RFP Final.pdf

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Mid-Hudson Library System Board of Trustees for a construction improvement project focused on structured cabling system installation and second floor renovations at the library's office building located at 103 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, New York. Bidding documents became available beginning Monday, October 19th, 2026, and are accessible both in person during business hours (Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM) and by email request to cherron@midhudson.org. Sealed bids submitted in duplicate are due on or before Monday, November 9th at 1:00 PM at the Library System Headquarters. This is a single prime contract for construction services, and no bidder may withdraw their bid within 120 days following the bid opening. Any bids received after the opening time will be rejected, and bids may only be withdrawn prior to the opening.

The Mid-Hudson Library System requires all contractors to be registered with the New York State Department of Labor Contractor Registry and to comply with prevailing wage rate requirements for this project. A Performance Bond is required upon contract execution, while the Security Bid Bond or deposit and Labor & Material Payment Bond requirements have been waived. The System is pursuing reimbursement through the federal E-Rate program for eligible project components and expects contractor cooperation with this initiative. No minority/women business enterprise (MWBE), service-disabled veteran-owned business (SDVOB), or disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) contracting goals have been established for this procurement. No business enterprises have been awarded identical or substantially similar contracts within the past five years, and no incumbent contractor information is noted.