SUCF# 161071 Rehabilitate Courtyard Roof Terrace - Plant Science Building
Request for Qualifications
Cornell University is seeking qualifications from consultants to provide design services for the rehabilitation of a below-grade mechanical room roof terrace.
Project Description
The project is located at the Plant Sciences building at 236 Tower Rd, City of Ithaca, NY 14853. The estimated 2,300 sq.-ft. roof of the below-grade mechanical room doubles as a terrace with the primary purpose of foot traffic circulation. This roof terrace has a history of significant water infiltration into the areas below leading to shorting of electrical equipment. The current structures in the roof (access panel, raised skylight with manual louvers, and mushroom fan) do not provide proper ventilation to the mechanical space which leads to overheating during warmer months. The existing concrete deck roof does not feature any seating or planting areas, however there are tree plantings directly adjacent to this area. The roof terrace does not currently feature any means of removing storm water other than surface sheet drainage to a neighboring intake structure. Except for local deterioration at the mushroom fan, there are no immediately evident structural concerns in the concrete roof structure.
The goal of this project will be to (1) eliminate water infiltration and replace the existing roof and terrace (2) provide appropriate ventilation to the mechanical space below (3) address any structural concerns that may arise.
The mechanical room is currently open to a basement level corridor. The creation of separation between the mechanical space and corridor may be considered as part of this project, as an add alternate, to create a fully comprehensive solution for intake and exhaust of the mechanical space.
The Plant Science building is currently undergoing construction as part of the first phase of a multi-phase renovation with scope in the mechanical room. This project, the rehabilitation of the roof terrace, will need to be coordinated with the greater renovation of the Plant Science building.
Scope of Services
The services indicated below shall include, but not be limited to:
Removal and replacement of existing roof terrace and associated waterproofing and drainage
Creation of proper air intake and exhaust
Correction of water infiltration throughout the roof system, including the roof structures
Evaluation of any possible degradation of the roof structure and any necessary corrective measures
The successful consultant will receive an RFP which will describe the following phases of work:
Schematic Design Phase
Design Development Phase
Construction Document Phase
Bidding Phase
Construction Administration Phase
Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) Participation
Pursuant to New York State Executive Law Article 15-A, Cornell University is committed to promoting opportunities for maximum feasible participation of certified MWBE firms and the employment of minority group members and women in the performance of Cornell contracts. Consultants are required to ensure that good faith efforts are made to include meaningful participation.
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise (SDVOB) Participation
Pursuant to New York State Executive Law Article 17-B, Cornell University is committed to promoting opportunities for maximum feasible participation of certified SDVOB firms and the employment of veterans in the performance of Cornell contracts. Consultants are required to ensure that good faith efforts are made to include meaningful participation
MBE, WBE, and SDVOB goals are listed in the New York State Contract Reporter (NYSCR) ad.
The consultant shall provide a Subconsultant Staffing List for the project using the form attached to the NYSCR ad. This subconsultant staffing list shall include the percent of work to be completed by each subconsultant and indicate whether each subconsultant is a MBE, WBE, or SDVOB.
References
References will be contacted as part of the evaluation process. When submitting references, the following information shall be included:
Name(s) and title(s) of person/people to contact
Phone numbers and e-mail addresses
Name of project and/or reason for reference
Time of Completion Schedule
Estimated Completion Date: July 2027
Format of Proposal
To be considered for this project, prospective consultants shall include the following in their response:
Cover letter with signature.
Prime Consultant’s Qualifications and Experience: Show specific relevant expertise and successful completion of projects similar in size and scope as the project described above.
Qualifications of Prime Consultant Staff: Demonstrate experience and qualifications of the firm’s key personnel in the planning, organizing and execution of projects similar in scope. List the qualifications of employees who will be working on this project.
Approach and Capability: Show organization of staff and design/technical resources specifically dedicated to this project. Identify assignment of responsibilities and authority.
Previous Experience with Work Specific to Project Scope: Include examples of prior work on Cornell projects and other colleges and/or state agencies. Demonstrate thorough understanding of project scope.
Proposed Subconsultant Team: List subconsultants who will work on this project and demonstrate that they have the necessary staffing and experience for this type of work.
MWBE and SDVOB Utilization: On the Subconsultant Staffing List, list all MBE, WBE, and SDVOB staff and subconsultants who will work on this project to show how the MWBE/SDVOB goals will be met. If the prime consultant is an MWBE/SDVOB firm, it counts towards the goals.
References: List references for design and construction administration of similar projects in public and educational settings.
Deadline and Submittal Information
Proposals must be received on or by the due date listed in the NYSCR ad.
Proposals must be in PDF format, no more than 25 pages total (including cover sheet and all forms), and labeled using the following naming convention:
SUCF#-Project Name-Firm Name
Proposals shall be e-mailed to:
contact@example.gov
If inquiries regarding the project are received, all answers given will be posted at the following link: https://fcs.cornell.edu/current-nys-contract-reporter-ad-inquiries
No fee information is to be submitted with the proposal. A fee proposal will be requested only after a consultant selection is made.
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Set Aside: No
Minority Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 3.6% Women Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 7.2% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Contracting Goal: 6%
Due date:08/23/2024 8:00 PM
Contract term: 2-3 years
County(ies): All NYS counties
Location: Tower Road, Ithaca, NY Business entities awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years: None