13-ADDENDUM NO 1 to RFP 750-25-26-006.pdf

This is Addendum No. 1 to a Request for Proposal issued by The University of Texas at Tyler for the Muntz Library Stair Project (RFP No. 750-25/26-006). The addendum, issued March 13, 2026, clarifies subcontracting opportunities and provides responses to bidder inquiries. The project involves general contractor services for replacement of the existing open stair handrail system and stair finishes, along with related flooring replacement in Robert R. Muntz Library at 3900 University Boulevard, Tyler, Texas. Identified subcontracting opportunities include selective demolition, stainless/glass handrails, concrete, flooring, drywall repair and finishing, paint, sealants, general construction, and cleaning services. The mandatory pre-submittal conference and guided site tour is scheduled for March 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., with RFP clarification requests due by March 18, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Proposals must be submitted electronically via BonfireHub by March 31, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. The anticipated contract execution date is April 16, 2026, with a Notice to Proceed on April 27, 2026, Substantial Completion scheduled for August 7, 2026, and Final Completion for August 21, 2026.

The addendum clarifies that no estimated cost is available for the project and confirms that the RFP does not require a bid bond. Respondents must demonstrate qualifications and experience weighted at 70 percent of evaluation, with pricing and delivery proposals weighted at 30 percent. Selected contractors must comply with prevailing wage rate requirements for Smith County, Texas, provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price, and participate in the Owner Controlled Insurance Program with minimum commercial general liability coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence. The University of Texas at Tyler is exempt from paying sales, excise, and use taxes on project materials. Liquidated damages are assessed at $250 per calendar day for failure to meet the Substantial Completion deadline. The award will be made to the respondent offering the best value in a lump-sum agreement.