Opportunity
NYC Passport #85026Y0163-CO306EXT2
NYC DDC Special Inspections & Laboratory Testing Services Contract
Posted
June 17, 2026
Respond By
June 24, 2026
Identifier
85026Y0163-CO306EXT2
NAICS
541380, 541990
The City of New York Department of Design and Construction (DDC) is seeking qualified firms to provide Special Inspections and Laboratory Testing Services for a project-specific contract in 2025. - Government Buyer: - City of New York Department of Design and Construction (DDC), Division of Public Buildings - Scope of Services: - Special inspections and laboratory testing for construction projects, including: - Structural steel, masonry, soil, concrete, and asphalt testing - Energy code compliance inspections - Laboratory analysis (e.g., chemical, compression, gradation, percolation, fireproofing, and petrographic tests) - Field tests (e.g., air content, aggregate ratio, water absorption, in-place density, vibration monitoring) - Mechanical, electrical, and HVAC system inspections - Energy efficiency and code compliance checks (e.g., insulation, fenestration, lighting, electrical vehicle service equipment) - Preparation of reports, sampling, and compliance with NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) registration and accreditation standards - Staffing Requirements: - Personnel must include architects, engineers, and inspectors with specified minimum years of experience and professional licensure - All staff must meet DOB qualification standards for special inspections - Notable Requirements: - Strict adherence to NYC Living Wage Law (Section 6-109) - Certified payroll, wage posting, and annual compliance certifications - Maximum staffing expense cap of $365,452.07 - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; services are technical and compliance-focused - Opportunity is open to firms with expertise in special inspections, laboratory testing, and historic or complex construction projects
Description
The Department of Design and Construction is seeking a Special Inspector to provide special inspection services for the CO306EXT2 - 170 East 121 Street Harlem Courthouse project. The scope includes removal and replacement of roofing, masonry restoration, stone and brick repairs, structural stabilization, window replacement, and more. The work aims to verify that construction activities comply with approved documents and codes. Vendors must be logged into their vendor PASSPort account to participate. Multiple documents are available for download as part of the bid package.