Thomaston Cold Storage Building Addendum 2.pdf

This addendum document pertains to a roof replacement project for YWCA Hartford Region located at 135 Broad Street, Hartford, Connecticut, under ITB No. 37653. The project scope includes removal of existing gravel and saturated insulation, installation of a 0.060 mil TPO membrane roofing system over modified bituminous substrate, replacement of roof drains with cast iron assemblies, installation of new skylight domes with curbs and flashing, high-density cover board to accommodate future solar array, new walk path pads, and repair and repointing of masonry at fin walls and base flashing. The project encompasses five roof zones with varying insulation thicknesses. Sealed bids are due July 8, 2026 at noon, with a mandatory site walkthrough scheduled for July 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Questions from bidders must be submitted by July 2, 2026 at 1:00 PM. Work is limited to Monday through Friday during regular business hours while occupied areas remain operational, with coordination required for existing roof-mounted HVAC units and roof-area access via ladders or stair towers.

The project is 100 percent state-funded through the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, triggering mandatory prevailing wage compliance. A minimum 25 percent set-aside for DAS-certified subcontractors is required, of which 6.25 percent must be allocated to minority-, women-, and disabled-owned businesses. Bidders must provide a 5 percent bid bond, proof of EPA certification for lead-related work, and coordinate with the City of Hartford for permit requirements. Performance, labor and material, and payment bonds are required prior to award. Insurance requirements include $1 million commercial umbrella per occurrence with $2 million general aggregate, with both YWCA Hartford Region and the State of Connecticut named as additional insured. The manufacturer's warranty must be at least 20 years with minimum installation warranty as specified. Bids remain valid for 90 days, and 5 percent retainage applies to all payments. Award will be based on lowest responsible and qualified bid considering contractor experience, comprehensiveness and quality, submitted costs, and factors supporting efficient facilities management. The contract uses AIA Document A107-2007.