Illick Enabling Projects, Walters Hall Lab Relocations (Lab 202 and 322)

State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY ESF) is soliciting sealed bids for renovation of two research laboratory spaces (Rooms 202 and 322) in Walters Hall under construction contract 201126-04, with bids due September 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. MWBE and SDVOB participation goals apply: 15% MBE, 15% WBE, and 6% SDVOB. Within seven days of bid opening, the three lowest bidders must submit MWBE Utilization Plans, SDVOB Utilization Plans, and EEO staffing plans demonstrating these goals.

The scope includes partial demolition, removal and reinstallation of acoustical drop ceilings and framing, new wall partitions, relocation of base cabinets from Baker Hall, new countertops, sinks, and fume hoods, center lab counters and reagent shelving, new HVAC split systems with ductwork, reheat coils, piping, insulation and controls, new plumbing and electrical work including receptacles, ceiling-mounted electrical reels, and relocated lighting and circuiting. The facility is located at 1 Forestry Drive, Syracuse, New York. Construction must be completed within 120 calendar days after Notice to Proceed and must comply with the 2025 Energy Conservation Construction Code of New York State, the Building Code of New York State, and NFPA 13 sprinkler requirements. Type II-B construction classification applies to both laboratory spaces.

Bidders must demonstrate successful completion of three similar construction projects within the last five years and possess working capital equal to 15% of the first $100,000 of the base bid plus 10% of the next $900,000 plus 5% of the remainder. Bid security must equal 5% of the total bid amount. The contract includes a $50,000 Field Order Allowance and liquidated damages provisions for delays. All work is subject to New York State prevailing wage rates and State Finance Law requirements including procurement lobbying restrictions. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference and site walk-through is scheduled for September 9, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at Bray Hall. Questions are due prior to the pre-bid conference. Bidding documents are available from the New York State Contract Reporter (CR Ad #2138452).