New running track - rhode island college

Rhode Island College is seeking qualified vendors to construct a new NCAA regulation Running Track Complex located in Providence County, Rhode Island. The project involves building a running track around an existing natural turf field, including comprehensive field lighting installation, per detailed specifications. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for January 11, 2023 at 9:00 AM ET in the Welcome Center Building Room 402, with a vendor Q&A period running from December 27, 2022 to January 16, 2023. The bid submission deadline is February 1, 2023 at 3:00 PM GMT, with proposals to be submitted electronically through the Ocean State Procures system. The anticipated contract term begins March 1, 2023, with substantial completion required by June 1, 2023, and final project completion by July 1, 2023. Vendors must provide a base bid price, unit pricing for specific construction activities like mass earth excavation and granular base fill, and include a $25,000 allowance for unforeseen conditions. Key requirements include a 5% bid surety bond, 100% payment and performance bonds, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

The procurement includes specific requirements for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation, mandating a minimum 10% involvement of such firms in the total project value. Vendors must comply with Rhode Island's prevailing wage requirements, apprenticeship certification standards, and maintain valid contractor registration throughout the contract term. Insurance requirements are substantial, including $1,000,000 in liability coverage, workers compensation, and automobile liability insurance. Liquidated damages are set at $750 per day for delays beyond the substantial completion date. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive requirements and complexity of the project suggest a significant infrastructure investment. The State reserves the right to make one or multiple awards and may reject any or all bids at its discretion. Successful bidders must demonstrate technical capability, financial stability, and a commitment to meeting the detailed specifications and regulatory requirements of this public works project.