Renovate Restrooms, 2nd - 9th Floors & 11th - 18th Floors

The contract involves the renovation of restrooms across multiple floors (2nd through 9th and 11th through 18th) of the Adam C. Powell State Office Building in New York, managed by the NYS Office of General Services. It encompasses separate contracts for construction, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work, with an estimated total value ranging from six to seven million dollars for construction alone. The project is scheduled for completion within approximately three years, with a substantial completion deadline set at 1,094 days after contract approval. Bidders are required to submit sealed bids by August 6, 2025, with a pre-bid site visit scheduled for July 24, 2025, which must be registered for in advance. The procurement emphasizes participation from Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) with a combined goal of 30%, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOBs) with a 3% participation goal for each trade, all governed by New York State laws and regulations. Bids must include bid security and bonds for 100% of the contract value, with bonding requirements specified for each trade. The solicitation is conducted through electronic bidding via the Bid Express platform, with all documents and specifications accessible online. The contract stipulates strict communication restrictions during the procurement process under State Finance Law §§139-j and 139-k, requiring bidders to communicate only with designated agency staff. The award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with responsibility assessments based on statutory criteria, including compliance with MWBE and SDVOB participation goals. The project scope and requirements are detailed in the bidding documents, which include project manuals, drawings, and specifications, all available electronically. The contract also mandates performance and labor/material bonds, and the work must adhere to applicable state codes and standards, with the final acceptance likely occurring at the project site.