RFP - Water Infiltration Program Enclosure Repairs - 2025

The Water Infiltration Program is a multi‑building envelope repair effort at Wayne State University, covering five historic campus structures (Old Main, Student Center, Biological Science, Engineering Tech, and Knapp). The work includes replacement of expansion joints, flashing, masonry repair, EIFS removal/installation, window sealants, roof membrane repairs, and other waterproofing measures. The solicitation was open‑competition, with a pre‑bid conference on March 6 2025 and a final bid deadline of March 25 2025. Awards have been made to three contractors for three of the five buildings. The contract is a lump‑sum, fixed‑price agreement requiring full performance and payment bonds, compliance with WSU wage rates, and extensive documentation (certified payroll, insurance, warranties). • Scope: exterior envelope repairs, waterproofing, masonry, EIFS, roof membrane, flashing, and related trades across five campus buildings. • Procurement: open RFP, optional pre‑bid conference, bid deadline March 25 2025, awards to RAM Construction (Student Center), JMD Building Restoration (Biological Science), Akins Construction (Knapp). • Requirements: 100 % performance & payment bonds, 5 % bid bond (if > $50 k), adherence to Michigan prevailing‑wage rates, strict safety, smoke‑free, and local‑spend policies.