RENO/ REPLACE BRICK ROADWAYS- CBD

The City of Pittsburgh has awarded a contract to Frank J. Zottola Construction for the renovation and replacement of brick roadways in the Central Business District (CBD). The contract is for a term of two years, with two one-year options to renew. The contractor will be responsible for performing all work in accordance with the contract specifications and prevailing wage rates. The contract includes provisions for insurance, bonds, and workers' compensation. The City of Pittsburgh is exempt from federal excise taxes and transportation taxes, and the contractor must exclude these taxes from their bid prices. The contract also includes a provision for the contractor to provide a certificate of liability insurance, which must include the City of Pittsburgh as an additional insured. Some key points to consider when comparing this contract to similar contracts include: • The scope of work, which includes the renovation and replacement of brick roadways in the CBD • The contract term and options for renewal • The prevailing wage rates and benefits required for contractors and subcontractors • The insurance and bonding requirements • The provisions for workers' compensation and liability insurance • The tax exemptions and exclusions applicable to the contract