DFCM Construction - Prequalified Roofing Contractors - Utah Tech University - Smith Computer Center Roof Replacement - Project #27046640

The State of Utah Division of Facilities Construction and Management (DFCM) is requesting bids for full roof membrane replacement with added insulation at Utah Tech University's Smith Computer Center under Stage II Invitation to Bid Project #27046640, with bids due September 22, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. — restricted to contractors currently prequalified under DFCM's Stage I Prequalification process and listed on the DFCM Prequalified Contractors roster as of the solicitation date.

The project, located at 1526 E Medical Center Drive, St. George, Utah, requires installation of a single-ply thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) roofing system with one layer of HD polyiso insulation over existing insulation. Roofing system specifications include Thermoplastic Polyolefin membrane from approved manufacturers (including Versico Roofing per Addendum 1), compliance with ASTM standards and NRCA guidelines, a 30-year no-dollar-limit warranty covering wind speeds up to 99 miles per hour, and inflationary protection for material and labor costs. The scope includes demolition of the existing membrane, reinstallation of existing mechanical equipment on new curbs or round-legged stands at minimum 12 inches above the new membrane, installation of new roof walkpads, relocation of antenna equipment, new roof hydrants with lead-free non-freeze design, a new aluminum roof hatch with insulated double-walled curb and OSHA-compliant safety railing, and flashing at all roof penetrations. Approximately 10 percent of existing insulation replacement is included for damaged or saturated areas. A hazardous materials survey identified four categories of regulated materials requiring removal prior to demolition at an estimated cost of approximately $170.00 or greater.

The construction cost estimate is $450,000. The project must achieve substantial completion by April 30, 2027, with liquidated damages of $500 per day for delays. Contractors must submit a 5% bid bond using AIA Document A310-2010 form or equivalent, maintain a Critical Path Method schedule using Primavera, MS Project, or Phoenix, and submit subcontractor lists within 24 hours of bid opening (all first-tier subcontractors with bid amounts of $20,000 or more must be listed). A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held September 3, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. Questions were due September 10, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.; Addendum 1 was issued September 15, 2026. Subcontractor lists are due September 23, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Award is to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Upon completion, contractor performance ratings below 4.0 affect prequalified status retention.