Central power plant floor, walls, and ceiling sealing painting

The Rhode Island Department of Administration, Division of Capitol Asset Management and Maintenance is seeking proposals for a comprehensive painting and coating project at the Central Power Plant located at 15 Power Road in Cranston, Rhode Island. The procurement involves the complete removal of existing coatings and paints, including lead-based paint abatement, followed by the installation of new coatings and paints on multiple surfaces including floors, interior and exterior walls, ceilings, metal railings, stairs, and structural members. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 13, 2024, at 9:00 AM EST, with a vendor question period running from August 5 to August 15, 2024. Proposals are due electronically through the Ocean State Procures system by September 25, 2024, at 10:00 AM EDT. Vendors must submit a base bid price covering all specified work, including bond costs, and provide unit pricing for potential change orders. The project timeline spans from October 2024 to September 2025, with substantial completion targeted for June 2025 and final completion by September 2025. Bidders must provide a 5% bid surety bond or certified check and be prepared to furnish 100% payment and performance bonds if awarded the contract.

The procurement appears open to all qualified contractors, with specific requirements including prequalification for public works projects valued at $1 million or higher, Rhode Island Contractors' Registration Board certification, and compliance with prevailing wage regulations. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to meet robust insurance requirements, including $1 million in liability coverage, workers' compensation, and automobile liability insurance. The project includes a $20,000 allowance for temporary removal and reinstallation of a 120V battery bank, with liquidated damages set at $250 per day for project delays. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned, standard state affirmative action and contractor registration requirements apply. The solicitation utilizes AIA document A101-2017 Standard Form of Agreement and A201-2017 General Conditions, with modifications by the State of Rhode Island. Although a precise total project value was not specified, the comprehensive scope and duration suggest a significant capital investment in maintaining and upgrading the Central Power Plant's infrastructure.