Modernization of Leifson Physics Elevator

The University of Nevada, Reno, through the Nevada Board of Regents, is requesting bids for modernization of the Leifson Physics Elevator #F08269 under ITB 9133, with bids due October 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. This is a prevailing wage project under Labor Commissioner #WA-2027-031, a decision-flipping constraint that establishes wage floors and compliance obligations.

The scope encompasses renovation of existing elevator machinery, controls, and cab finishes at the Leifson Physics building on the UNR Main Campus in Reno. Work must begin December 7, 2026 and be completed by June 4, 2027. Liquidated damages are assessed at $500 per day for non-completion. Contractors must provide Commercial General Liability, Business Automobile Liability, Workers' Compensation, and Pollution Liability insurance, plus an Installation Floater policy covering damage to safety devices during installation as specified in the Owner-Contractor Construction Agreement template.

The estimated cost range is $175,000 to $275,000. Bid documents include drawings, lead and asbestos reports, and prevailing wage acknowledgment forms, all to be submitted electronically via the Nevada Gov eMarketplace website. Partial bids will not be accepted; all submissions must include required certifications, affidavits, subcontractor lists, and bid bonds in accordance with BCN Purchasing Construction specifications.

An optional pre-bid job walk is scheduled for October 8, 2026 at the West entrance to Leifson Physics. Questions are due October 15, 2026, with answers provided by October 22, 2026. Bids will be electronically sealed and publicly opened immediately following the 2:00 p.m. closing time at the BCN Purchasing office in the Central Services Building, Reno, with the bid list and tabulation available to the public within two hours of unsealing.