DCAMM Construction Services for Zambarano Demolition

The Rhode Island Division of Capital Asset Maintenance and Management (DCAMM) is seeking qualified construction firms for the Zambarano Demolition project, a comprehensive infrastructure and site remediation contract covering multiple complex tasks. The procurement involves constructing a new direct burial steam line, demolishing nine existing buildings and associated tunnels, performing necessary environmental abatement, and excavating/disposing of TPH-impacted soils. Add alternates include abatement and demolition of two additional buildings, excavation and disposal of chlordane-impacted soils, and constructing a retaining wall with a concrete pad and new storage containers. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at 1:30 PM, located at 20920 Wallum Lake Road, Pascoag, RI. The initial contract period will commence approximately August 1, 2025, for 18 months, with potential renewal for an additional 12-month period contingent on vendor performance and fund availability. Vendors must submit a bid surety bond or certified check for 5% of their cost proposal, and the project includes multiple allowances totaling $500,000 for various contingencies.

The contract includes specific set-aside requirements for minority business enterprises, mandating a minimum 15% participation. Vendors must comply with comprehensive affirmative action policies and provide extensive insurance documentation, including general liability, workers' compensation, automobile liability, and environmental/pollution liability coverage. Ethical certifications regarding conflicts of interest, proper licensing, and business practices are mandatory for all respondents. Liquidated damages are structured in phases, ranging from $1,000 to $3,500 per day of project delay. While specific award values are not explicitly detailed, the project's comprehensive scope and multiple allowances suggest a substantial contract value, likely in the multi-million dollar range. The procurement targets construction firms with significant experience in complex demolition, environmental remediation, and infrastructure reconstruction projects, particularly those with expertise in handling hazardous material removal and site restoration.