Kenosha County Courthouse Campus Glass Repairs

Kenosha County, Wisconsin, is seeking bids for a comprehensive glass repair and replacement project across its courthouse campus, located at 912 56th Street in Kenosha. The procurement involves replacing damaged glass, aluminum-framed storefronts, doors, frames, and associated hardware in three buildings: the Courthouse, Administration Building, and Public Safety Building. Specific deliverables include installing new insulated glazing units with matching tints and coatings, replacing spandrel glazing, installing code-compliant safety glass, and implementing new bronze anodized doors with ADA-compliant access operators. Contractors must provide detailed submittals, including product data, shop drawings, hardware schedules, and installer qualifications, and comply with State of Wisconsin Building Code requirements. The pre-bid conference was held on May 13, 2021, with written questions accepted until May 14, 2021, and sealed bids due by June 2, 2021, at 3:30 PM. Evaluation will focus on the lowest total cost from a responsive, responsible bidder meeting all project specifications, with an estimated contract award on June 9, 2021, and project completion expected by July 30, 2021.

The contract does not specify specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must demonstrate substantial qualifications, including manufacturer authorization with service and repair capabilities, three references from similar work completed within the past five years, and a minimum of five years of experience in glass and hardware replacement. Contractors are required to submit a bid bond equal to five percent of the total bid price and provide a Performance and Payment Bond for 100 percent of the contract value. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 per occurrence Commercial General Liability, $1,000,000 Automobile Liability, and statutory Workers Compensation coverage. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project involving three buildings suggests a significant investment. The county will provide progress payments monthly, retaining five percent until 50 percent completion is achieved, and requires a one-year warranty for workmanship and products in addition to manufacturer warranties.