1 DPL Invitaiton to Bid _ Bid Documents.pdf

INVITATION TO BID

DATE: October 22, 2025

PROJECT: Reading Pavilion

Dalton Whitfield County Public Library

310 Cappes Street

Dalton, GA 30720

OWNER: Dalton Whitfield County Public Library

310 Cappes Street

Dalton, GA 30720

ARCHITECT: KCP Architects

2729 Cloudsprings Road

Rossville, GA 30741

706-937-2900 jack.killian@kcparchitects.com

CONSTRUCTION

MANAGER: Felker Construction Co., Inc.

300 Fernwood Avenue

Dalton, GA 30721

706-226-6922 allanfelker@optilink.us

The Dalton Whitfield County Public Library will receive sealed proposals for the construction of a reading pavilion at the 310 Cappes Street location. The work is to be completed in accordance with construction documents prepared by KCP Architects and site civil drawings by Richards and Associates

Engineering Inc.

Proposals will be received at the Dalton Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes Street, Dalton, GA on December 2, 2025 from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Proposals turned in after 2:00 PM will not be opened or considered.

This invitation for proposal is subject to the provisions of the Georgia Local Government Works

Construction Law (“GLGWCL”), O.C.G.A. §36-91-1 et. Seq. To the extent this RFP conflicts with the

GLGWCL the provisions of the GLGWCL shall control.

All proposals are to be submitted to the Dalton Whitfield County Public Library in a sealed envelope and clearly marked Proposal for Construction Services for Dalton Whitfield County Public Library

Reading Pavilion. The envelope should also include the division and sections the contractor is bidding.

A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at the Dalton Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes

Street, Dalton, GA, on November 12th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Construction documents can be obtained from the Whitfield County website and the Dalton Whitfield

County Public Library website.

Dalton – Whitfield County Public Library

Reading Pavilion Dalton , GA

Table of Contents 20 October 25

DIVISION 0 CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 00010 – Summary of Work

00011 – Evaluation Criteria 00800 - Form of Agreement - General & Supplementary Conditions

00840 - Sample Forms

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01020 - Allowances

01200 - Project Meetings

01310 - Progress Schedule

01340 - Shop Drawing Product Data & Samples

01510 - Temporary Utilities, Facilities, and Controls

01561 - Cleaning

01700 - Contract Close-Out

01720 - Project Record Documents

01741 - Contractor Warranty Form

DIVISION 2 SITE WORK

02282 Termite Control

Earthwork See Civil Drawings

DIVISION 3 CONCRETE

SECTION 03420 – Architectural Precast Concrete

See Structural Drawings for Cast in Place Concrete

DIVISION 4 MASONRY

SECTION 04200 – Unit Masonry

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DIVISION 5 METALS

SECTION Structural Metal See Structural Drawings

Light gage Framing See Structural Drawings

DIVISION 6 WOOD AND PLASTICS

SECTION 06200 - Finish Carpentry

DIVISION 7 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 07140 – Cold Fluid-Applied Waterproofing

07200 - Building Insulation

07240 – EIFS

07411 – Metal Roofing (By Owner/ Construction Manager)

07421- Composite Metal Panel

07530 – Flexible Sheet Roofing System (By Owner/ Construction Manager)

07600 - Flashing and Sheet Metal (By Owner/ Construction Manager)

07900 - Caulking and Sealants

07950 – Expansion Control Systems

DIVISION 8 DOORS AND WINDOWS

SECTION 08100 - Hollow Metal Door & Frames

08400 - Entrances and Storefronts

08500 – Windows

08710 - Finish Hardware

08800 - Glass & Glazing

DIVISION 9 FINISHES

SECTION 09250 - Gypsum Drywall

09311 - Ceramic Tile

09500 - Acoustical Ceiling Systems

09900 - Painting

DIVISION 10 SPECIALTIES

SECTION 10200 – Louvers see Mechanical Drawings

10522 - Firefighting Devices (By Owner/ Construction Manager)

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DIVISION 11 EQUIPMENT Gallery Device for Display Walls

Audio / Visual Equipment provided by Separate Contract

DIVISION 12 FURNISHINGS Tables & Chairs in the Pavilion and on the Patio provided by Separate Contract

DIVISION 13 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

Access Control Separate Contract DSI Systems, DIVISION 14 CONVEYING SYSTEMS Not Used

DIVISION 15 MECHANICAL

Plumbing See Drawings Plumbing

Fire Protection (By Owner/ Construction Manager) See Drawings Fire Protection

HVAC See Drawings HVAC

DIVISION 16 ELECTRICAL See Drawings Electrical

00300 (1)

BID FORM

Project Name: Dalton Whitfield County Public Library - Reading Pavilion

Felker Construction Co., Inc. , Construction Manager (CM) Owner: Dalton Whitfield County Public Library

In compliance with your Invitation to Bid and the Bidding Documents, the undersigned Bidder, [legal name of Bidder]

[address of Bidder]

[telephone number & email address of Bidder] having carefully examined the site and Bidding Documents, including the proposed contract documents and any Addenda thereto proposes and agrees, if this bid is accepted, to enter into a contract with the CM in the exact form provided in the Bidding Documents and to perform the Work including all services, supervision, labor, equipment and material in conformance with the Contract Documents, in the time stated, for the lump sum of:

___________________________________________________________________ dollars [written in words]

(Amount shall be shown in both words and figures. In case of discrepancy, the amount shown in words will govern) which sum shall constitute the Base Bid.

Complete Schedule of Values to be submitted AFTER the Bid Opening as part of the Bid Evaluation.

The undersigned Bidder agrees that if it is notified in writing within thirty (30) days after the date of the Bid opening, the undersigned Bidder will execute, within ten (10) days of the date of the notice, a contract for the Work in accordance with the Bidding Documents in the exact form provided therein for the amount stated above, and at that time will furnish and deliver to the CM a bondability letter. The Bidder further agrees to furnish other documents or information as required by the Bidding Documents in accordance therewith.

The undersigned Bidder hereby acknowledges receipt of the following Addenda [insert the number and date of each Addendum; if none, insert "None"]:

The undersigned Bidder is duly organized and existing under the laws of the State of __________________________ as a:

(1) ___ Sole Proprietorship;

(2) ___ Partnership;

(3) ___ Corporation; or

(4) ___ Other legal entity (specify) _____________________.

The Bidder’s Federal I.D. number, or Social Security number if the Bidder is an individual, is as follows: _________________________________.

In accordance with the Bidding Documents, the following are attached hereto or enclosed herewith:

(1) Original and two (2) duplicates of this Bid, appropriately marked;

(2) Bondability Letter

(3) Contractor’s Qualification Statement., State Licensing as applicable

The Bidder understands that the CM/ Owner reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, and to waive informalities in the bidding.

The Bidder understands that all anticipated federal, state and local permits required for the Project have been obtained.

The Bidder understands that all rights of way and easements anticipated for the Project have been obtained.

The Bidder agrees that this Bid may not be revoked or withdrawn for a period of thirty (30) days after the date and time of Bid opening, but shall remain open for acceptance for a period of thirty (30) days following Bid opening.

By submission of this Bid, the Bidder certifies that this Bid has been derived independently, without consultation, communication or agreement as to any matter relating to this Bid with any other Bidder or with any competitor. The Bidder hereby certifies that this Bid is made without prior understanding, agreement or connection with any corporation, firm or person submitting a bid for the same Work and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. The Bidder understands that collusive bidding is a violation of state and federal law and can result in fines, prison sentences, and civil damage awards. The Bidder agrees to abide by all conditions of the Bid.

The full names, titles and addresses of persons and firms interested in the foregoing Bid as principals are as follows:

NAME TITLE ADDRESS

Respectfully submitted, [typed name of Bidder]

By: __________________________________[seal] [signature]

[typed name and title]

[address of Bidder]

[business telephone number]

[date of execution]

STATE OF _______________________

COUNTY OF _____________________

Came before me, ________________________________________, and after being [typed name of individual signing Bid] duly sworn, deposes and says that he/she is _____________________________________ of

[title]

________________________________ and that all of the foregoing is true and correct to the

[Bidder] best of his/her information and belief.

[signature of individual signing Bid]

Subscribed and sworn to before me this _____ day of ______________, 20____.

(seal)

Notary Public

My Commission Expires:

00010

SUMMARY OF THE WORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT OVERVIEW

A. Project consists of Addition to the Existing Library of Enclosed Pavilion and & Open Patio performed under direction of Construction Manager, Felker Construction (CM). Project includes 2,300 SF Steel Frame Enclosure and 5,700 SF of Patio, Retaining Walls, Glass Storefront, Metal Roof to match existing, Brick Veneer Walls & Site Grading.

B. Related Documents. List of Drawings on sheet A0.1, the Project Manual inclusive of Table of Contents, and general provisions of the Contract.

1.02 EXECUTION, CORRELATION AND INTENT

A. SCOPE OF WORK

1. Construction Manager will assign personnel as required to provide appropriate management and control of the Project.

2. Construction Manager is responsible for scheduling and coordinating activities as specifically indicated in Separate Contractors section below.

B. SEPARATE CONTRACTORS

1. The Owner’s Separate Contractors on this project will include equipment selection, procurement, installation of the following, except as noted:

a. Kitchen Equipment , Furniture

b. Data & Communications Equipment & Cabling

c. Audio / Visual System

d. Security - Access Control, Security Cameras, Intrusion Monitoring

e. Interior Graphics for Room identification and wayfinding

f. Exterior Graphics, ground mounted or building mounted,

2. Construction Manager is responsible for Conduit and Boxes for the electrical systems above as indicated on the drawings.

3. Construction Manager is responsible for including all Separate Contractor Activities on the Project

Schedule.

C. COORDINATION BY CONTRACTOR

1. Coordination of Work. This Construction Manager shall assume full responsibility for complete coordination of the various other Contractors, in order that all Work of the respective trades, including his own, shall be done in proper sequence and at the proper time so as not to cause any delay in the progress of any trade or of the entire Project.

D. BIDDER EVALUATION CRITERIA

1. Ref Section 00011 Bidder Evaluation Criteria for use by Construction Manager in Bidding and Selecting Sub-Contractors and Suppliers under the CM Contract

PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION