ReBid FPM - Campus Wide Elevator Modernization - 2024

Wayne State University launched a public, competitive solicitation to modernize 24 passenger elevators across 11 campus buildings. The work is turn‑key, requiring removal of existing equipment, installation of new traction or hydraulic systems, updated controls, safety devices, interior finishes, and a uniform closed‑circuit camera package. Each building is awarded as a separate lump‑sum contract, and the university has already awarded four firms to specific sites. Bidders must meet strict bonding, insurance, wage‑schedule, certified‑payroll, and diversity‑spend requirements, and attendance at the pre‑bid conference was mandatory. • Scope: full elevator modernization (mechanical, electrical, control, fire‑life‑safety, interior finish) plus AXIS P91 security cameras. • Procurement: open competition, electronic submission, 5 % bid bond for bids ≥ $50 k, performance bonds, and $200/day liquidated‑damage clause. • Awards: TK Elevator (Science Hall, Student Center), ESI Legacy Holdco (Reuther Library, Biological Sciences, Faculty/Administration, Elliman), Lardner Elevator (Alumni House, Parking Structure 1 & 5), KONE (5057 Woodward, Parking Structure 6).