412 Blvd of the Allies City Offices Build-out & Construction

The City of Pittsburgh's Department of Public Works is seeking bids for a comprehensive office build-out and construction project located at 412 Boulevard of the Allies. The procurement involves interior renovations across multiple building floors, including the Lower Level, 1st Floor, and 2nd through 4th Floors, which will transform existing spaces into modern municipal office environments. The project will be executed using multiple potential contracting scenarios: general contractors with sub-contractors, multi-prime contractors, or a combination approach, with separate contracts for General, Electrical, Mechanical (HVAC), and Plumbing work. The primary deliverables include comprehensive interior renovations involving selective demolition, construction of business and assembly spaces, and installation of high-performance infrastructure designed to achieve LEED Silver certification. The solicitation was released on August 16, 2022, with a bid deadline of October 10, 2022, at 2:00 pm, and the project is expected to take 180 calendar days after notice to proceed. Bidders must provide a bid bond equal to 5% of their total bid and demonstrate compliance with Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements, with hourly rates ranging from $22.37 to $45.11 depending on job classification.

The project appears to encourage participation from diverse contractors, with potential set-aside considerations and opportunities for local and disadvantaged business enterprises. Funding for the project is anticipated to come from federal sources, potentially including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, which typically carry additional compliance requirements for local and small businesses. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage and comply with federal regulations including equal opportunity guidelines, Section 3 requirements, and clean construction diesel operations standards. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the project involves comprehensive renovations across multiple trades with significant technical infrastructure improvements, suggesting a substantial investment. The City will award contracts based on the combined lowest total bids for City and Common Areas, with a maximum of four total contractors. Liquidated damages of $500 per day will be assessed for timeline delays, indicating the project's strict performance expectations. Performance and payment bonds will be required for 100% of the contract amount, further emphasizing the project's financial and operational rigor.