141533 - Bowie State University - Tubman Hall Invitation to Bid

The Bowie State University Tubman Hall Renovation project involves a comprehensive interior overhaul of a historic 33,000 GSF, three-story brick building originally constructed in 1921, which was used as residential housing until recently. The scope includes creating new residential suites of various sizes, upgrading building systems such as HVAC, electrical, security, and fire alarm systems, and addressing ADA compliance through the addition of a new elevator and lobby. The project is currently in the abatement and demolition phase, with ongoing work. Bidders are required to submit lump sum sealed bids by August 26, 2025, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled for August 6, 2025. The procurement emphasizes adherence to prevailing wage rates, MBE participation goals, and bonding requirements, with all bid documentation submitted electronically. The owner reserves the right to accept or reject bids, waive informalities, and select alternates in any combination, unless specified otherwise. The contract incorporates specific project requirements outlined in sections governing prevailing wages, bonding, and MBE participation, with detailed goals for various trade packages—such as concrete, masonry, steel, roofing, mechanical, and electrical—aiming for significant minority business enterprise involvement. Bidders must submit the Trade Contractor Qualification Form and the Dustin MBE Form as part of their bid, with failure to do so potentially rendering the bid non-responsive. The scope of work includes security system upgrades, fire alarm modifications, and ADA improvements, with ongoing abatement and demolition work integral to the project. The procurement process emphasizes responsiveness to submission requirements, compliance with wage and bonding standards, and the potential acceptance of alternates, providing flexibility to the owner. No explicit instructions regarding packaging, labeling, or shipping are included, nor are detailed evaluation criteria, weights, or technical inspection procedures specified in the available documents. Overall, the project aims to modernize and adapt a historic building for residential use while ensuring accessibility, security, and compliance with prevailing standards, with a focus on responsible, well-documented bidding procedures.