Window Replacement at Ridge Street Early Childhood Center Addendum No. 1 Questions and Answers

This opportunity concerns the full replacement of windows at the Ridge Street Early Childhood Center, a Newark public school facility. The scope includes removal of existing window assemblies, abatement of aluminum capping, installation of new insulated glazing units, provision of transom glazing for future air‑conditioner placement, and integration of new fixed louvers with existing operable dampers. Contractors must also refurbish existing expanded‑metal window guards, supply glazing beads for future AC panels, and maintain a weather‑tight building envelope throughout construction using temporary enclosures. On‑site storage, waste‑container space, and lift parking will be provided by the Board of Education, but the contractor is responsible for managing material staging and any limited parking impacts. The bid deadline is 12:00 p.m. EST on April 30, 2026, and the addendum must be signed and returned with the bid. • Remove and dispose of existing window frames, aluminum capping, and old sealants. • Install new insulated glazing units, including transom panels for future AC units, and supply required glazing beads. • Provide and install new fixed louvers, refurbish and reinstall expanded‑metal window guards, and coordinate with existing operable louvers. • Maintain building safety, security, and weather‑tightness with temporary enclosures; manage on‑site storage, waste, and lift parking logistics.