christensen, (518) 731-8290, a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the date to provide the names of those who will attend the pre-bid site visit.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
REPLACE HOT WATER HEATERS Woodbourne Correctional Facility Woodbourne, Sullivan County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). Q1227-P, Q1227-E, comprising separate contracts for Plumbing and Electrical Work, Replace Hot Water Heaters, Housing Units, Woodbourne Correctional Facility, 99 Prison Rd., Woodbourne, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Department of Correctional Services, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2007 when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $21,100 for P, and $600 for E.
All successful bidders on a multiple trade project or the successful bidder with a bid over $200,000 on a single trade project, will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100 percent of the amount of the contract estimated to be between $250,000 and $500,000 for P, and under $25,000 for E. The requirement for labor and material and performance bonds may be waived on a bid under $200,000 on a single trade project.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
The completion date for this project is 180 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 9:00 a.m. on April 17, 2007 at the OGS Field Trailer outside the entrance of Woodbourne Correctional Facility, 99 Prison Rd., Woodburne, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
Phone the office of Joan Raymondo, (845) 895-3170, a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the date to provide the names of those who will attend the pre-bid site visit.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
PROVIDE THREE PADDED SECLUSION ROOMS Central New York Psychiatric Center Marcy, Oneida County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). Q1250-C, Q1250-H, Q1250-E, comprising separate contracts for Construction, HVAC and Electrical Work, Provide Three Padded Seclusion Rooms, Bldg. No. 39, Central New York Psychiatric Center, River Rd., Marcy, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Office of Mental Health, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2007, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $15,300 for C, $3,100 for H, and $4,800 for E.
All successful bidders on a multiple trade project or the successful bidder with a bid over $200,000 on a single trade project, will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100 percent of the amount of the contract estimated to be between $100,000 and $250,000 for C, between $25,000 and $50,000 for H, and between $50,000 and $100,000 for E. The requirement for labor and material and performance bonds may be waived on a bid under $200,000 on a single trade project.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
The completion date for this project is 150 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 10:00 a.m. on April 12, 2007 at Central New York Psychiatric Center Work Control Bldg., Second Fl., Conference Rm., Garden Lane off of Rte. 291, Marcy, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
For assistance pertaining to the site visit only, please phone Steve Kass (315) 736-5770, ext. 24. Please register a minimum of two days prior to the site visit.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
PAINT EXTERIOR SURFACE OF FACILITY MacArthur Airport, Ronkonkoma, Suffolk County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). 42833-C, Construction Work, Paint Exterior Surface of Facility, Ronkonkoma AASF, MacArthur Airport, 201 Schaefer Dr., Ronkonkoma, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Division of Military and Naval Affairs, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2007, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $30,000.
All successful bidders on a multiple trade project or the successful bidder with a bid over $200,000 on a single trade project, will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100 percent of the amount of the contract estimated to be between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The requirement for labor and material and performance bonds may be waived on a bid under $200,000 on a single trade project.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
As a condition of award, within 48 hours of receipt of the proposed contract agreement from the State, the low bidder shall return the contract agreement to the State, properly executed, along with the bonds if required by said agreement. Low bidders who cannot meet these provisions may be subject to disqualification and forfeiture of the bid security.
The State intends to expedite award of this contract and the contractor shall be prepared to proceed with the work accordingly. Bidders are warned that time is of the essence of the contract and completion of the work must be within 270 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller. Due to the tightness of the construction schedule, bidders should consider the necessity for an increased work force and shift operations.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 10:00 a.m. on April 19, 2007 in the lobby of Ronkonkoma AASF, MacArthur Airport, 201 Schaefer Dr., Ronkonkoma, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
Phone the office of Rea Dabydeen, (631) 951-0248, a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the date to provide the names of those who will attend the pre-bid site visit.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
REPAIR ROOFS Various Albany OGS Locations Albany, Albany County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). 43229-C, Construction Work, Repair Roofs, Various Albany OGS Locations, Albany, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Office of General Services, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2007, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $30,000.
All successful bidders on a multiple trade project or the successful bidder with a bid over $200,000 on a single trade project, will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100 percent of the amount of the contract estimated to be between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The requirement for labor and material and performance bonds may be waived on a bid under $200,000 on a single trade project.
The completion date for this project is 1,097 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
REPLACE STANDING SEAM ROOFS Franklin Correctional Facility Malone, Franklin County
SEALED bids for Project No(s). 43317-C, Construction Work, Replace Standing Steam Roofs, Bldg. Nos. 1–15, 17–21, 23, 30–38 and 40, Franklin Correctional Facility, 62 Bare Hill Rd., Malone, NY, will be received by the Office of General Services, Design and Construction Group, Division of Contract Administration, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242, on behalf of the Department of Correctional Services, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2007, when they will be publicly opened and read. Each bid must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the instructions to bidders and must be accompanied by a certified check, bank check or bid bond in the amount of $174,400.
All successful bidders on a multiple trade project or the successful bidder with a bid over $200,000 on a single trade project, will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the statutory form of public bonds required by sections 136 and 137 of the State Finance Law, each for 100 percent of the amount of the contract estimated to be between $6,000,000 and $7,000,000. The requirement for labor and material and performance bonds may be waived on a bid under $200,000 on a single trade project.
Pursuant to State Finance Law §§ 139-j and 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between OGS D&C and a bidder during the procurement process. A bidder is restricted from making contacts from the earliest notice of intent to solicit offers through final award and approval of the Procurement Contract by OGS D&C and Office of the State Comptroller (“restricted period”) to other than designated staff unless it is a contact that is included among certain statutory exceptions set forth in State Finance Law § 139-j(3)(a). Designated staff are Frank Peris in the Bureau of Contract Awards, telephone (518) 474-0203, fax (518) 473-7862 and John Lewyckyj, Director of Contract Administration, telephone (518) 474-0201, fax (518) 486-1650. OGS D&C employees are also required to obtain certain information when contacted during the restricted period and make a determination of the responsibility of the bidder pursuant to these two statutes. Certain findings of non-responsibility can result in rejection for contract award and in the event of two findings within a four year period, the bidder is debarred from obtaining governmental Procurement Contracts. Bidders responding to this Advertisement must familiarize themselves with the new Legislative and State Finance Law requirements and will be expected to affirm that they understand and agree to comply on the bid form. Further information about these requirements can be found within the project manual or at http://www.ogs.state.ny.us and go to About OGS, Rules Regulations and Policy, Advisory Council on Procurement Lobbying.
The completion date for this project is 365 days after the agreement is approved by the Comptroller.
The only time prospective bidders will be allowed to visit the job site to take field measurements and examine existing conditions of the project area will be at 9:30 a.m. on April 13, 2007 in the lobby of the Administration Bldg., at Franklin Correctional Facility, 62 Bare Hill Rd., Malone, NY. Prospective bidders are urged to visit the site at this time. Prospective bidders or their representatives attending the pre-bid site visit will not be admitted on facility grounds without proper photo identification. Note that parking restrictions, and security provisions will apply and all vehicles will be subject to search.
Phone the office of Mike Tavernia, (518) 483-6040, ext. 3950, a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the date to provide the names of those who will attend the pre-bid site visit.
It is the policy of the State and the Office of General Services to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy.
The Office of General Services reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The bidding and contract documents for this project are available on compact disc only, and may be obtained for $8 deposit per set, plus $2 per set shipping and handling fee, by calling the following toll free number (877) OGS-PLAN (647-7526) or by mail from the Plan Sales Unit, 35th Fl., Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12242 (deposits less than $50 are nonrefundable). Make check payable to the Office of General Services and write Fed. ID # and phone # on check.
By James M. Davies, AIAActing Deputy CommissionerDesign and Construction
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