Johnson Victrola Museum MEP Upgrades

The State of Delaware is soliciting bids for comprehensive Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) upgrades to the Johnson Victrola Museum in Dover. The work includes design‑build replacement of first‑floor ADA‑compliant bathrooms, full underground sanitary piping, new lighting fixtures, fire‑alarm/security systems, HVAC controls, ceiling acoustical systems, and associated civil work. The project is a prevailing‑wage, public‑works contract (Kent County) with mandatory pre‑bid attendance, a $40,000 allowance for miscellaneous items, and strict subcontractor‑listing requirements. Bidders must submit a 10 % bid security, obtain required bonds, and comply with drug‑testing, structured‑cabling, and prevailing‑wage regulations. The target substantial completion is October 2026. • Scope: MEP replacement (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), fire‑alarm & security, lighting‑control, acoustical ceilings, civil utilities, ADA bathrooms. • Location: Johnson Victrola Museum, 375 S New St, Dover, DE 19904 (Kent County). • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting: 10 Dec 2025, 10:00 a.m. (attendance required). • Bid submission: Via Bonfire portal by 1:00 p.m. 22 Jan 2026; bid opening 2:00 p.m. same day. • Bonds: 10 % bid security; 100 % performance & payment bonds after award. • Prevailing‑wage: Delaware rates for Kent County (effective 14 Mar 2025). • Sub‑contractor requirement: Six categories (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire‑Alarm/Security, Controls, Carpentry) with full name/address; no “N/A” entries allowed. • Allowance: $40,000 general allowance, usage requires written approval. • Schedule: Target substantial completion before Oct 2026; contractor must provide detailed schedule and 3‑week look‑ahead updates. • Key contacts: Bill Davis (Construction Projects Manager, DFM) – email [email protected]; DEDC, LLC for document purchase (302‑738‑7172). • Drawings: Updated via Addenda 2 (Dec 17 2025) and 3 (Jan 12 2026) – include revised ceiling, electrical, and control details. • Required certifications: Drug‑testing affidavit (OMB Reg 4104), non‑collusion statement, and applicable licenses for electrical/HVAC/plumbing.