Description
This contract calls for a rapid, full‑scale renovation of the parking lot at Barringer High School in Newark, NJ. The work includes demolition of existing pavement, excavation, back‑filling, installation of new asphalt or concrete paving, curbs, striping, landscape restoration, and new site lighting with associated electrical work. The project is funded by the Newark Board of Education and will be executed under a traditional construction contract that includes allowances, unit‑price items, and change‑order provisions. The schedule is extremely tight, with construction beginning on 4 May 2026, substantial completion required by 21 May 2026, and final close‑out within a week thereafter. Comprehensive safety, environmental, and documentation requirements are imposed, including daily reports, weekly meetings, and use of the Autodesk Construction Cloud for all submittals and RFIs.
• Scope: demolition, earthwork, paving, curbs, striping, landscaping, and site‑lighting installation.
• Schedule: ~24‑day construction window (4 May – 28 May 2026) with strict working‑hour restrictions around school operations.
• Contract terms: traditional contract with 2 % retainage, $300 k contingency allowance, two‑year warranty, and a 100 % maintenance bond.
• Compliance: OSHA/NJ PEOSH safety plan, environmental erosion‑control, and extensive close‑out documentation.
• No vendor selected yet; open to qualified contractors who can meet the fast‑track schedule and submit all required submittals through the architect’s Autodesk Construction Cloud portal.