Potter Stewart, Courtroom 805 Renovation - AV and Technology Systems

This project is for the renovation of an existing courtroom in the Potter Stewart U.S. Courthouse in Cincinnati, OH. The project will include selective demolition of existing millwork elements, replacement of these elements with new millwork to match existing, modification of the existing judge's bench, selective reinforcement of existing walls to support portraits, replacement of carpet and window treatment throughout, refinish of the wall behind the bench, and a general A/V upgrade with related HVAC and electrical work. This project will involve the renovation of approximately 2,800 USF of existing space. The millwork required will be particularly extensive and is expected to comprise roughly 20% of the project. The millwork design is historical in nature while compatible with modern technology. The millwork must be installed pursuant to Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) Architectural Woodwork Standards.

The contract completion time for this project is one hundred and twenty (120) calendar days from receipt of notice to proceed. The estimated construction cost is between $500,000 and $1,000,000. This is a negotiated, best value procurement.

The contractor is to provide all management, supervision, manpower, equipment and supplies necessary for this project. The proposed contract is being solicited as a Small Business Set Aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction). The Request for Proposal will be issued on or about November 12, 2015.

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