City of Laredo Ionwave #FY23-ENG-18

El Metro Transit Center Building Maintenance and Upgrade Project (City of Laredo)

This opportunity involves a comprehensive building maintenance and upgrade project at the El Metro Transit Center in Laredo, Texas. - Government Buyer: - City of Laredo Engineering Department (with involvement from Building Development Services and City Secretary's Office) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Werner (Werner AE2210 retractable stairs) - Armstrong (ceiling grid and acoustic tiles) - Sika (repair mortars, sealants) - Quikrete (crack repair products) - Sikaflex (sealants) - OSI (Quad Max sealants) - 3M (firestop products) - Hilti (firestop products) - ABB (ACH580-PDR-012A-4 variable frequency drives) - Loctite (PL concrete sealant) - Products and Quantities Requested: - Replacement HVAC air handler units (including AHU-1, AHU-GH for Greyhound area) - Chilled water pumps (CHWP-1, CHWP-2) - Variable frequency drives (ABB ACH580-PDR-012A-4) - Electric duct heater (EDH-1) - Expansion tanks (ET-1, ET-2) - Condensing units (CU-GH, ACWC-1, ACWC-2) - Retractable/folding stairs (Werner AE2210 or equal) - Armstrong ceiling grid and acoustic tiles - Sika, Quikrete, Sikaflex, OSI, Loctite, 3M, and Hilti repair and sealant products - Laminated or tempered safety glass panels for canopy - Temporary portable HVAC units - Electrical components (disconnects, breakers, LED lighting, PA system, smoke detectors, thermostats, panels) - Services Requested: - Selective demolition and masonry repairs - Installation of security and communication system components - Temporary HVAC solutions during downtime - Cleaning and replacement of skylight/canopy glass panels - Electrical system demolition and installation - Safety and pedestrian protection during construction - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Buy America Act and federal labor standards - Temporary HVAC required during system downtime - Strict safety and pedestrian protection measures - Allowances for contingency ($125,000) and IT equipment ($50,000) - Coordination to minimize public disruption; work may occur during evenings/weekends - All work must comply with OSHA, NEC, IBC, and City of Laredo codes - Period of Performance: - 240 working days from notice to proceed - Primary Locations: - El Metro Transit Center, 1319 Farragut Street, Laredo, TX 78040 - Greyhound Bus Station area (within El Metro facility) - City Hall, 1110 Houston Street, Laredo, TX 78040 (contracting office) - Pre-bid conference at El Metro Transit Center Administration Offices

Description

The City of Laredo is soliciting bids for the El Metro Transit Center Building Maintenance Project under solicitation number FY23-ENG-18. The project involves general maintenance including selective demolition, exterior masonry veneer repairs, concrete flatwork, replacement of HVAC air handler units and associated ductwork, chilled water lines, and control system wiring. The scope also includes installation of a new HVAC controls system and a new public address system as per the plans and specifications prepared by Sepulveda Associates Architects, Inc. The contract time is 240 working days, and bids must be submitted by May 21, 2026, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled for April 28, 2026.

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