RFP 1663 - Community Director Kitchen Renovation: Freeman Hall Unit 200

This contract concerns the renovation of the Community Director kitchen in Freeman Hall, Unit 200, at Montclair State University. The work includes selective demolition, installation of a new kitchen suite (cabinets, countertops, appliances), new flooring, and upgrades to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and fire‑sprinkler systems to convert the space into a functional apartment‑style unit. The project is being awarded on an “intention to award” basis to MOLBA CONSTRUCTION, with the bid deadline of July 23 2026 and an addendum issued on July 14 2026 that modified the submission deadline. The university requires compliance with New Jersey prevailing‑wage rules, public‑works registration, and submission of detailed BIM (LOD 500) submittals. • Scope: full interior renovation of a dorm‑type unit (≈250 sq ft) with new kitchen equipment and MEP upgrades. • Procurement: open RFP, single‑award, full‑open competition; award to the most advantageous bidder. • Requirements: bid through Workday Strategic Sourcing, bid bond = 10 % of proposal, performance & payment bonds = 100 % of contract price, $5 M excess liability insurance, adherence to NJ Building Codes and university’s General Conditions.