State University of New York at Albany, Renovation of Colonial Quad Paine (G) and Zenger (H) including Asbestos and Hazardous Materials Abatement

THIS SOLICITATION IS FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST ONLY, see the Eligibility Requirements further down in this document.

DASNY is soliciting the services of a General Contractor for a single prime construction contract at the State University of New York University at Albany campus.

The scope of work includes the complete renovation of the existing G (Paine) & H (Zenger) portions of Colonial Quad at the University at Albany. The approximately 83,000 square feet of renovation includes two three-story residence halls with approximately 189 total beds, a two story lobby space connecting the two dormitories, and a lower level that will house a portion of a new recreation facility. The addition of a pavilion enclosing the existing sunken courtyard at the ground level will further expand the new recreational facility by providing a two-story space with an additional entry at the 1^st floor (plaza level).

The project scope of work includes, but is not limited to: asbestos abatement, selective demolition, concrete, masonry, metals, interior finishes, openings, specialties, equipment, furnishings, roofing, fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, communication, fire alarm, and sitework.

The estimated construction value of this project is $30,000,000 - $35,000,000.  The planned start date is May 2022 and the planned completion date is April 2024.

This ad is for expressions of interest only. Bidders for the construction of this project will be selected only after the review and evaluation of the qualification packages received in response to this notice.

Firms shall provide one (1) copy in pdf format of the EOI package via e-mail to [email protected], with Tabs in the following sequence: 

Tab 1 - Documentation of a minimum of five (5) years experience in similar work and provide a list of five (5) projects of similar size scope and complexity to the referenced project, which have been completed, or substantially completed in the last ten (10) years.  For each project, the following needs to be provided; project designer, firm name and contact information, project title and location/facility, a brief description of the project, total construction cost, and construction start and substantial completion date.

Tab 2 - Three (3) samples of project schedules utilized for previous projects submitted in Tab 1 as documentation of similar size scope and complexity to the referenced project.

Tab 3 - The table of contents of the firm’s written Safety Program.

Tab 4 - The firm’s experience modification rating documentation issued by the Workers Compensation Board (EMR Rating).

Tab 5 - Bonding Capacity documentation from Surety Company (single and aggregate).

Tab 6 - A completed NYS Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire For-Profit Construction (CCA-2). Electronic copies can be obtained from the Dormitory Authority, State of New York (DASNY) web site www.dasny.org.

Tab 7 - Proposed project team with résumés.

Tab 8 – List of Potential Subcontractors to be utilized on this Project.  Demonstration of M/WBE participation must be identified.

Tab 9 – Anticipated workload for the period during which this Project will be in Construction. 05/2022 to 04/2024

Firms deemed qualified from this solicitation will be included on a short list and invited to submit a bid in the near future.  Firms not following the EOI package requirements as noted shall be considered non-responsive to the advertisement.  The construction contract will be held by DASNY.

Eligibility/Qualifications Requirements/Preferences:

Contract Security, EEO/AA Insurance, NY State Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire (Executive Order 125).  See Contract Documents for details. 

In accordance with State Finance Law § 139-j and § 139-k, this solicitation includes and imposes certain restrictions on communications between Dormitory Authority personnel and an Offerer during the procurement process.  Designated staff for this procurement are: The Project Manager and [email protected].  Contacts made to other Dormitory Authority personnel regarding this procurement may disqualify the Offerer and affect future procurements with governmental entities in the State of New York.  Please refer to the Authority's website (www.dasny.org) for Authority policy and procedures regarding this law, or the OGS website (www.ogs.state.ny.us/aboutogs/regulations/defaultAdvisoryCouncil) for more information about this law. All proposers, domestic and foreign, must be in compliance with New York State business registration requirements.  Contact the NYS Department of State regarding compliance.  In addition, business entities proposing to provide professional engineering services must obtain a Certificate of Authorization to Provide Engineering Services in New York State from the State Education Department.  Proposals must be submitted in the full legal name of the proposer, or the full legal name plus a registered assumed name of the proposer, if any.

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Set Aside: No

Minority Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 18%

Women Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 12%

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Contracting Goal: 6%

Due date: 12/10/2021 2:00 PM

Contract term: 04/2024

County(ies): Albany

Location: State University of New York, University at Albany, 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany, New York 12222

Primary contact:

Dormitory Authority of the State of New York
Upstate Construction
Samuel Gleason
Project Manager
515 Broadway
Albany, NY 12207-2964
United States
ph: 518-257-3283
[email protected]

Submit to contact:

Dormitory Authority of the State of New York
Procurement
ATTENTION: Contracts Unit - JENNIFER BURTCH
Procurement
515 Broadway
Albany, NY 12207-2964
United States
ph: 518-257-3433
[email protected]

Primary Contact

Sam Gleason

Project Manager

DASNY

Construction

515 Broadway

Albany, New York 12207

United States

Phone: 518-257-3283

Email: [email protected]

Submit To Contact

Jennifer Burtch

Construction Contract Administrator

DASNY

Procurement

Construction Contracts

515 Broadway

Albany, New York 12207

United States

Phone: 518-257-3000

Email: [email protected]

The list below contains contractors and bid amounts received in response to the solicitation for the above referenced project. The list is for information only and is subject to change. The list does not guarantee or represent future award of the Contract to any entity listed. All bids submitted remain under review until such time as a Contract is awarded.

The Contractor listed below has been awarded the Contract for the above listed Project as of the date provided.