BID_SCOPE_COLUMBUS_FRONT_ENTRANCE_MASONRY.docx

Bid # BMB - Bridgeport Public Schools (BPS) Board of Education (BOE) Building Operations Department

DESCRIPTION

The Bridgeport Public Schools (BPS) Building Operations Department seeks to enter into a contract with a qualified contractor for masonry work at Columbus School.

SCOPE OF WORK

Contractor will provide all labor materials and equipment to complete the following Work:

Front Entrance Masonry Work

· Remove and salvage the hand rails in order to perform Work

· Sawcut the rails as needed to disconnect the rails that remain

· Demo and dispose of the front stairs, the platform at the top of the stairs by the door, the platform between the two sets of stairs and a portion of the walkway that abuts the steps (this will me verified in the field during the mandatory walkthrough)

· Purchase and install new precast steps

· Form and pour new cast in place platforms and sidewalk in accordance with the City of Bridgeport sidewalk specification & standards as seen in Scope of Work Exhibit A

· Reinstall the existing rails, tack weld the rails as needed

· Install all joint seals as needed

· Wash down all work with detergent

· Obtain and pay for all required permits Add Alternate 1-Replacement of Handrails

· Remove and dispose of hand rails

· Purchase and install new hand rails Contractor is responsible for confirming and preparing own calculations.

Any equivalent materials proposed must be approved by the BPS Building Operations Manager.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Contractor must provide container for removal of existing materials, if needed. Contractor shall not use the Board of Education school dumpsters Container location must be approved by BPS Building Operations Manager.

Contractor must protect the work during and after the installation process until acceptance by the owner.

Contractor is responsible for cleaning areas where work is performed from demolition/installation process.

Upon completion the areas shall be returned to the pre-existing condition or better.

WORK HOURS/DAYS

Contractor shall coordinate its schedule so that the work on the premises is performed during those hours the BOE sets forth in a written notice to Contractor, unless written permission is obtained from the BOE to work during other times. This condition shall not excuse the Contractor from timely performance under the Contract. The work schedule must be agreed upon by the BOE and Contractor.

OSHA COMPLIANCE & ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITATIONS

The contractor must fully comply with all relevant OSHA requirements and regulations.

Comply with requirements of material suppliers.

Adhere to all environmental requirements for materials. Protect all persons from exposure to hazardous material.

TIME FRAME

The Contractor will be required to place a reasonable schedule, including time frame to procure and deliver Equipment, attached to Bid Form. In the event that the schedule will be exceeded based upon parts availability or circumstances beyond Contractor’s control, it is the Contractor’s responsibility to inform the BOE Facilities Manager of the delay.

CLEAN UP

Contractor must clean up all unused materials. Debris must be removed by contractor.

MATERIALS & INSTALLATION WARRANTY

The Contractor warrants that materials will be free from defects before installation.

The Contractor warrants that installation of the materials will be free from defects in workmanship.

The sole and exclusive remedy under the materials and installation warranty shall be the replacement of defective materials and repair of any damages to the ceiling resulting directly from defective materials or defective installation by the Contractor.

QUALIFICATIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Contractor must be capable, experienced, and licensed to perform all services listed in the Scope of Work Section. Contractor shall be an established firm experienced in Field and have been in business for a minimum of five (5) years. Employ trained personnel. Provide service and shall maintain a local office with adequate inventory of replacement material listed in the Scope of Work.

Contractor must provide all tools, materials and equipment necessary to complete all tasks, including refuse removal.