CHAMP-Renovation of Existing Welding Shop

This invitation for bids concerns the renovation of an existing welding shop in Colorado under the CHAMP Grant program, with jurisdictions including Prowers County and Lakewood City. The project encompasses comprehensive facility upgrades including installation of six workstation hoods with associated venting, expansion and upgrading of electrical distribution systems, expansion and upgrading of gas and air services, HVAC system upgrades, addition of fiber optic infrastructure for instructional technology, demolition of a dividing wall to create 500 additional square feet of laboratory space, classroom remodeling for modernized instructional equipment, and bathroom remodeling to accommodate expanded occupancy. Key deadlines include a mandatory pre-bid walkthrough on September 26, 2014 at 1:00 pm at the Trustees Building, Room 124; requests for information due October 1, 2014 at 1:00 pm; bid opening scheduled for October 9, 2014 at 3:00 pm; and overall project completion required within 105 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with final completion including delivery of guarantees, warranties, and final inspection within an additional 15 calendar days. Bidders must submit sealed bids on the required Bid Form accompanied by a Bid Bond equal to at least 5% of the total bid amount, or alternatively a cashier's check or certified check payable to the Treasurer of the State of Colorado. Bidding documents are available from Stephen Hall Architects for a $30.00 deposit per complete set and may be obtained by calling 719-277-7300. Upon award, the successful bidder must execute the required Agreement, furnish Performance Bond, Labor & Material Payment Bond, and Insurance Certificates within the prescribed time or forfeit the bid guaranty.

This is a federally funded project subject to the Davis & Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements. Preference is given to Colorado resident bidders and Colorado labor as provided by law. No incumbent vendors or existing contractor information is specified in the procurement documents. The estimated probable cost of construction is $325,000, establishing the budget range for this project. Liquidated damages will be assessed at 100% of the amount remaining on the contract for work not completed, invoiced, and received by February 15, 2015, creating a firm deadline incentive for contractors. No specific disadvantaged enterprise set-asides or restrictions on bidder types are noted in the available documentation, though compliance with federal Davis & Bacon requirements and Colorado residency preferences will apply to award decisions.