Prickett Building Generator Replacement

The Prickett Building Generator Replacement project, solicitation number MC3514000087, is a single prime contract based on a stipulated price issued by the State of Delaware's Office of Management and Budget, Division of Facilities Management. The scope of work involves the demolition and replacement of the generator and automated transfer switches at the Prickett building. To ensure continuity of service, the contractor must provide a temporary generator to maintain building backup power during the replacement process. Key deliverables include the installation of new engine generators and remote annunciators with PC-based remote monitoring capabilities. The project is managed by DEDC, LLC as the architect, and requires adherence to various ASTM and ANSI standards for structural steel, coatings, and electrical labeling. Bidders are evaluated based on responsibility, including their financial resources, past performance on public or private projects, legal qualifications, and the submission of a written safety plan. The solicitation requires a bid security of 10 percent of the bid amount, and the successful awardee must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price. Labor must comply with Delaware prevailing wage requirements effective March 13, 2026. Project closeout requires the submission of a Contractor's Correction Punch List, a Certificate of Substantial Completion, and detailed project record documents, including red line as-built drawings and electronic documentation on gold lacquer archival CDs. Payment applications must be typed and submitted in both electronic and hard-copy formats.