Addendum 1.pdf

This is an Addendum to a sealed bid solicitation issued by Gaston College in Gaston County, North Carolina, for the Robinson Classroom Building Boiler Replacement project. The addendum revises the bid due date and opening from the originally scheduled date to February 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM (EST) due to weather conditions. The project involves replacement of the heating and hot water systems in the 17,571-square-foot Robinson Classroom Building located at 250 Library Lane, Dallas, North Carolina. The scope of work includes demolition of existing combustion air intake and flue vent systems, replacement of the existing gas-fired boiler with two new Lochinvar FCB1500 condensing boilers (1,500 MBH input each), installation of new hydronic piping and controls, addition of UV lighting systems with MERV-13 filter upgrades, and associated mechanical and electrical work. A mandatory pre-bid conference was scheduled for January 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the same location. The contract requires completion within 182 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with all work to be finished by December 31, 2026, and liquidated damages assessed at $500.00 per day for delays. Bid submission location is Robinson Classroom Building, Room 128, 250 Library Lane, Dallas, North Carolina.

The project is funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. The bid documents require a 5 percent bid security requirement along with 100 percent performance and payment bonds. Standard insurance coverage requirements include worker's compensation with $100,000 employer's liability minimum, comprehensive general liability of $500,000 per occurrence, and builder's risk insurance. The single prime contractor must hold appropriate general contractor licensing under North Carolina law and is responsible for coordinating all mechanical, electrical, and HVAC work. Prospective bidders must comply with minority business participation documentation requirements and E-Verification compliance provisions. Key deliverables include detailed shop drawings within 60 days of contract award, a certified Critical Path Method construction schedule, and detailed operations and maintenance manuals upon project closeout.