Description
The Water Infiltration Program is a lump‑sum design‑build construction effort to remediate water infiltration across three Wayne State University facilities: Old Main, the Undergraduate Library, and the Maccabees building. The contract requires a single‑entity general contractor to manage demolition, waterproofing, structural repairs, utility coordination, testing, and close‑out documentation, while complying with stringent university wage, safety, and environmental policies. The contractor must also provide performance and payment bonds, a comprehensive insurance package, and detailed schedule of values and sworn statements for subcontractors.
• Full envelope repair – sealant removal/replacement, flashing, masonry repointing, brick/stone/terracotta repairs, and structural steel lintel work.
• Coordination with the university‑appointed consultant (Intertek) for design interpretation, submittals, and quality control.
• Mandatory pre‑bid conference attendance; submission of a single PDF package containing proposal, bid bond, insurance certificates, and pre‑qualification questionnaire.
• Liquidated damages of $1,000 per day for delays; retainage structure (10% until 50% complete, then reduced).