PCC SW GoZone Remodel

The State of Colorado, Office of the State Architect, State Buildings Program is requesting bids for a Level 2 renovation of the Student Services space at Pueblo Community College's Mancos branch (Project #26-0022), with bids due September 2, 2026 at 1:00 PM and mandatory pre-bid conference and site tour on August 17, 2026 at 12:00 PM. A Colorado resident bidder preference applies; award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder.

The scope encompasses renovation of 2,330 square feet of existing office and student services space at 33057 U.S. Highway 160, Mancos, Colorado 81328. Work includes selective demolition of flooring, casework, paneling, doors, and light fixtures; installation of metal wall panels with exterior finishes; sheet metal flashing and trim; door hardware for hollow metal and fire-rated doors; acoustical ceiling systems with suspended metal grid and mineral fiber tiles; resilient vinyl composition tile flooring with rubber base; solid surfacing countertops; new paint and furniture; addition of a conference room and small breakout area for students; and minor electrical work to provide power for the new conference room and booth seating. Minor mechanical adjustments are limited to HVAC diffuser modifications; no plumbing or fire alarm system changes are required. Three add alternates cover flooring replacement in storage, vending, and lactation areas and sidelites with hollow metal frames and glass for conference and breakout rooms. All work must comply with ASTM, BHMA, NFPA, and 2024 International Building Code standards. Manufacturer warranties include 15-year coverage on metal wall panel finishes, two- to three-year coverage on hardware, and two-year water-tightness warranties on seals.

The estimated project cost is $254,040. Bidders must submit a bid bond of not less than 5% of bid price and, upon award, performance and labor and material payment bonds of not less than 50% of contract value. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of two years in the same business under the same name, bonding capacity to $254,040, and documented experience in at least two similar projects exceeding $250,000 in hard costs. At least 80% Colorado labor must be employed. The project is subject to Colorado prevailing wage requirements and the Buy Clean Colorado Act, requiring Environmental Product Declarations for eligible materials. Completion is required by October 29, 2026, before the end of fall semester classes, with construction anticipated to start September 24, 2026. Award intent notification is anticipated for September 7, 2026 and contract approval by September 21, 2026. All respondents must attend the mandatory pre-bid conference to be considered qualified.