City of Ithaca -Department of Public Works
CASS PARK: PAVILION AND RESTROOM IMPROVEMENTS
EPF # 239088 - Cass Park Capital Improvements
Sealed bids for the Cass Park: Pavilion and Restroom Improvement Project, will be received by Scott Andrew at the Office of the City Controller of the City of Ithaca, 108 East Green Street, Ithaca, NY 14850 until 2:00 PM, Thursday May 8, 2025 and then at said office publicly opened and read aloud.
This is a multi-prime contract project that will consist of all work associated with the
General Construction...............Contract No. 1
Mechanical Construction..........Contract No. 2
Plumbing Construction.............Contract No. 3
Electrical Construction.............Contract No. 4
There will be a voluntary pre-bid meeting at 10:00 AM on Thursday April 24, 2025 at the Cass Park Pavilion (121 Turtle Ln, Ithaca, NY 14850).
The BID PACKAGE, consisting of the Advertisement for Bids, Instructions to Bidders, BID, Agreement, Supplemental Conditions, Bond Information, Drawings, Specifications, and Addenda may be downloaded / printed from the City's Website at: www.cityofithaca.org/bids
All questions for clarification must be submitted in writing via e-mail to Johnathan Licitra (project manager) jlicitra@cityofithaca.org and the Appropriate Design Team of Record by no later than the end of day on Thursday May 1, 2025.
Architectural / Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing Josh Conley, Managing Architect - jconley@bartonandloguidice.com
Bidders' attention is directed to the Bidders qualifications requirement of this contract.
A completed bid form, as well as required submittals, including Non-collusion Certification, Iran Divestment Act Certification, and Bidders Qualification Statement must be submitted with the Bid proposal. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any formality or technicality in any bid in the interest of the Owner.
Documents may be examined on the City's Website or at the following location:
City of Ithaca, Engineering Office, 108 E. Green Street, Ithaca, NY. 14850
The City of Ithaca has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity organization. All qualified Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) suppliers, contractors and/or businesses will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, national origin, disability, and other protected categories in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the New York State Human Rights Law. In addition, the City of Ithaca, under the Human Rights Protection chapter of the Ithaca City Code, is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participating in or denied the benefits of its public services on the basis of actual or perceived age; creed; color; disability; ethnicity; familial status; gender; gender expression; height; immigration or citizenship status; marital status; national origin; race; religion; sex; sexual orientation; socioeconomic status; or weight.
Funding Credit/MWBE Language:
This project is funded in part by a grant from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation through Title 9 of the Environmental Protection Act of 1993. Under Article 15A, Executive Law, the State of New York is committed to providing Minority and Women Owned Business (MWBE) equal opportunity to participate in government contracts. Though there are no required goals for MWBE participation in this grant funded project, the successful bidder will be required to make a Good Faith Effort in the utilization of MWBE's and furnish reports showing the participation of various business enterprises of subcontractors and suppliers on the contract.
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Set Aside: No
Minority Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 0%
Women Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 0%
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Contracting Goal: 0%
Disadvantaged Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 0%
Due date:05/08/2025 2:00 PM
Contract term: 12 Months
County(ies): All NYS counties
Location: Ithaca, NY
Business entities awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years:
none
Background
The City of Ithaca's Department of Public Works is issuing a solicitation for the Cass Park Pavilion and Restroom Improvements project, which is part of the Cass Park Capital Improvements initiative (EPF # 239088).
The project aims to enhance public facilities at Cass Park, aligning with the city's commitment to providing quality recreational spaces for its residents and visitors.
Work Details
The project involves a multi-prime contract that includes:
1. General Construction (Contract No. 1)
2. Mechanical Construction (Contract No. 2)
3. Plumbing Construction (Contract No. 3)
4. Electrical Construction (Contract No. 4)
Specific tasks include demolition of existing restroom facilities, construction of new restrooms, installation of plumbing and electrical systems, and site improvements such as grading and landscaping.
The project will also require the installation of temporary ADA-compliant restrooms during construction.
Period of Performance
The contract term is set for 12 months, commencing upon award.
Place of Performance
The work will be performed at Cass Park located at 121 Turtle Lane, Ithaca, NY, within Tompkins County.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must submit a completed bid form along with required certifications including Non-collusion Certification and Iran Divestment Act Certification.
There are no specific Minority or Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) subcontracting goals for this project; however, bidders are encouraged to make good faith efforts to utilize MWBEs.
