Eleanor slater hospital zambarano ventilator patient suite renovation

The Rhode Island Department of Administration, Division of Capitol Asset Management and Maintenance is soliciting qualified contractors for a comprehensive interior renovation project at the Eleanor Slater Hospital's Zambarano Campus Frank Beazley Building. The procurement seeks to construct a new 5,000 square foot medical ventilator patient suite, with specific requirements for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and IT/communications systems modifications. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for March 6, 2023, at 10:00 AM EST at the Zambarano Unit, with a vendor Q&A period running from February 27 to March 9, 2023. Proposals are due by March 27, 2023, at 2:00 PM GMT, with an anticipated contract start date of May 1, 2023, for an initial one-year term, potentially renewable for an additional 12 months based on performance and funding availability. Contractors must be prequalified for public works projects valued at $1,000,000 or higher and must submit a base bid price along with six specific allowances totaling $250,000, covering various system conditions and potential hazardous material testing and abatement.

The contract includes specific set-aside requirements and restrictions, notably a 10% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation goal. Vendors must provide a bid surety bond or certified check for 5% of their bid amount, with the successful bidder required to furnish 100% payment and performance bonds. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including $1,000,000 in general liability coverage, workers compensation, and automobile liability insurance. Liquidated damages are established at $1,000 per day for project delays. The procurement mandates compliance with prevailing wage requirements and contractors' registration regulations. While no incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned, the project involves renovating an existing medical facility infrastructure, suggesting potential integration challenges with current hospital systems. Though a precise award value is not explicitly stated, the total project allowances of $250,000 and the scope of work indicate a significant investment in upgrading the medical ventilator patient suite at the Zambarano Campus.