Elevator Modernization South Hadley Middle School

Background
The Town of South Hadley is seeking proposals from qualified vendors for the modernization of the elevator at South Hadley Middle School. This project aims to enhance the functionality and safety of the elevator, which was originally installed around 2000 and manufactured by Dover Elevator.

Work Details
The scope of work includes a complete modernization of the elevator's controls, power unit, operating fixtures, door operation, cab interior components, and related equipment. Specific tasks include:

- **Controller**: Installation of a new microprocessor controller with onboard diagnostics, emergency battery lowering device, solid state starters, viscosity control, and new machine room wiring.

- **Power Unit**: Replacement with a new submersible power unit including motor, pump, valve, muffler, tank; installation of a new shut-off valve; and modification of existing oil line piping.

- **Jack**: Retain existing jack while providing new hydraulic packing.

- **Car**: Installation of a new car top exit switch and inspection station; re-lining guide shoes; retaining and reusing car sling and platform.

- **Hoistway**: New wiring package including single traveling cable and interlock wiring; installation of a new steel tape leveling system; retaining guide rails.

- **Pit**: Installation of a new pit stop switch and overspeed rupture valve kit; cleaning and painting existing buffers.

- **Cab**: Reskinning car door; replacing interior panels and handrails; installing new carpet tiles with options provided to the owner.

- **Door Equipment**: Installation of GAL MOVFR door operator with complete car-side equipment; micro light door re-opening device; interlock assemblies for integral hoistway at each landing; hoistway door rollers at each landing; cleaning and lubricating existing entrance frames and sills.

- **Car Fixtures**: Installation of new stainless steel vandal type buttons for main car station and riding lanterns.

- **Hall Fixtures**: New surface mounted hall stations at each landing with stainless steel vandal type buttons; digital hall position indicator at main landing; fire service features including two-way communications.

Period of Performance
The contract term will commence on July 1, 2025, with all work required to be completed by August 15, 2025.

Place of Performance
The work will be performed at South Hadley Middle School located at 100 Mosier St., South Hadley, MA.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must have been in business for a minimum of eight years providing similar services. Each bid must include a bid deposit (5% of base bid), labor harmony & OSHA training certification, certificate of non-collusion, tax compliance certification, certificate of compliance with prevailing wage law, applicable signature pages, acknowledgment of receipt of addendums.