eMMA Project Details- Pole & Cold Storage.pdf

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"Minority business enterprises are encouraged to respond to this solicitation notice."

PROJECT MANUAL

Pole & Cold Storage Exterior Renovations Mt. Nebo State Park

1728 Kings Run Road Garrett, MD 21550, Garrett County

PROJECT # EC24-09206-43

BPM044784

MAINTENANCE CONTRACT

STATE OF MARYLAND

DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION

DATE: June 6, 2024

DATE BIDS DUE: July 12, 2024 TIME: 1:00 P.M.

BIDS WILL BE OPENED ONLINE via eMMA

LOCATION: THIS IS AN ONLINE SOLICITATION ONLY! All bids to be submitted on eMMA.

NOTE: You are strongly urged to attend the pre-bid site visit in order to understand the scope of work. Those attending shall meet on June 28, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., Mt Nebo State Park, 1728 Kings Run Road, Garrett, MD 21550, Garrett County.

Please make any reasonable ADA accommodation requests for attending the pre-bid meeting directly to the Procurement Officer via email by June 21, 2024 @ 2pm.

If you cannot attend or need directions to the pre-bid visit or for clarification of the specifications, please contact:

PROJECT MANAGER: Derek McFarland Cell (301) 338-0906

Name and address of Procurement Officer: Perry Otwell

Dept. of Natural Resources

Tawes State Office Building, D-3

Annapolis, Maryland 21401

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INFORMATION TO BIDDERS

- PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY -

SOLICITATION No. BPM044784 PROJECT No. EC24-09206-43

Title: Pole & Cold Storage Exterior Renovations, Mt. Nebo State Park, 1728 Kings Run Road, Garrett, MD 21550, Garrett County

Minority Businesses Are Encouraged to Respond to this Solicitation

For the purpose of this solicitation the Instructions to Bidders have been supplemented by the following:

1. NOTICE TO BIDDERS:

A. The bid due date for this solicitation is: July 12, 2024 @ 1:00 p.m.

B. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for June 28, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Mt. Nebo State

Park, 1728 Kings Run Road, Garrett, MD 21550,Garrett County.

Please email any requests for reasonable ADA Accommodations by June 21, 2024 @ 2pm via email to Shenika.jackson2@maryland.gov.

C. Carefully review the Information to Bidders and Terms & Conditions which is attached to and made part of this solicitation.

D. The project classification for this solicitation is: Under $100,000.00

E. If you have any questions regarding this solicitation, contact the Procurement

Officer, Perry Otwell at (410)260-8911 or by email at:

perry.otwell@maryland.gov. Please submit all questions regarding this project in writing by emailing Shenika Jackson, Shenika.jackson2@maryland.gov. All questions shall be submitted by July 8, 2024, by 2:00 p.m. to allow time for the Project Manager to respond to the questions.

2. BID FORMS:

A. The bidder shall submit his/her bid upon the blank form(s) furnished by the Department for this particular contract, to include the Bid Form, Bid Proposal Affidavit, Contract Affidavit, Conflict of Interest Affidavit, Bid Offeror Information Sheet, and any added Addendum. The bidder shall state prices in dollars and cents, in both words and numerals. If there is any conflict between the written words and the numerals, the written words shall govern unless circumstances apparent on the face of the bid make it clear the contractor intended the bid to be based in the amount stated by the numerals.

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B. The bid form(s) shall be filled out in ink or typed. Any erasures and/or alterations shall be initialed in ink by the signer. All bid documents shall be uploaded to eMMA as one attachment.

C. The bid form, if submitted by an individual, shall be signed by the individual; if submitted by a partnership, it shall be signed by such member or members of the partnership as having authority to bind the partnership;

if submitted by a corporation, it shall be signed by an officer, and attested by the corporate secretary or an assistant corporate secretary. If not signed by an officer, as aforesaid, there must be attached a copy of that portion of the By-Laws or a copy of a Board resolution, duly certified by the corporate secretary, showing the authority of the person so signing on behalf of the corporation.

D. Any contractor calling itself a “joint venture” shall be, as between the contractor and the State, an ordinary partnership, whose partners are liable to the State as provided in Corporations and Associations Article §9- 307 of the Annotated Code of Maryland.

3. BID OPENING:

A. This is an ONLINE SOLICITATION ONLY. Please do not mail or deliver the bid packets. Bid documents and all attachments must be submitted online to the solicitation via eMMA https://emma.maryland.gov.

4. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

A. If the State of Maryland or other regulatory body requires a license or certificate to perform the services required, please provide the copy of license number and date of issuance in submission with other required documentation. A copy must be mailed or faxed.

5. COMPLETION TIME AND LIQUIDATED DAMAGES:

A. The Contractor agrees that the price will be firm for a time period of ninety

(90) calendar days from the bid opening date to execution of the contract by the State. The work shall be completed within 120 calendar days from the date of notice to proceed. If the work is not completed within the time period specified, the contractor will be liable for liquidated damages of $350.00 per calendar day as specified in the “General Conditions”.

6. AWARD AND EXECUTION OF THE CONTRACT:

A. The basis of award will be to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest Base Bid amount excluding any alternates not awarded. All Unit Prices listed will be evaluated and awarded.

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B. If notified by the Procurement Officer of Intent to Award the following must be provided to the Department of Natural Resources, Engineering & Construction, D-3, 580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401:

(1) Certificate of Insurance

(2) Contract Affidavit (unless submitted with bid response)

Failure to submit these documents within 10 days of the notification of “Intent to Award” may result in the rejection of your bid.

C. Upon review and approval of the Department and/or the Board of Public Works an executed contract will be mailed to the Contractor. The Contract issued as a result of the Bid Solicitation and any subsequent amendments, modifications or options issued relevant to the Bid Solicitation or Contract, shall comply with all of the terms, conditions and specifications issued with the Bid Solicitation and are incorporated in and made part of the Contract.

7. ALL NON-RESIDENT BIDDERS:

A. Provide information with your bid as required by Section 12.A (3) of the Instruction to Bidders.

8. PAYMENT TO CONTRACTORS:

PAYMENT OF STATE OBLIGATIONS:

A. Payments to the Contractor pursuant to this Contract shall be made no later than 30 days after the State’s receipt of a proper invoice from the Contractor. Charges for late payment of invoices, other than as prescribed by Title 15, Subtitle 1, of the State Finance and Procurement Article, Annotated Code of Maryland, or by the Public Service Commission of Maryland with respect to regulated public utilities, as applicable, are prohibited.

9. ELECTRONIC TRANSACTION FEE:

A.) Contractor shall pay an electronic transaction fee to the State in the amount of one percent (1%) of the total contract sales. The electronic transaction fee is calculated based on all sales transacted under the contract, minus any returns or credits. The electronic transaction fee shall not be charged directly to the customer, e.g., as a separate line item, fee or surcharge, but shall be included in the contract’s unit prices.

B.) The electronic transaction fee shall be submitted to the Office of State

Procurement: Fiscal Services Division, 301 W. Preston Street, Room 1309

Baltimore, MD, 21201 No later than Forty-five (45) calendar days after the

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C.) Failure to remit transaction fees in a timely manner or remittance of fees inconsistent with the contract’s requirements may result in the State exercising all recourse available under the contract including, but not limited to, a third-party analysis of all contract activity. d. Prior to Award, Contractors will be asked to confirm in writing that their unit prices include the one percent

(1%) electronic transaction fee.

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IV. DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS

A. SCOPE

1. This project consists of the contractor providing all labor, equipment, materials, supplies, insurance, etc., to renovate the exterior finishes on the pole building and cold storage garage located at, Mt. Nebo WMA maintenance facility, 1728 Kings

Run Rd., Garett Co., MD 21550.

2. The proposed project shall include but is not limited to the following:

a. Pole Building work:

i. Remove approximately 2200 SF of corrugated fiberglass siding/roofing on the pole constructed storage building.

ii. Remove approximately 165SF of vinyl siding on both gables.

Note: The south gable has a shed roof attached that shall remain.

iii. Inspect and replace all unsuitable roof purlins. This shall be compensated under unit price #1.

iv. Inspect and replace all unsuitable rafters. This shall be compensated under unit price #2.

v. Inspect and replace all unsuitable sidewall and gable purlins. This shall be compensated under unit price #3.

vi. Sister additional 2x10 timber to truss carrying beam.

Approximately 100LF.

vii. Install approximately 1400 SF of G-Rib 26 gage, metal roofing.

viii. Install approximately 50LF of K style 6” gutter and 20 LF of 3x4 down spouting.

ix. Install Approximately 1200SF of G-Rib metal siding. To include rake/corner molding and sidewall flashing.

b. Cold Storage building work:

i. Remove approximately 350 SF of aluminum lap siding on the

Gable ends of structure.

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ii. Inspect and replace unsuitable sheathing on gables. This shall be compensated under unit price #4.

iii. Install approximately 350 SF of new underlayment and vinyl lap siding on the gable ends.

iv. Scrape loose paint and mechanically remove all loose mortar and caulk on CMU block structure. Prepare structure for mortar repair, waterproofing application, new caulking and paint. Approximately

2800 SF. Mortar repair shall be compensated under Unit Price

#5.

v. Scrape and prepare hollow metal door and frame for painting.

Entrance door size is 3’-0”x6’-8”.

vi. Scrape and prepare specified metal garage door for painting.

Garage door size is 12’-0”x12’0”. Replace door weather seals on all three (3) doors.

vii. Remove and replace loose and deteriorated window glazing putty and caulking. Six (6) windows 49”x 50”

viii. Replace mortar in joints in previously prepared block. Mortar repair shall be compensated under Unit Price #5.

ix. Re-caulk all windows, doors, construction joints, concrete expansion joints.

x. Waterproof the bottom four (4) courses of block with through-seal around the entire perimeter of the building. Approximately 600SF.

xi. Repaint all previously prepared surfaces with specified paint and color.

c. Clean up and properly dispose of all debris from construction work.

3. Unit prices:

a. Unit Price # 1 – Roof Purlin Lumber – 1x3” The removal and replacement of damaged / deteriorated 1 x 3 treated roof purlins.

b. Unit Price # 2 – Roof Truss framing Replacement – 2x6” Remove & replace miscellaneous damaged / deteriorated rafter and truss framing members.

c. Unit Price # 3 – Sidewall Replacement Purlin – 2x4” Remove & replace miscellaneous damaged / deteriorated 2x4” treated boards.

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d. Unit Price #4 – Replacement sheathing - Remove and replace damaged / deteriorated sheathing.

e. Unit Price # 5 – Mortar repair - Re-pointing of loose / missing / deteriorated block masonry mortar.

NOTE: All quantities listed above as approximate shall be confirmed by the contractor for the purpose of bidding. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to determine the exact quantities.

B. QUALIFICATIONS OF THE CONTRACTOR

1. The contractor shall be licensed in the state of Maryland to perform work associated with this project.

2. The contractor shall have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience performing construction work of a similar nature.

3. Upon request, the contractor shall supply to the DNR project manager a list of similar projects which have been successfully completed by the contractor.

C. SITE INSPECTION

1. It is suggested the contractor visit the job site and is encouraged to attend the pre-bid conference meeting and familiarize themselves with all the requirements for the project. Failure to attend the meeting, or visit the site, will not relieve the successful bidder from complying with the requirements of these specifications at no additional cost to the state.

2. The contractor shall investigate and satisfy themselves as to the conditions affecting the work, including but not limited to access and physical conditions at the site, the conformation and conditions of the ground, the character of the equipment and facilities needed preliminary to and during prosecution of the work.

3. No allowance will be made for errors on the contractor’s part for failure to take account of any conditions or circumstances existing that might affect the specified work.

4. Please coordinate any unscheduled site visits with the facility by calling; Mt.

Nebo WMA Area manager Beau Emmerson (301) 334-4255.

D. SCHEDULE OF WORK

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1. All work shall be coordinated with the DNR project manager and facility manager during the work initiation meeting.

2. Work shall be accomplished during the normal working hours of 08:00 – 16:00

EST, Monday – Friday, unless written permission is given by the Area Manager to do otherwise.

3. The site is an active work environment and needs to always remain open to Mt.

Nebo staff.

4. All work is to be completed within 120 calendar days of the notice to proceed issuance.

E. STANDARDS AND CODES

1. All work shall be performed in a top-quality workmanship manner in accordance with the standard of the trade.

2. Prior to ordering any materials, the contractor shall submit to the DNR project manager for approval of all manufacturer’s product data sheets and installation books.

3. Any materials that have not been specifically mentioned, but are necessary for the complete, safe, and satisfactory completion of the project shall be provided by the contractor as if specified herein.

4. The contractor shall comply with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health

Administration) and MOSHA (Maryland Occupational Safety and Health

Administration) regulations regarding construction safety and health standards throughout the duration of this project.

5. All work shall be performed in accordance with applicable code requirements and standards as defined by the “Maryland Building Performance Standards” (MBPS), and the latest editions of the:

• International Building Code (IBC)

• International Residential Code (IRC)

• International Plumbing Code (IPC)

• International Mechanical Code (IMC)

• National Electric Code (NEC)

• International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)

• National Fire Protection Association 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA)

• Maryland Department of Transportation – State Highway

Administration’s (SHA) Standards and Specifications for Construction and

Materials

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And any local amendments or modifications to the standards made by the local jurisdictions which may be applicable to the work.

F. MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES

1. General:

a. All materials shall be as specified or approved equal by the DNR Project

Manager. In the event the Contractor chooses to substitute materials other than those specified, the Contractor shall submit to the Project Manager all pertinent data to determine the “or-equal” rating, at least ten (10) days prior to the bid opening. The Project Engineer will make the decision and notify the Contractor within five (5) days of receipt of this information as to the “as-equal” status.

b. All materials shall be new and delivered to the job site in their original unopened containers with labels intact and legible.

c. The Contractor shall be responsible for the coordination, off-loading and proper storage of all materials and supplies up until the time of the final inspection.

d. Materials shall be stored in a safe area, out of the way of traffic. Storage site location shall be approved by the Facility Manager prior to the storage of any materials on site. All materials and supplies shall be stored up off of the ground surface and protected from weather with a waterproof covering. Any Special storage instructions required by the material manufacturer shall be performed by the Contractor as if specified herein.

e. Any materials not specifically mentioned that are necessary for the complete, safe, satisfactory completion of the project shall be provided by the Contractor as if specified herein.

f. The contractor shall perform any special storage instruction required by the material manufacturer as if specified herein.

2. Specific:

a. Pole Building Materials:

Pre-Approved metal panel & trim Manufacturers, ABM, EVERLAST, FABRAL, CN Metals. Contractor shall submit an approved equal to DNR project manager for approval.

i. Roofing, Gable, and Sidewall panels shall be a minimum of 26 Gauge, G-

Rib with a 36” Coverage – 9” Rib Spacing – ¾” High Rib. Panels shall be

0ne (1) continuous eve to ridge. Panel shall be Slate in color as produced

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ii. Roof Fasteners: Shall be zinc plated steel hex washer head roofing screws, installed at a maximum of 12” on center. Shall include metal washer with self-sealing neoprene washers. Must meet the standards set forth by the roof panel manufacturer’s installation guide.

iii. Additional Hardware: All Hardware for securing roof slats, etc. shall be rated for exterior use and match, where applicable, in stye, color, etc.

existing hardware on the Barn Building.

iv. Metal Rake/Corner Trim, J-channel, Sidewall Flashing and Ridge Cap:

Shall be 5-1/2” Rake/ Corner Trim supplied by roof manufacturer for specific roof style. J-channel shall be supplied by roof/ siding manufacturer, sized to receive specified siding metal. Sidewall Flashing shall be supplied by roof/ siding manufacture for specific metal style.

Ridge cap shall be 14” cap supplied by roof /siding manufacture for specific roof style. To be installed per manufacturer’ s installation guide.

Color to match roofing panels.

v. Gutter shall be 6” “K style” aluminum .032 minimum gauge seamless, white in color. Hidden hangers to be used for installation. Downspouts shall be 3”x4” aluminum .027 minimum gauge, all elbows, straps, hangers, and screws shall be specifically used for the specified downspouts. White in color.

vi. Roof Purlin Lumber: Shall be treated yellow pine 1 x 3”, to include all necessary hardware. Unit Price #1. Shall be field verified.

vii. Roof Truss Framing Replacement Lumber shall be #2 SPF treated

1”x6”.Unit Price #2. Shall be field verified.

viii. Sidewall replacement purlin shall be #2 SPF treated 2”x4”. Unit Price #3.

Shall be field verified.

ix. Carrying beam sister framing shall be SPF #2 treated 2x10.

x. Fastening bolts shall be 3/8”x 4” galvanized course thread hex bolt, washers, and nuts. Note: The bolt length shall capture the entire thickness of carrying beam and support posts and may require substitutions in length. The contractor shall adjust the bolt length to achieve this requirement.

b. Cold storage Building Materials:

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i. Gable siding and accessories shall be Certainteed, MainStreet, 8”

Clapboard lap siding or approved equal. Color to be determined by project manager from supplied samples provided by contractor.

ii. Replacement sheathing shall be of the same thickness as the original. Unit price #4.

iii. Metal and vinyl gable Underlayment shall be 15# synthetic woven roof felt as manufactured by Grip Rite or approved equal.

iv. Mortar shall be Type S, mixed with masonry sand at a 2:1 ratio. Unit

Price #5.

v. Waterproofing coating shall be Master seal 581 waterproof cement-based coating for concrete and masonry or approved equal.

vi. Garage door seals shall be PVC, solid 2”, white, appropriately sized per application. As manufactured by Frost King or approved equal.

vii. Caulking for windows, doors, expansion joints, and perimeter, shall be

Dymonic FC as manufactured by Tremco or approved equal. Color to be determined by DNR Project Manager.

viii. Window Glazing compound shall be ‘33’ window glazing as manufactured by DAP or approved equal.

ix. Exterior paint for the block shall be exterior latex Super Paint as manufactured by Sherwin-Williams or approved equal. Color to be determined by Project Manager.

x. Door Paint shall be Super Paint Exterior Acrylic Latex as manufactured by

Sherwin-Williams or approved equal. Color to be selected by samples provided by contractor. Color to be determined by Project Manager.

G. METHOD OF WORK

1. General:

a. All work shall be performed as called for in these written specifications.

b. The contractor shall coordinate all work with the various trades and suppliers to complete the project expeditiously and within the time limits of the contract.

c. All work shall be performed in the best and most professional manner by skilled mechanics in their respective trade.

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d. All work shall be performed to minimize disruption to facility operations.

It is understood that the contractor shall maintain accessibility for vehicular and pedestrian traffic throughout the project.

e. The contractor shall provide, install and maintain adequate barricades, signs, safety precautions, etc., necessary to ensure public safety as approved by the facility manager.

f. Throughout the duration of the project, the contractor shall take steps to ensure building security and adequate protection for state property.

g. The contractor shall be responsible for the removal and disposal of all debris generated from construction throughout the duration of the project.

h. Upon completion of the project, the contractor shall legally dispose of all excess materials and debris, leaving the site in a broom swept condition.

i. The contractor shall take steps to ensure a weatherproof roof, building security, minimum disruption to electric service, and adequate protection for state property.

j. Any work that has not been specifically mentioned but is reasonably implied and is necessary for the safe and satisfactory completion of the project, shall be performed by the contractor as if specified herein.

k. The contractor shall adhere to OSHA-MOSHA regulations throughout the project to ensure the safety of their employees, state employees, and the public in general.

l. Mt. Nebo WMA is a public facility; all materials, equipment, portable toilets, etc., shall be stored inside of safety fencing. The state will not be held responsible for any theft, vandalism, disturbance, etc. caused

/allowed due to lack of proper protection of the work site or materials.

2. Specific:

a. Pole Building work:

i. Remove the existing fiberglass roof and sidewall panel system in its entirety. This shall include, but is not limited to fiberglass

Roofing/ Sidewall, flashing, vents, drip edge, etc. Dispose of the panels and off site. If the panels need to be kept on site overnight, then they must be stored behind safety fencing or in a dumpster.

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ii. Remove the vinyl siding that covers the gable ends of pole structure (approximately 165 SF) Note: On the south gable there is a steel shed roof addition attached to the main structure, this shall remain and not be replaced. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to protect all surfaces that are to be reused.

No allowances for damages will be made.

iii. Inspect the exposed roof / sidewall / gable purlins and framing members for rot, decay, or damage. If any issues or concerns are uncovered, notify the Project Manager. Re-nail any suitable loose purlins pull out or drive down any protruding nails or fasteners.

iv. Sister additional 2x10 to the exterior side of existing 2x10 truss carrying beam (approximately 100 LF). Fasten new timber to the existing with specified bolts using 2x by 2’ on center intervals.

Stagger construction joints a minimum of 72” from the previous course of 2x10 carrying beam taking care to ensure that NO joints occur above the support pole/beam intersection. Note: where the beam and posts intersect, ensure the bolts are long enough to bolt through ALL framing members.

v. At the direction of the Project Manager, replace any rafters that are deteriorated or have detrimental water damage using Unit Price

#2.

vi. At the direction of the Project Manager, replace any additional

1”X3” roof purlins that are damaged or deteriorated using Unit

Price #1. Taking care to leave suitable existing 1”X3” purlins in place as much as possible. Maintain the established interval of 2’

O.C. taking care to stagger construction joints between purlin courses.

vii. Install 2”x4” sidewall purlins along the Southwest side of the

25’x18’ shed addition maintaining 2’ on center intervals. This shall be part of the base bid contract and WILL NOT be compensated under Unit Price #3. Approximately 250LF.

viii. At the direction of the Project Manager, replace any additional

2”x4” sidewall purlins that are damaged or deteriorated or missing using Unit Price #3. Taking care to leave suitable existing 2”X4” purlins in place as much as possible. Maintain the established interval of 2’ O.C. taking care include all blocking necessary required to install J-channel, flashing, and finish trim.

ix. Install the roof panels along the entire roof deck in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Panels shall run full length from 1” below eave to ridge. Secure panels to purlins with manufacturers recommended pre-finished screw fasteners.

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x. Prepare the gable siding installation by attaching flashing for shed roof (approx. 25LF), installing 15# felt, and fastening the J-channel along top of sidewall and gable eves per manufactures recommendations.

xi. Install the sidewall panels vertically along the Gable, Northwest, and Southwest sides. Panels shall be installed a minimum of 12” above grade and extend to the top plate. Secure panels to purlins with manufacturers recommended pre-finished screw fasteners.

xii. Steel panels may be cut with straight-cut snips, electric or pneumatic shears, a portable profile shear, or an electric nibbler.

DO NOT CUT WITH CIRCULAR SAW OR METAL CUTTING

ABRASIVE BLADE.

xiii. Install new ridge cap, gable trim and corner trim as directed by the roof manufacturers written installation instructions.

xiv. Contractor shall install new specified seamless gutter along the

East eve of structure. Ensuring positive flow to downspout drop.

Properly fasten gutter with specified hangers and fittings. All gutter fittings shall be fastened with colored aluminum pop rivets or screws to match the gutter. Gutter fittings shall be sealed with premium grade silicon to ensure a watertight installation. Gutter hangers shall be installed 2’ O.C.

xv. Install new specified downspouts ensuring positive flow away from building. Properly fasten downspouts, utilizing proper brackets for that application. All down spout fittings shall be fastened with colored aluminum pop rivets or screws.

b. Cold storage Building Work:

i. Remove aluminum siding and accessories on both gables. Pullout or drive in any loose or protruding nails. Inspect sheathing and at the direction of the project manager replace any unsuitable sheathing using Unit Price #4. Reattach any loose sheathing to produce a clean, flat, stable surface.

ii. Install underlayment according to manufacturer recommendations.

Install vinyl J-channel and starter strip. Install specified vinyl siding according to manufacturer recommendations. Seal using color matched sealant approved by manufacturer.

iii. Scrape exterior block surfaces removing any loose paint or caulking taking care to properly prepare the bottom four (4)

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iv. Mechanically remove any loose mortar. Mortar removal shall be removed to a depth of 1” and the full width of joint. Parge area of repair with acid water mix and neutralize solution. Apply new mortar and strike off. This will be compensated under Unit Price

#5.

v. Scrape and sand hollow metal door and frame, remove any loose caulk around door frame.

vi. Scrape and sand the southernmost garage door. Remove all side and top weather seals from all garage doors for replacement.

vii. Remove all loose and unsuitable glazing putty from six (6) aluminum “dig and putty” windows. Reglaze with Dap ‘33’ per manufacturer recommendations. (Approximately 32 LF per window)

viii. Apply specified waterproofing coating to the bottom four (4) courses above grade, per manufacturers recommendations.

ix. Apply two (2) coats of specified paint to the block, garage doors, and entrance door. Taking care to ensure coverage. Additional coats may be required for proper coverage and weatherproofing.

x. Replace weather seals on garage doors using manufacturers recommendations.

xi. Caulk man door frame, window perimeters, and all expansion joints using specified caulking. Note: caulk shall be color matched per application.

H. WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE

1. The Contractor shall guarantee in writing his/her work for a period of two (2) years from the date of acceptance.

2. Any defects found within the warranty period shall be repaired or replaced by the

Contractor at no additional cost to the State.

3. Upon completion, the Contractor shall submit to the DNR Project Manager the

Roof manufacturer’s printed warranty and systems used on the project.

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4. Acceptance by the DNR Project Manager of any procedures, materials, workmanship, or final product does not relive the Contractor of his/her contractual requirements.

5. All work is Subject to inspection and approval of the DNR Project Manager and

Facility Manager.

I. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1. The Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources “Instructions to Bidders for

Construction Projects and General Conditions of Contract between Owners and

Contractors”, revised August 2013, are hereby made part of these specifications.

2. All work shall be coordinated with the Park Manager and DNR Project Manager during the work initiation meeting.

3. Work shall be accomplished during the normal working hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless permission is given in writing by the

Facility Manager to do otherwise.

4. The completed project is subject to the inspection and approval of the Park

Manager and DNR Project Manager.

5. The requirements stated in the latest edition of the Department of General

Services” Instructions to Bidders for Construction Projects- General Conditions” are hereby made a part of these documents.

6. At the meeting for Substantial Completion, or prior to that time, the Contractor shall submit to the Project Manager three (3) sets of Close Out Documents:

a. Warranties, extended warranties, etc.

b. Operations and maintenance Manuals required under the contract.

J. METHOD OF BIDDING

1. All bids shall be submitted online via eMaryland Marketplace Advantage

(eMMA) https://emma.maryland.gov (NO PAPER BIDS!)

2. On eMaryland Marketplace Advantage opposite “Total Bid”, the Contractor shall insert a lump sum bid to complete all work described herein. Bid amount must also coincide on the Bid Form attached and all supporting documents completed to be a full and valid bid.

3. The project will be awarded to the Contractor submitting the lowest Base Bid demonstrating the ability to fulfill the requirement for this project.

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4. See Section V “Alternates and Unit Prices” for additional bidding requirements.

K. METHOD OF PAYMENT

1. After satisfactory completion and acceptance of the work, the Contractor shall submit an invoice to the DNR Project Manager for processing and payment.

2. Payments shall be made in accordance with General Conditions, Terms and

Conditions.

V. ALTERNATES AND UNIT PRICES

ALTERNATES:

None

1. UNIT PRICES:

a. Unit price #1- 1”x3” Roof Purlin Lumber – Shall be calculated by an estimated 3000 LF x (cost per linear foot) =Total cost of roof purlin replacement.

b. Unit price #2- 2”x6” Roof Truss framing Replacement – Shall be calculated by an estimated 75 LF x (cost per linear foot) = Total cost of roof truss framing replacement.

c. Unit price #3- 2”x4” Sidewall Replacement Purlin – Shall be calculated by an estimated 75 LF x (cost per linear foot) = Total cost of sidewall purlin replacement.

d. Unit price #4 Replacement sheathing – Shall be calculated by an estimated 40 SF x (cost per square foot) = Total cost of sheathing replacement.

e. Unit price #5 Mortar repair – Shall be calculated by an estimated 80 LF x (cost per linear foot) =Total cost of mortar repair.

VI. DRAWINGS / PHOTO’S

The images are attached and should be considered part of these specifications.