FY26 Dock Leveler Services Scope of Work B-51561.docx

SCOPE OF WORK

FY26 Dock Leveler Services for the Elisabeth Ludeman Center BidBuy Bid # B-51561

1. DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES AND SERVICES

1.1. SUPPLIES AND/OR SERVICES REQUIRED:

The Vendor shall provide Dock Leveler Services for the Elisabeth Ludeman Center, 114 N. Orchard Drive, Park Forest, IL 60466 as described below:

1.1.1 Dock Pit Concrete and Curb Angle Replacement

1.1.1.1 Break up concrete; remove all curb steel; frame out new pit; pour new concrete; install rebar; install new curb steel; re-install dock leveler.

1.1.2 Dock Leveler Replacement

1.1.2.1 Furnish and install 6’ x 8’ mechanical dock leveler; 35,000-pound capacity; 20” lip; pair of vertical dock bumpers.

1.1.2.2 Welding and anchoring as needed.

1.1.2.3 Test for proper operation.

1.1.2 Dock Shelter Replacement

1.1.2.1 Demolition of current dock shelter and buildouts, and haul for proper disposal.

1.1.2.2 Furnish and install soft-sided dock shelter with 40oz heavy-duty vinyl, draft pads, header curtain, cantilevered dock buildouts, and new mounting hardware.

1.1.2.3 Test for proper operation.

1.2. MILESTONES AND DELIVERABLES: Vendor shall not perform services, provide supplies or incur expenses in amount exceeding the amount shown in this Section, unless the State has authorized a higher amount in writing prior to the Vendor performing the services, providing the supplies, or incurring the expenses.

1.3. VENDOR / STAFF SPECIFICATIONS:

1.3.1. Work that is unsatisfactory will immediately be called to the attention of the Vendor and corrections will be made at the Vendor’s expense.

1.3.2. Vendor’s employees shall observe and obey all traffic regulations of the Center. Vehicles in violation of Center regulations may be towed from facility at owner’s expense.

1.3.3. The Vendor shall be in compliance with all applicable State/Federal laws, rules, regulations and standards which include, but are not limited to, OSHA standards.

1.3.4. Vendor’s employees shall observe and obey rules and regulations governing the behavior of Center employees, including State/Civil and local Center rules and regulations.

1.3.5. The Vendor shall have their representative report to the Center’s Chief Engineer hazardous conditions and items in need of repair, etc.

1.3.6. All services performed at the Center shall be safeguarded while work is in progress so as to not pose a safety or security risk to the residents, employees or visitors.

1.3.7. Vendor shall hold the Center blameless in any suit, action, claim, demand, lien, loss, damage, fire, judgment or decree, and any expenses in connection with the services performed by a staff of the Vendor. The Vendor shall be liable for any damages to the Center’s buildings, walks, roadways, trees, equipment, shrubs or turf, caused by the activities of his/her staff. The Vendor shall complete all necessary repairs or replacements within thirty (30) days of the notification by the Center. If Vendor fails to make said repairs or replacements, the Center shall make necessary repairs or replacements and deduct the cost from the Vendor’s billing(s).

1.3.8. Vendor shall, at all times during the term and any renewals maintain and provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the State as additionally insured for all required bonds and insurance. Certificates may not be modified or canceled until at least 30 days’ notice has been provided to the State. Vendor shall provide: (a) General Commercial Liability occurrence form in amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence (Combined Single Limit Bodily Injury and Property Damage) and $2,000,000 Annual Aggregate; (b) Auto Liability, including Hired Auto and Non-owned Auto, (Combined Single Limit Bodily Injury and Property Damage) in amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence; and (c) Worker’s Compensation Insurance in amount required by law. Insurance shall not limit Vendor’s obligation to indemnify, defend, or settle any claim. Copies of the certificate shall be submitted with the Contract.

1.3.9. Vendor’s staff must carry identification cards, supplied by the Vendor, at all times.

1.3.10. Vendor agrees to remove any of its staff from work under this contract that the Center finds unacceptable for duty, at the Center’s request.

1.3.11. The Contract Manager is the Chief Engineer, or designee.