Oliver stedman government center boiler replacement

The Rhode Island Department of Administration, Division of Capitol Asset Management and Maintenance is seeking a qualified contractor to furnish and install three Vitocrossal 200 C12-750 High Efficiency gas-fired, fully condensing boilers at the Oliver Stedman Government Center located in Providence County. This Request for Quotation (RFQ24003251) solicits bids for a comprehensive boiler replacement project with specific technical requirements and performance specifications. The procurement requires contractors to provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to remove existing boilers and install new high-efficiency units. The solicitation was released on August 28, 2023, with proposals due by September 15, 2023, at 10:00 AM EDT. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 1, 2023, at 9:00 AM EST at the project site. The anticipated project timeline includes a construction start date of October 18, 2023, substantial completion by November 17, 2023, and final completion by November 25, 2023. Contractors must submit a base bid price that includes the cost of bonds and three specific allowances: $5,000 for ground penetrating radar services, $15,000 for electrical shutdowns, and $15,000 for mechanical unforeseen conditions.

The state has established specific set-aside requirements for this procurement, mandating a minimum of 10% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) participation. Contractors must provide a bid surety bond or certified check for 5% of their proposal amount and will be required to furnish 100% payment and performance bonds prior to purchase order issuance. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 in liability coverage, workers' compensation, and automobile liability. The initial contract period will be one year, beginning approximately October 1, 2023, with potential 12-month renewals based on vendor performance and funding availability. Liquidated damages of $500 per day will be assessed for delays beyond the substantial completion date. An additional add alternate bid is requested for temporary heating equipment to maintain 68 degrees throughout the facility from October 15, 2023, until the new boilers are fully commissioned. While a specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the project includes $35,000 in specified allowances and represents a significant infrastructure improvement for the Oliver Stedman Government Center.