Explanation
BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Finance and Management Director to enter into a contract on behalf of the Office of Construction Management with 2K General Company for the City Hall Window Replacement and 2nd Floor Office Renovation Project.
Extensive field investigation was conducted on the first and second floor perimeter (outward facing) windows of City Hall due to their deteriorated state. Owing to the compromised structural integrity of the first and second floor perimeter windows, it was determined that these windows are in need of full replacement. This project will include the removal of the windows in their entirety and installation of new custom-made aluminum windows and cast aluminum ornamental grilles to match the historic windows in style, color and sightlines. Since the existing ornamental grilles on the first floor are in reasonably good condition, they will be restored and reinstalled however the second floor grilles will be replaced. The new windows will be high performing and thermally efficient, with the required industry standard thermal breaks, sealants and insulation.
As part of this project, the second floor Mayor’s Offices area and conference room will be renovated and reconfigured for improved functionality and efficiency. In large part this renovation project is necessary to bring this area up to all applicable building standards and to replace various mechanical systems that are outdated, unwelcoming, or inefficient. This project should also enhance the functionality of this office suite to allow business and operations to operate more efficiently and comfortably by locating support functions and meeting rooms more closely together. Upgrades will also provide for additional seating, improved audio/visual technology, and fire sprinkler protection.
Formal bids were solicited and three companies submitted bids on June 10, 2013 as follows (0 FBE, ^1, MBE):
2K General Company $3,374,211.50
Berglund Constru...
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