DFRB Pool Filter Drainage Bypass

The contract involves installing new 4-inch schedule 80 PVC drainage lines at three locations within Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park, connecting from existing vertical pump discharge piping to backwash tanks, and includes the addition of three butterfly valves and necessary pipe supports as detailed in supporting drawings. The work must be scheduled outside normal pool operating hours, which are from June 28 to September 1, and the project must be completed within 120 days. The scope emphasizes minimal disruption to pool operations, requiring careful planning of disruptive activities during off-hours. The procurement is managed by the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, with a response deadline of August 11, 2025, and a project start date of September 2, 2025. Bidders are required to submit itemized pricing for each line item, including mobilization, drainage lines, butterfly valves, and supports, with no lump sum options allowed. The award will be based on the lowest total cost among responsive, responsible bidders who meet minimum qualification criteria, notably providing evidence of at least five comparable NYC public pool installations. The contractual framework incorporates NYS-specific regulations, including compliance with prevailing wage laws, non-collusive bidding certifications, and disclosures related to non-responsibility findings. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to state procurement laws, including communication restrictions under the State Finance Law §§139-j and 139-k, and mandates acceptance of standard NYS contract clauses as outlined in Appendix A. The work and contractual obligations are governed by referenced drawings and specifications, with no explicit provisions for packaging, marking, or shipping requirements. The designated administrative contact is Riley Boles, Assistant Architect, who oversees communications and contract compliance.