CHEMICAL SCIENCE ANNEX FUME HOOD CONTROLS REPLAC - addendum 2
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 50013-BTB2859
- State
- Louisiana
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdictions
- Point of contact
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- Heather Cassell hcassell@uno.edu (504) 280-6171
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About this opportunity
The University of New Orleans (UNO) is seeking sealed bids for the Chemical Science Annex Fume Hood Controls Replacement project, designated as State Project #01-107-24-05, located in Orleans Parish. The procurement involves selective demolition and installation of new fume hood controls, ductwork modifications, and associated mechanical and electrical upgrades to the facility's laboratory infrastructure. Qualified contractors licensed under Louisiana Revised Statutes for mechanical work are invited to submit bids for this project, which requires comprehensive technical expertise in laboratory system renovations. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Chemical Science Annex Lounge 101, with sealed bids due on May 22, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. The contract stipulates a 180-consecutive calendar day completion timeline, with liquidated damages of $300 per day for delays beyond the contracted completion date. Bidders must submit a bid security representing 5% of the total bid amount and will be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond.
The University of New Orleans actively encourages participation from small and veteran-owned entrepreneurships through its Small Entrepreneurship (SE) Program and Veteran-Owned Small Entrepreneurships Program. These set-aside designations aim to promote diversity and provide opportunities for historically underrepresented business entities in state procurement processes. Bid documents are available electronically from Crumb Engineering, LLC at no charge, with printed copies obtainable through local reprographic firms. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the project's scope suggests a substantial investment in upgrading critical laboratory infrastructure. The state-funded nature of the project indicates potential for comprehensive funding and a structured procurement process that prioritizes technical capability and institutional development. Contractors interested in this opportunity must demonstrate technical proficiency in mechanical systems, laboratory infrastructure modifications, and compliance with state procurement regulations.
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Update #2 · Latest ·
This document is an Addendum (Number 1) issued by Crumb Engineering, LLC for the Fume Hood Controls Replacement - Phase I project at the Chemical Science Building of the University of New Orleans. The addendum, dated May 19, 2025, provides critical clarifications for the project, including requirements for fume hood exhaust ductwork (304 stainless steel, minimum 18 gauge with fully welded joints), integration with existing building control systems, and work scheduling constraints. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference was held on May 13, 2025, and the addendum includes specific instructions about connecting to existing JCI Jace controllers, updating control graphics, and coordinating work across 4-6 available labs at a time. The addendum includes technical specifications and prior approvals for manufacturers, with Accutrol specifically approved for lab exhaust controls. The document indicates that the project involves removing pneumatic tubing, replacing existing fume hood monitors, sensors, and temperature controls, and providing new system controllers and integration modules. The new work in certain labs is to be included as Alternate #1 on the Bid Form. Contractors are advised that they must demonstrate their equipment meets or exceeds specification requirements, fits available space, and has the necessary capacity and performance characteristics. The addendum is part of the comprehensive bid documents and takes precedence over previous documentation, requiring bidders to adjust their proposals accordingly.
Update #1 ·
This is a state and local contract opportunity document from the University of New Orleans (UNO) for a Fume Hood Controls Replacement project at the Chemical Science Building. The project, designated as State Project #01-107-24-05, involves selective demolition and installation of new fume hood controls in Phase I, with sealed bids to be received on May 22, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Chemical Science Annex Lounge 101. The contract duration is 180 consecutive calendar days, with liquidated damages of $300 per day for delays beyond the contract completion date. The project is funded by the state and is open to contractors licensed under Louisiana Revised Statutes for mechanical work. The University of New Orleans encourages participation in the Small Entrepreneurship (SE) Program and the Veteran-Owned Small Entrepreneurships Program. Bidders must provide a bid security of 5% of the total bid amount and will be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
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| 50013-BTB2859-3.pdf | ||
| 50013-BTB2859-1.pdf | ||
| 50013-BTB2859.pdf |
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