1. INVITATION TO PROPOSE
The City of Geneva Industrial Development Agency (IDA) is soliciting Competitive Sealed Proposals from qualified and experienced contractors to provide complete demolition and environmental remediation services for Building C at the Geneva Enterprise Development Center (GEDC), located at 122 North Genesee Street, Geneva, New York.
2. PROJECT BACKGROUND AND EXISTING CONDITIONS
A Facility Condition Assessment prepared by C&S Engineers, Inc. (October 2024) for the IDA documents that portions of the GEDC, including Building C, are abandoned, structurally deteriorated, and have exceeded their useful life. The building is part of an early 20th-century industrial complex with a long manufacturing history, creating a high likelihood of asbestos-containing materials, lead-based paint, and other regulated hazardous substances. Controlled demolition and comprehensive remediation are required.
3. SCOPE OF WORK
The selected contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, materials, permits, testing, abatement, demolition, disposal, restoration, and incidentals necessary to complete the project in full compliance with all applicable federal, New York State, and local laws.
3.1 General Demolition
Demolish and remove all above-grade structures comprising Building C, including structural components, interior finishes, and contents. All debris shall be lawfully transported and disposed of at approved facilities. All waste manifests must be submitted as part of project closeout documentation.
3.2 Hazardous Materials Identification and Remediation
The contractor shall perform all required hazardous materials surveys, sampling, notifications, abatement, monitoring, transportation, and disposal of asbestos, lead-based paint, and other regulated materials. Should a subcontractor be identified by either party as a necessary element to work completion an amendment to the scope of work may be made upon the prior written consent of the IDA and contractor.
3.3 Utilities
The contractor shall coordinate and complete all utility disconnects. City water and sanitary sewer disconnect fees are waived; coordination and physical disconnection remain the contractor’s responsibility.
3.4 Foundations and Below-Grade Structures
Base Bid: Collapse basement floors and foundation walls in place and backfill to meet existing grade with NYSDOT-approved embankment material.Alternate Bid: Complete removal of all foundations and below-grade structures and backfill with compacted fill placed in 12-inch lifts.
3.5 Site Restoration
Restore the site to redevelopment-ready condition including grading, four (4”) topsoil placement, seeding, erosion controls, and repair of any damaged adjacent infrastructure.
4. TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND SITE CONTROL
The contractor shall provide fencing, security, traffic control, dust control, signage, portable sanitation, and any temporary facilities required to safely complete the work.
5. MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE
A mandatory pre-bid conference and site walkthrough will be held. Attendance is required for proposal consideration.Date/Time: Monday, April 20, 2026 at 9:00AMLocation: Geneva Enterprise Development Center – Building C
Contact: Myles Webster, Webster Properties, 585-465-5007
6. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS
Proposals must include qualifications and experience, project approach, schedule, safety plan, and a lump-sum price including all fees and disposal costs.
7. EVALUATION AND SELECTION CRITERIA
Proposals will be evaluated using the following weighted criteria:
• Price – 50 points• Qualifications/Experience – 20 points• Project Approach – 20 points• Schedule – 10 points
8. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION
Proposals shall be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked:“RFP – Building C Demolition and Remediation Services”Submission Address:City of Geneva Industrial Development Agency
Attention: Adam Blowers, CFO47 Castle StreetGeneva, NY 14456Proposal Due Date: Thursday, May 7th, 2026 at 12:00PM EST
9. INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION
The contractor shall maintain required insurance coverage and shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the IDA, its members, officers, agents (other than the contractor), and employees from all claims, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of the work, including environmental hazards, except to the extent caused by the sole gross negligence of the IDA.
PROFESSIONAL INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS AND INDEMNIFICATION
The contractor shall maintain Workers’ Compensation, Employer’s Liability, Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Professional Liability insurance as required by law and IDA standards and shall indemnify and hold harmless the IDA from claims arising from professional and non-professional services, including acts of subcontractors.
10. GENERAL CONDITIONS
No proposal may be withdrawn for ninety (90) days. The IDA reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. All work shall comply with applicable laws and regulations.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR OFFERORS
Proposals will only be accepted from responsible and responsive companies that have an established reputation in the field of Construction and Demolition Services. A responsible offeror means an offeror who has the capability to perform fully the requirements of this RFP and the integrity to assure good faith performance.
PROTEST PERIOD
Any actual or prospective offeror aggrieved in connection with the solicitation or award may formally protest in writing to the IDA within seven (7) days of notice of award.
DISPUTES
In the event of a dispute regarding scope or performance, the decision of the IDA shall be final and binding.
DEVIATIONS AND CHANGES
Any deviations must be clearly noted in the proposal. Changes to this RFP after award require written approval by the IDA.
OWNERSHIP OF MATERIAL
All data and documentation produced pursuant to this contract shall become the exclusive property of the Geneva Industrial Development Agency.
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