Project No. 3030711 Bleacher Replacement

Sonoma State University is seeking qualified contractors to complete a comprehensive bleacher replacement project (Project No. 3030711) in the main gymnasium of its Physical Education Facility located in Rohnert Park, California. The project involves complete demolition of existing telescoping bleachers and construction of new electrically-operated bleacher systems, including miscellaneous accessibility upgrades and toilet room modifications. Specific deliverables include installing new telescoping bleachers with fold-down seats, wheelchair seating areas, aisle handrails, and end rails, as well as reconstructing toilet facilities with new partitions, accessories, and flooring. Contractor qualifications include holding a California B license, being registered with the Department of Industrial Relations, and demonstrating experience with telescoping seating systems. The project requires contractors to have manufacturers with at least 25 years of experience and ISO 9001:2008 certification. Key deadlines include a pre-bid walkthrough on April 21, 2016, at 1:30 PM in Salazar Hall Conference Room A, with sealed bid proposals due by 2:00 PM on May 5, 2016, at Salazar Hall, Room 2051. The architect's construction estimate for the base bid is $550,000, with an Additive Alt 1 of $310,000.

The procurement includes a mandatory three percent (3%) Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement. Bidders must be prequalified with the Trustees of the California State University and comply with prevailing wage rate laws as this is a public works project. All contractors and subcontractors must maintain current Department of Industrial Relations registration. The project offers a small business bidding preference of 5% (up to $50,000) for certified small businesses. Contractors will be required to maintain specific insurance coverage levels, which for contracts over $10 million are enrolled in the CSU's Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP). The project specifications indicate the new bleacher system must support a minimum uniformly distributed live load of 100 lbs per square foot and include a 5-year warranty. Installation must be performed directly by the manufacturer or a factory-certified installation subcontractor. The project will utilize an Integral Drive System with friction power operation and pendant control for the new bleacher installation.