01 RWM Addendum #2.pdf

R. W. MERCER CO. - GENERAL CONTRACTING DIVISION

P.O. BOX 180, 2322 BROOKLYN ROAD, JACKSON, MICHIGAN 49203

TELEPHONE: (517) 787-2960 FAX: (517) 787-1970 / 787-8111

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ADDENDUM #2 – 11/9/23

DATE: NOVEMBER 9, 2023

PROJECT: NEW WESTERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

This Addendum provides clarification and information regarding the Bidding Documents issued for bid dated October 16th, 2023 for the above-referenced project and hereby become a part of the Bidding Documents for that project.

The Bidder shall review this information and follow the instructions for any and all changes and shall include in its bid amount any and all adjustments in cost. All material, transportation, taxes, etc., and any other related costs are applicable as required or implied by this Addendum.

All items not mentioned by this Addendum shall remain unchanged and as per the original Bidding Documents.

GENERAL INFORMATION – BIDDING DOCUMENTS: (New Items per This Addendum are highlighted yellow)

1. The Bid Due Date & Time HAS CHANGED; Bids are now due at the Western School District Administration Building, 1400 S. Dearing Road, Parma MI 49269 on Wednesday, November 29th at 2:30pm. Please see attached aerial photo included in this Addendum for the entrance doors and parking lot all Contractors should access on bid day; Contractors are welcomed to attend the public bid opening starting at approximately 2:45pm at the Western Community Arts Center (High School Auditorium) as noted on the attached Bid Opening Map as well.

2. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package to be incorporated herein as part of this overall Addendum issuance.

3. Refer to the RFI LOG as included within this Addendum as a means to further explain any changes or clarifications noted in both Addendums #1 & #2.

4. Refer to the attached Milestone Construction Schedule for all Work Categories use in the assembly of their bids. NOTE: It is the Western School Districts and Construction Managers intent to begin onsite construction this winter beginning with the single-story Zones E & F Classroom wings. Construction will continue throughout the winter months of 2023 & 2024 unless sever weather conditions prohibit efficient progress, or the quality of work could be adversely affected.

5. A second Revised Bid Form is included as part of this Addendum; all Work Categories are to use this Bid Form for the submission of their bids. Revisions to this Bid Form include changing the “Combined Bid Offer” to “Combined Bid Deduct Offer”.

6. Clarification of Alternate 1: The additional work encompasses the following: First Floor Zone A Classroom A126 and Huddle Room A125 and extending Corridor A100 and First Floor Zone B Classroom B127 and Huddle Room B126 and extending Corridor B100; Second Floor Zone A Classroom A229 and Huddle Room A228 and extending Corridor A227 and Second Floor Zone B Classroom B129 and Huddle Room B128 and extending Corridor B228. Stair Towers at both Zones A & B are to be relocated to the south as shown. There are only a Total of 4 Classrooms with Huddle Rooms that are Added per this Alternate.

7. All Work Categories are responsible to review all Alternate information as listed in Specification Section 01-23-00 for a greater understanding of the work involved for each Contractors Scope Outline.

8. Refer to the attached Revised Bid Opening Map for locations of Bid drop-off, parking and public opening.

9. The cut-off for the submission of RFI’s shall be the end of the day Tuesday, November 7th.

10. All Bidding Contractors shall fill out and submit along with their bids the attached Familiar Disclosure Statement and Iran Economic Sanctions Act Affidavit of Compliance as required by State Law; Bids received without the inclusion of these documents will not be read.

11. Contractors are reminded that the last sheet of their respective Work Category Scope Outlines as contained in the bidding documents MUST BE filled out, signed and attached to the Bid Form when submitting its proposals.

12. All Bidding Documents, including Addendums, can be viewed on RW Mercer’s SharePoint file sharing websites by connecting to the following link:

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13. This is NOT a Prevailing Wage Project.

14. Bid Bonds or Certified Cashier’s Checks in the amount equivalent to 5% of the Contractors Base Bid ARE

REQUIRED.

15. Performances, Labor & Material Bonds MAY BE REQUIRED for Bids received in excess of $3,000,000;

Include costs for bonds as instructed on the Revised Bid Form included in this Addendum. DO NOT INCLUDE the P, L&M Bond Premium Costs in the Contractors Base Bid.

16. This project is NOT tax exempt. All applicable taxes need to be included.

17. Dumpsters shall be furnished by the Construction Manager for use by the Project Contractors for disposal of ordinary / common debris generated as part of their work or unless otherwise noted in the individual Work Category Scopes Outlines. Misuse or improper disposal methods can result in Contractors losing their privilege of using these dumpsters and causing them to pay for their own disposal fees.

REVISED WORK CATEGORY SCOPE OUTLINES: (All Items Are New Per This Addendum)

WORK CATEGORY #2 – SITE WORK & UTILITIES:

1. Contractors are responsible to compare the Bid Package #1 Site Grading Plans with the Grading Plans issued under this Bid Package to review if there are any potential changes or modifications to the proposed topography design between the two sets of plans.

2. Existing watermain is assumed to be 12”; all tapping sleeves, live taps and any associated connection fees are to be the responsibility of Summit Township and/or Western School District. This Contractor is responsible for furnishing & installing the new gate valves, piping & connections to the taps and the watermain structures & lids as noted on Drawing Sheets C3.1 & C3.2.

3. This Contractor shall furnish, install and compact 6” of Class II sand fill underneath all interior slabs on grade.

4. Soils used for bedding shall be sand with no stones over 1/2” in size.

WORK CATEGORY #3 – ASPHALT PAVING:

1. Asphalt Contractors are limited to the following binder grades when using RAP materials in their mix-designs: Base Course shall be Tier 2 (15% to 25%) and Wear Course shall be Tier 1 (equal to or less than 15%).

WORK CATEGORY #5 – CONCRETE:

1. Concrete sealers as noted on the Finish Schedules per Drawing Series A10 shall be furnished and installed by This Contractor.

2. This Contractor shall furnish & install all 4” rigid insulation board under the interior slabs on grade; The Masonry Contractor shall be responsible for all rigid insulation board as shown behind the masonry veneer at the foundation walls.

3. Refer to Item SC-1 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for additional approved product for Sheet Waterproofing.

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4. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and Architectural Addendum Items SD-1 & SD-2 and AD-1 thru AD-18 including the related Drawing Sheets and incorporate all changes and/or information as it relates to This Contractors scope of work.

WORK CATEGORY #6 – MASONRY:

1. This Contractor shall be responsible for all 3” rigid insulation board as shown behind the masonry veneer at the foundation walls.

2. All beams above openings not called out on the Lintel Schedule per Drawing Sheets S1.2A thru S1.2D and S1.3A thru S1.3F shall be set and fastened in-place by The Structural Steel Contractor. The Masonry Contractor shall be responsible for the setting and grouting of associated bearing plates and anchor rods as shown in the related details on Sheets S3.1 thru S3.4.

3. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and

WORK CATEGORY #7 – STRUCTURAL STEEL:

1. All beams above openings not called out on the Lintel Schedule per Drawing Sheets S1.2A thru S1.2D and S1.3A thru S1.3F shall be set and fastened in-place by This Contractor including all applicable details as shown on Drawing Sheets S3.1 thru S3.4.

2. This Contractor to furnish the acoustic insulation to be installed within the flutes of the acoustic metal roof deck and turned-over to the Roofing Contractor to install along with their roofing system.

3. This Contractor shall be responsible for furnishing & installing the commons area Corridor C103 Main Stairway railings & handrails as listed in TMP’s Addendum #1 Item AD-14 and as shown in Detail 9 on TMP’s Addendum #1 Drawing Sheet A6.5.

4. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and Architectural Addendum Items SD-1 & SD-2 and AD-1 thru AD-18 including the related Drawing Sheets and incorporate all changes and/or information as it relates to This Contractors scope of work.

5. This Contractor shall furnish & install the hanger channels and steel rails as shown on the Food Service Equipment Drawing Sheets FSE-5.1 and including Notes A1 & A3.

WORK CATEGORY #8 – GENERAL TRADES:

1. Delete Item #22 of original Scope Outline; the furnishing & installation of these railings & handrails will become the responsibility of Work Category #7 – Structural Steel as listed in TMP’s Addendum #1 Item AD-14 and as shown in Detail 9 on TMP’s Addendum #1 Drawing Sheet A6.5.

2. This Contractor shall be responsible for the furnishing and installation of the Telescoping Bleachers per Specification Sections 12-66-13 and as shown on the Drawings.

3. This Contractor to review Alternate #6 and provide credit for eliminating the Tack Strips that were included as part of their Base Bid. Work Category #11 – Metal Stud & Drywall Systems and Acoustic Ceiling & Wall Panels shall provide and install the Tackable Wall Panels (TWP) as part of this Alternate and shall review and submit the new Bid Attachment Sheet included as part of this Addendum that covers this item.

4. Refer to Item SC-4 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for revisions to the Door Hardware Schedule Specifications.

5. Refer to Item SC-5 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for revisions to the Overhead Coiling Door Specifications.

6. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and

WORK CATEGORY #9 – ROOFING:

1. Revise Item #3 of the original Scope Outline to include the following: The acoustic insulation within the flutes of the acoustic metal roof deck shall be furnished by the Structural Steel Contractor and turned-over to This Contractor for installation; the insulation shall be immediately covered over with the permanent roof system to protect against moisture/weather damage.

2. Refer to Item SC-2 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for revisions to the TPO Membrane Roofing Specifications.

3. Refer to Item SC-3 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for revisions to the Roof Specialties Specifications.

4. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and

WORK CATEGORY #10 – ALUMINUM STOREFRONT, GLASS & GLAZING:

1. Refer to Item SC-4 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for revisions to the Door Hardware Schedule Specifications.

2. Refer to Item SC-6 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for revisions to the Aluminum Framed Storefront Specifications.

3. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and

WORK CATEGORY #11 – METAL STUD & DRYWALL ASSEMBLIES AND ACOUSTIC CEILING & WALL

SYSTEMS:

1. This Contractor shall provide and install the Tackable Wall Panels (TWP) as part of Alternate #6 and shall review and submit the revised Bid Attachment Sheet included as part of this Addendum that covers this item.

2. Refer to Item SC-7 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for revisions to the Acoustical Ceilings Specifications.

3. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and

WORK CATEGORY #12 – PAINTING, VINYL WALL COVERING & FLUID APPLIED FLOORING:

1. Refer to Item SC-8 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for revisions to the Interior Painting Specifications.

2. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and

WORK CATEGORY #13 – FLOORING & WALL TILE FINISHES:

1. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and

WORK CATEGORY #14 – ATHLETIC FLOORING:

1. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and

WORK CATEGORY #16 – FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT:

1. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #1 Drawing Sheets FSE-1.1 and FSE-2.1 and incorporate all changes and/or information as it relates to This Contractors scope of work. These Drawings were inadvertently left out of the TMP Addendum #1 Package.

2. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and Architectural Addendum Items SD-1 & SD-2 and AD-1 thru AD-18 including the related Drawing Sheets and incorporate all changes and/or information as it relates to This Contractors scope of work.

3. This Contractor shall review and incorporate all work under Specification Section 01-70-00 Execution and Closeout Requirements as it relates to system startups, demonstration & instruction, adjusting and final cleaning of its equipment and must validate that the systems are in proper working order prior to the final commissioning which will be performed by a third-party agency hired through the Owner/Construction Manager.

WORK CATEGORY #17 – ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT:

1. Eliminate Item #2 of the original Scope Outline; the furnishing and installation of the Telescoping Bleachers shall be the responsibility of Work Category #8 – General Trades.

WORK CATEGORY #18 – FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM:

1. Refer to Item SC-9 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for revisions to the Fire Suppression Specifications.

2. Refer to the attached TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and the Structural and

3. Refer to the TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and Mechanical Addendum Items MD-1 thru MD-11 including the related Drawing Sheets and incorporate all changes and/or information as it relates to This Contractors scope of work.

4. This Contractor shall review and incorporate all work under Specification Section 01-70-00 Execution and Closeout Requirements as it relates to system startups, demonstration & instruction, adjusting and final cleaning of its equipment and must validate that the systems are in proper working order.

WORK CATEGORY #19 – PLUMBING SYSTEMS:

1. This Contractor shall disregard the note that the Gas Meter & Pressure Regulator is to be paid for by the Mechanical Contractor as part of the Natural Gas Piping Diagram on Drawing Sheet M6.1; these will be paid for by the Owner.

2. Refer to the TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and Mechanical Addendum Items MD-1 thru MD-11 including the related Drawing Sheets and incorporate all changes and/or information as it relates to This Contractors scope of work.

3. This Contractor shall review and incorporate all work under Specification Section 01-70-00 Execution and Closeout Requirements as it relates to system startups, demonstration & instruction, adjusting and final cleaning of its equipment and must validate that the systems are in proper working order prior to the final

WORK CATEGORY #20 – MECHANICAL/HVAC SYSTEMS:

1. Scope Clarification: This Contractor is to furnish & install the exhaust ducting for the Kitchen Cooking Hoods in accordance with the materials, methods & means as noted on Drawing Sheet FSE.5.1 & FSE.6.1. This Contractor is also responsible for furnishing & installing the Make-Up Air Unit and associated supply ducting and all Kitchen Exhaust Fans and ducting of same.

2. Refer to Item SC-10 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for additional approved Test & Balancing Contractor.

3. Refer to Item SC-11 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for additional approved manufacturers for the Energy Recovery Equipment.

4. Refer to Item SC-12 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for additional approved manufacturers for the Rooftop Air Conditioners.

5. Refer to Item SC-13 as part of TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package for additional approved manufacturers for the Convection Heating Units.

6. Refer to the TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and Mechanical Addendum Items MD-1 thru MD-11 including the related Drawing Sheets and incorporate all changes and/or information as it relates to This Contractors scope of work.

7. This Contractor shall review and incorporate all work under Specification Section 01-70-00 Execution and Closeout Requirements as it relates to system startups, demonstration & instruction, adjusting and final cleaning of its equipment and must validate that the systems are in proper working order prior to the final

WORK CATEGORY #21 – ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:

1. The “Smart Lights” identified on the Power and Auxiliary Systems Drawings are furnished & installed by the Owner/Others; This Contractor to provide an above ceiling, wall mounted box with the required 110V power supply feed at each location shown.

2. Refer to the TMP Architecture’s Addendum #2 Package Summary Sheet and Mechanical Addendum Items ED-1 thru ED-15 including the related Drawing Sheets and incorporate all changes and/or information as it relates to This Contractors scope of work.

3. This Contractor shall review and incorporate all work under Specification Section 01-70-00 Execution and Closeout Requirements as it relates to system startups, demonstration & instruction, adjusting and final cleaning of its equipment and must validate that the systems are in proper working order prior to the final

ATTACHMENTS:

1. TMP Architect’s Addendum #2 Package

2. TMP Architecture’s Addendum #1 Drawing Sheets FSE-1.1 and FSE-2.1

3. RFI LOG

4. Revised Bid Form

5. Revised Bid Opening Map

6. Work Category #8 – Revised General Trades Bid Attachment Sheet

7. Work Category #11 – Revised Metal Stud & Drywall and Acoustical Ceiling & Wall Panel Bid Attachment

Sheet

END OF ADDENDUM #2