Hodgson Votech High School Fieldhouse, Fields, Storage Buildings

Background
The New Castle County Vo-Tech School District is issuing a contract for the construction of the Paul M. Hodgson Vocational Technical High School Fieldhouse, Athletic Fields, and Storage Buildings. This project aims to enhance the educational facilities available to students by providing modern athletic and storage spaces. The contract is overseen by various architectural and engineering firms, including ABHA|BSA+A, LLC as the architect and EDiS Company as the construction manager.

Work Details
The contract includes comprehensive construction services for the following:
- Construction of a fieldhouse that will serve as a multi-purpose athletic facility.
- Development of athletic fields designed for various sports activities.
- Construction of storage buildings to accommodate sports equipment and other materials.
- Installation of fire protection systems including dry-pipe risers and associated equipment located in heated rooms.
- Site improvements such as grading, paving, and installation of utilities necessary for the operation of the new facilities.
- Compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding construction and safety standards.

Period of Performance
The contract is set to commence upon award with an expected completion date aligned with the school district's operational schedule, specifically targeting readiness for use by the start of the academic year in 2026.

Place of Performance
The work will be performed at Paul M. Hodgson Vocational Technical High School located at 2575 Glasgow Avenue, Newark, DE 19702.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must demonstrate qualifications through previous project experience, including references from registered professional engineers or building owners. All contractors must possess necessary licenses and comply with local regulations regarding construction practices.