SUMMIT ELEMENTARY- INCLINE PLATFORM LIFT UPGRADE

The City of Charlottesville is seeking quotes for upgrading the existing 4-landing inclined platform lift at Summit Elementary School, located at 1000 Belmont Avenue. This upgrade involves replacing the current Garaventa XPress II (Model GSL-1, S/N 17929) lift with a new Garaventa Artira system, maintaining the same number of stops and a lift capacity of 550 lbs. The project scope includes partial removal of the existing lift and replacement of all components except for the stanchion posts and railing tubes, which will be preserved and matched in color to maintain consistency. The upgraded system will feature wall-mounted call stations at each landing, pedestal control stations at both the top and bottom landings, ensuring continued accessibility and safety for students, staff, and visitors with mobility challenges. No substitutions for the specified equipment will be accepted. The solicitation, identified as RFQ 26-44 and posted by the Public Works - Facilities Maintenance agency in Virginia, has a response deadline of March 2, 2026. Interested bidders must ensure they have proper insurance coverage prior to beginning work, as outlined in accompanying documentation: while certificate of insurance is not required with the bid, it must be provided before service performance. Insurance policies must name the City and its officials as additional insured and provide a 30-day notice for any significant changes or cancellations. Gideon Fetterolf serves as the contract manager and primary point of contact for this project. The contract aims to address urgent accessibility upgrades at the elementary school with a focus on safety, compliance, and minimal disruption to existing structural elements.