Description
The Bozorth and Hawthorn Hall Decoupling Project is a university‑wide retrofit that will disconnect the existing central steam loop serving Bozorth Hall and Hawthorn Hall, install new independent boiler systems, and perform associated mechanical, electrical, and masonry work. The contract is a single‑prime general‑contractor award and must comply with New Jersey procurement statutes, prevailing‑wage requirements, and university safety standards. Work must be substantially completed by mid‑October 2026, with liquidated damages for late performance. Bidders must submit a full technical and price proposal through the university’s electronic portal.
• Disconnect existing steam loop and install new boilers in each building.
• Provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, insurance, bonding, and coordination required for complete installation.
• Include related demolition, masonry (unit block and brick veneer), mechanical piping, electrical panel relocation, and site logistics (temporary fencing, lay‑down area, on‑site office).
• Must meet NJ statutes (N.J.S.A. 10:5‑31 et seq., N.J.A.C. 17:27) and prevailing‑wage rules; liquidated damages $500/day after October 12 2026.