Roof and gutters replacment project

The Rhode Island Department of Administration, Division of Capitol Asset Management and Maintenance is seeking a qualified contractor to replace the roof and gutters at a State Group Home located at 250A Commonwealth Ave. in Warwick, Rhode Island. The project requires the selected vendor to supply all necessary labor and materials for a comprehensive roof and gutter replacement, with specific performance milestones including project commencement within 30 days of purchase order issuance, substantial completion within 90 days, and final completion within 100 days of project start. The solicitation was released on September 5, 2023, with proposals due by October 3, 2023, and a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for September 12, 2023. A vendor Q&A period will run from September 5 to September 14, 2023, allowing potential bidders to seek clarification on project requirements. The initial contract period will begin approximately October 10, 2023, for one year, with potential renewal options for up to 12 additional months based on vendor performance and funding availability. Contractors must submit a base bid price covering all specified work, including bonds, allowances, and addenda, and provide unit prices for potential change orders.

The procurement includes several key eligibility and participation requirements, most notably a mandatory 10% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation goal. Vendors must be registered with the Rhode Island Contractors' Registration Board and maintain valid registration throughout the contract term. The project requires vendors to submit a bid surety bond or certified check for 5% of their proposal amount, with the successful bidder expected to furnish 100% payment and performance bonds prior to purchase order issuance. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, including $1 million in liability coverage, workers compensation, and automobile liability. All bid submissions must be made electronically through the Ocean State Procures system, with the state reserving the right to make one or multiple awards and to reject any or all bids. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the project involves a complete roof and gutter replacement at a state-owned group home, suggesting a potentially significant investment in infrastructure maintenance and improvement.