CEMENT BLOCK WALLS - Heritage IRA

The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is requesting quotes for removal and installation of cement block walls at the Heritage IRA facility in Wassaic, Dutchess County, with proposals due November 13, 2026 by 8:00 p.m. and a mandatory site visit on October 30, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. This is a public work project subject to New York Labor Law Article 8, requiring all contractors and subcontractors to register with the New York State Department of Labor under Section 220-i.

The scope encompasses complete removal and off-site disposal of three existing exterior cement block walls, installation of new 8"x8"x16" cement blocks and mortar to preexisting height, removal and reinstallation of existing Bilco doors and wooden staircases, backfill and compaction of soil, and sealing of Bilco doors to prevent water penetration. The contractor must provide all materials (cement blocks, mortar, exterior screws, masonry anchors, hardware), labor, material disposal fees, and site cleanup as a single line-item quote. Work must be completed within 60 days of purchase order receipt, performed Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., and remain continuous once initiated. The facility remains occupied; contractors must coordinate with the House Director and Plant Superintendent to ensure resident and staff safety. The contractor is liable for any property or lawn damage caused during work, including from material delivery or vehicle parking.

Proposal pricing must remain valid for 90 days after the bid due date. Questions are due November 6, 2026, with official responses provided November 9, 2026. Bidders must submit Federal ID and New York State SFS Vendor ID numbers, official company name and address, email, and indicate whether registered as minority- or woman-owned.