Public Safety Building North Employee Washroom Remodel

Kenosha County, Wisconsin is soliciting bids for a comprehensive remodeling project of the North employee Men's and Women's washrooms located at the Public Safety Building in Kenosha. The project involves complete demolition and reconstruction of approximately 425 square feet across two restroom spaces, including new finishes, partitions, doors, plumbing fixtures, mechanical work, lighting, acoustical ceilings, and paint, with additional upgrades to the adjacent vestibule and corridor. Bid documents were released on March 21, 2023, with a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for March 31, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the project site. Sealed bids are due on April 18, 2023 by 3:00 PM, with an estimated contract award date of April 25, 2023. Bidders must submit a Vendor Responsibility Form by April 13, 2023, provide a 5% bid bond, and demonstrate at least five years of experience in washroom remodeling. Evaluation criteria include lowest total cost, responsiveness to specifications, and vendor qualifications, with the contract awarded to the most responsible bidder meeting all project requirements.

The procurement does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must meet comprehensive qualifications, including providing three references from similar projects completed within the past five years, maintaining specific insurance coverage (Commercial General Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, Automobile Liability of $1,000,000, Workers Compensation at statutory limits, and Excess/Umbrella Liability of $1,000,000). While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project requires a Payment and Performance Bond equal to 100 percent of the contract price. All employees performing work must pass county-approved criminal background checks. The contract includes a one-year warranty for workmanship and materials, and requires the general contractor to coordinate all aspects of the project, including plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work, with continuous on-site project management and weekly progress reporting to the project architect.