University of Akron Workday #1233527

University of Akron Fountain Repair and Waterproofing Solicitation

The University of Akron is seeking bids for comprehensive repairs to the EJ Thomas Fountain. - Government Buyer: - University of Akron (Summit County, Akron, OH) - Scope of Work: - Remove existing topping slab and waterproofing system - Grout inject voids below the base slab to stabilize (not lift) the fountain base - Repair cracks in the base slab - Install a new hot-applied waterproofing system - Construct a new, sloped topping slab to direct drainage toward the fountain center well - Install new electrical conduit within the topping slab for free-standing lights (as specified by the fountain equipment designer) - Notable Requirements: - All additional mechanical and electrical upgrades not identified in this solicitation are part of a separate contract - 5% EDGE (Encouraging Diversity, Growth and Equity) participation goal - Estimated project cost: $232,000 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation

Description

This solicitation is for the repair of the EJ Thomas Fountain, including removing the existing topping slab and waterproofing system, grout injecting voids below the base slab to stabilize it, repairing cracks in the base slab, installing a new hot-applied waterproofing system, and installing a new sloped topping slab to drain towards the fountain center well. New electrical conduit will be placed within the topping slab for free-standing lights as provided by the fountain equipment designer. Additional mechanical and electrical upgrades not identified are part of a separate contract with the University of Akron.

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