Description
The Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking bids for the replacement of the roof at the Eastern Kentucky Veterans Center. The project involves removing the existing shingle roofing, providing a 2-ply modified bitumen roofing membrane, and installing new underlayment, ice/water shield, and asphalt shingles. The contractor will also be required to remove identified areas of moisture in the existing roof system and replace them with like materials. The project is expected to be completed within a few weeks or months, although the exact duration is not specified. Key considerations for the contractor include ensuring that all work is done in accordance with the plans and specifications, and that the project is completed on time and within budget. Some of the key tasks involved in the project include:
• Removing the existing shingle roofing down to the wood roof deck
• Providing a 2-ply modified bitumen roofing membrane on a cover board over the existing roof system
• Installing new underlayment, ice/water shield, and asphalt shingles
• Removing identified areas of moisture in the existing roof system and replacing them with like materials
• Providing new flashings and pre-finished metal where required