NOTICES
DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES
Design Professional Selections
[27 Pa.B. 1084] The Selections Committee for the Department of General Services will meet to consider selections of Design Professionals for the following projects:
Project No. DGS 163-19. Marina Expansion, Phase I, Presque Isle State Park, Erie County, PA. Construction Cost: $962,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, replacement of existing Piers # 1 through # 7 with floating docks, preferable with fingers to accommodate up to 498 boats of various sizes and types. Water and electric to be provided for Piers # 1 through # 7 (or provisions for future addition). Repairs, primarily utility, to Piers A and B. Various renovations to meet ADA Accessibility Standards.
Project No. DGS 204-2. Construction of Annex Building and Renovation of Headquarters Complex, Troop ''F,'' Montoursville Headquarters, Lycoming County, PA. Construction Cost: $2,216,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, construction of an addition (approx. 4,000 sq. ft.) to house Procurement/Supply areas. Renovation of existing facility to include new HVAC system with individual climate controls; new electrical service/distribution system including emergency generator; new plumbing system including new sanitary/domestic water lines; and new male and female locker/shower rooms. Also included are renovations to interior space; bring building into ADA and energy use compliance; fire protection/detection system and exterior site improvements.
Project No. DGS 501-20. Upgrade Electrical Distribution System, Allentown State Hospital, Allentown, Lehigh County, PA. Construction Cost: $1,598,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, replacement of feeders; oil fused cutouts in transformer vaults and six 1- phase main substation transformers with two 3-phase 1500 KVA units. In addition, increase capacity of transformers by installation of larger transformers and rebuilding of main switchgear, including 11 drawout air breakers.
Project No. DGS 502-26. Replacement of Water Distribution System, Clarks Summit State Hospital, Clarks Summit, Lackawanna County, PA. Construction Cost: $1,500,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, a new loop system with valves to isolate sections of the hospital. In addition to improving reservoir integrity, the project will include rehabilitation and upgrades to the pumping facility.
Project No. DGS 508-38. Renovate Baths in Dixon Building Number 27, Mayview State Hospital, Bridgeville, Allegheny County, PA. Construction Cost: $235,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, renovations to baths including waterproofing and refinishing of shower/bathroom floors with non-skid material. Work shall include second floor (forensic) wards C-1 and C-2 plus first floor B-3 and B-4.
Project No. DGS 509-27. Renovation of Building Number 51, Norristown State Hospital, Norristown, Montgomery County, PA. Construction Cost: $780,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, replacement of plumbing system; installation of energy efficient windows and repair of heating system, controls and valves.
Project No. DGS 514-26. Upgrade Heating Control Systems, Warren State Hospital, Warren, Warren County, PA. Construction Cost: $450,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, installation of new ATC system in Buildings 1, 2 and 3, for steam heat control in living areas with some piping modifications possible. New controls should be interfaced with existing EMS.
Project No. DGS 515-22. Upgrade Water Supply/Treatment Systems, Wernersville State Hospital, Wernersville, Berks County, PA. Construction Cost: $550,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, upgrade and/or replacement of present water treatment/distribution system. In addition, provide a secondary source of water which will be identified by feasibility study to be performed as part of the design phase.
Project No. DGS 583-12. Upgrade Water Supply Distribution System, Ebensburg Center, Ebensburg, Cambria County, PA. Construction Cost: $550,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, upgrade/replace existing water distribution system, also, provide for installation of new valves for isolation of repairs should be installed throughout.
Project No. DGS 800-241. Utility Expansion for West Campus Development, Phase I, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Centre County, PA. Construction Cost: $12,500,000. This project is to provide utilities and services to the present and future West Campus guided generally by the current Master Plan. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, a walk-through tunnel for steam, air, condensate and chilled water. The tunnel will provide flexibility for installation of the utilities in a phased manor. Provide a new chilled water generating plant to serve new buildings and replacement of older, obsolete chilled water systems in existing buildings. Relocate and extend existing water system to provide adequate domestic and fire protection service. Also included is construction and distribution of 12.5 KV electric system with a medium voltage substation installed in the chiller building. Connection to existing storm water system. Extension of the natural gas service to accommodate future needs. Space to be provided in chiller plant building to accommodate telecommunications hub and a raceway system for future wiring needs for proposed buildings. Site improvements required to provide vehicular, pedestrian and service access to all areas. (See Note under Requirements and Information regarding Design Expertise.)
Project No. DGS 1578-1, Phase 4. Renovation of Institution, State Correctional Institution, Waymart, Wayne County, PA. Construction Cost: $4,417,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, construction and/or renovation of the existing buildings ''AA,'' ''BB,'' ''Q,'' ''X,'' ''W'' and ''Z'' primarily consisting of plumbing upgrades for showers, water closets and lavatories to meet ACA Guidelines. The project also includes renovation of the Control Room, Building ''Z'' for Administrative space and provide for an additional perimeter fence. All buildings must be made to comply with fire safety code requirements.
Requirements and Information Note--Design Expertise
Firms applying for Project No. DGS 800-241 must show experience in designing chilled water distribution systems, as well as other utility distribution systems for large, multibuilding, physical plant complexes.
Instructions for Filing Application
Professionals will not be considered by the Committee until all of the following requirements are met.
(a) Signed Revised 1994 Form 150, not more than 1 year old as of the deadline date stated in paragraph (d) below, must be filed with the Department of General Services for the requesting professional firm and the designated key consultants listed on the requesting professional firm's application (Form 150-S). All signatures on Form 150 must be original signatures. Consultants listed on the requesting professional firm's application (Form 150-S) shall be deemed to be designated key consultants. If these documents are not on file with the Department, the requesting professional firm must submit them with firm's application (Form 150-S). A photocopy of Form 150 without an original signature of a principal of the firm is not acceptable. Revised 1994 Form 150, Architect/Engineer Questionnaire, may be obtained upon request to the Selections Committee, Department of General Services, Room 104, 18th and Herr Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17125, telephone (717) 783-8468.
(b) The requesting professional firm shall obtain from each consultant listed in the requesting professional firm's application (Form 150-S) a signed letter of certification on the consultant's letterhead, attesting to the firm's consent to participate in the requesting professional firm's application (Form 150-S) for the specific project. Signed letters of certification from consultants are required and constitute a part of the requesting professional firm's application (Form 150-S) for the specific project. All signatures on letters of certification must be original signatures.
(c) The requesting professional firm must submit six signed copies of Revised 1994 Form 150-S, Specific Project Form, for each project herein advertised in which the firm is interested and qualified to perform. All signatures on Form 150-S must be original signatures. For architectural projects and, when appropriate, for engineering projects, the Professional shall supply photographs showing a maximum of two different views of each of the three projects described in Question 14, Page 5 of the application (Form 150-S). The requesting professional firm or Joint Venture members must be the Professional of Record for the Projects described in Question 14, Page 5 of the application (Form 150-S). It is not acceptable to list work performed by key consultants. The identification and appropriate supportive information concerning each photograph shall include the name, project title, location and the name of the Professional of Record. Renderings and brochures will not be accepted in lieu of photographs. The photographs shall be attached to each copy of the application, (Form 150-S). The pages of each copy of revised 1994 Form 150-S must be stapled with photographs and consultant's letters of certification followed by photocopies of licenses of registered professionals included as the last section of the application. Do not bind the application (Form 150-S) in any way to any other documentation. Do not bind the application (Form 150-S) in a binder of any type. Revised 1994 Form 150-S may be obtained upon request to the Selections Committee, Department of General Services, Room 104, 18th and Herr Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17125, telephone (717) 783-8468.
(d) A complete project submission, which consists of documents described in paragraphs (a), (b) and (c) above, must be received on or before the close of business (5 p.m.) Wednesday, March 19, 1997, and addressed to the Selections Committee, Department of General Services, Room 104, 18th and Herr Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17125. Fax applications are not acceptable.
Project submissions must be made on the current 1994 forms. Outdated forms are not acceptable.
(e) The Selections Committee may at its discretion establish interviews with any or all of the Professionals who have requested consideration for appointment as designer for the above projects. If an interview is required, the Professional will be notified by the Committee as to the date, time and location.
(f) Additional information, in writing, may be requested by the Committee as required.
Additional Services--Indoor Air Quality Assessment Program and Hazardous Materials
The Professional firm selected to design a project will be expected to perform and administer, when required by the Department as Additional Services, an Indoor Air Quality Assessment Program during Building or Renovation Commissioning and the sampling, testing, inspection and monitoring for removal of any asbestos, other hazardous waste or contaminants encountered during project design or construction, unless otherwise stated in the Scope.
The professional agrees to comply with the terms of the Agreement and specifically as it relates to the Professional Liability Insurance and the General Liability Insurance Requirements.
The Selections Committee encourages responses from small firms, minority firms, women-owned firms and firms who have not previously performed State work, and will consider Joint Ventures, which will enable them to participate in this program.
All applications submitted are subject to review by the Selections Committee. The Selections Committee disclaims any liability whatsoever as to its review of the applications submitted and in formulating its recommendations for selection. All recommendations for selection made by the Committee shall be final under the act of July 22, 1975 (P. L. 75, No. 45).
GARY E. CROWELL,
Secretary
[Pa.B. Doc. No. 97-312. Filed for public inspection February 28, 1997, 9:00 a.m.]
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