Window Replacement Ridge Street Early Childhood Center

The Newark Board of Education is seeking a qualified contractor to replace all windows at the Ridge Street Early Childhood Center, including hazardous material abatement, installation of new windows per design drawings, and associated site controls. The work must be phased to minimize disruption to school activities, with most construction occurring on weekends or holidays after approval. The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, permits, insurance, and required bonds, and adhere to a 180‑working‑day schedule from the Notice to Proceed. • Remove existing windows, asbestos‑containing plaster, and lead‑based paint; perform AHERA‑compliant abatement. • Supply and install new windows, complete dust‑control and HVAC‑control plans, and obtain all necessary permits. • Provide a 10 % bid bond (max $20k), 100 % performance and payment bonds, and maintain required insurance coverage. • Follow strict schedule: start after Notice to Proceed, finish within 180 working days; submit monthly progress schedules and close‑out documents.