Opportunity
NYC Passport #85027Y0181
Bronx Housing Courthouse Modernization: Elevator, Escalator, Platform Lift Upgrades & Special Inspection Services
Posted
September 25, 2026
Respond By
October 02, 2026
Identifier
85027Y0181
NAICS
238290, 238210, 541350, 562910
The City of New York is undertaking a major modernization project at the Bronx Housing Courthouse, focusing on elevator, escalator, and platform lift upgrades, as well as special inspection and laboratory testing services. - Government Buyer: - City of New York Department of Design and Construction (DDC) - New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), Division of Public Buildings - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; systems must be serviceable by any licensed contractor using OEM parts without proprietary restrictions - Products/Services Requested: - Modernization and replacement of 6 elevators, 2 escalators, and 4 platform lifts - Includes elevator cars, control panels, machine rooms, gates, controls, call signals, and signage - Installation and upgrades for mechanical (HVAC units, pumps, piping), electrical (panels, switches, lighting), fire alarm (smoke detectors, command stations), and sprinkler systems - Cloud-based elevator remote monitoring and communication systems - Comprehensive asbestos abatement services - Special inspection and laboratory testing services for construction, including: - Mechanical systems, fire-resistant penetrations and joints, sprinkler systems, post-installed anchors, and cast-in-place concrete - ADA compliance inspections and detailed reporting within 7 days of site visits - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All new systems must be accessible and serviceable by any licensed contractor using OEM parts (no proprietary restrictions) - Compliance with NYC Building Code, ADA standards, and labor standards (including prevailing/living wage and M/WBE participation) - Project Labor Agreement and HireNYC hiring obligations - Comprehensive asbestos abatement required during modernization - Detailed inspection reports with measurements, photographs, code references, and corrective recommendations - Insurance and quality assurance protocols required
Description
The Department of Design and Construction is seeking a Special Inspector to provide special inspection services for the CO295EV- Bronx Housing Courthouse- Special Inspections project. The scope includes evaluating installed conditions for compliance with applicable accessibility standards and identifying any non-conforming elements or construction deficiencies. Inspections will use field verification tools such as digital cameras, tape measures, and smart levels. After each site visit, a written report documenting observations, measurements, photographs, and recommendations for corrective action must be submitted within 7 days to DDC's ADA Compliance Unit for review.