DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES Design Professional Selections [31 Pa.B. 2634] The Selections Committee (Committee) for the Department of General Services (Department) will meet to consider selections of Design Professionals for the following projects:
Project No. DGS 194-49--Park Improvements, Lehigh Gorge State Park, Luzerne and Carbon Counties, PA. Construction Cost: $2,500,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to: new park office/visitor center; new maintenance building; river access for boaters; remove steel hazards; utilities and site improvements including bridges, trails, retaining walls and site stabilization.
Project No. DGS 403-73--Infrastructure Renovations, Phase II, Cheyney University, Cheyney, Delaware County, PA. Construction Cost: $1,263,334. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, renovation of infrastructure which includes electrical, mechanical, steam/condensate lines and cooling towers. The following may also be included: roadways, parking, sidewalks, drainage, communications, fire protection/signaling, telephone, energy management system and fiber optic system.
Project No. DGS 404-59--Replace Steam Lines, Phase III, Clarion University, Clarion, Clarion County, PA. Construction Cost: $2,083,333. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, replacement of approximately 1,500 feet of existing steam distribution lines (1,000 feet of lines and 500 feet of tunnels). Replacement includes new steam piping/supporting equipment, new tunnel sections and restoration of excavated areas.
Project No. DGS 412-50--Reconstruction of Roadways, Sidewalks and Parking Facilities, Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, Cumberland County, PA. Construction Cost: $1,005,834. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to: reconstruction of roadways throughout the campus; installation of sidewalks; realignment/widening/paving of roads, sidewalks and parking lots.
Project No. DGS 413-49--Replacement of Vincent Science Building, Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, Butler County, PA. Construction Cost: $12,035,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, construction of a new science and technology building to house programs in computer science, chemistry, biology, cytotechnology, medical technology, prehealth professional areas, high tech learning and research centers. The approximately 79,000 sq. ft. building will consist of offices, laboratories and classrooms.
Project No. DGS 417-31--Renovation of Two Fire Towers, Thaddeus Stevens State School of Technology, Lancaster, Lancaster County, PA. Construction Cost: $843,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, renovation of fire towers, located at the east and west ends of Brenner, Bourne and Metzger Halls in order to comply with the Department of Labor and Industry fire standards.
Project No. DGS 417-38--Reconstruction of Utility Tunnel along with all Steam and Condensate Lines, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, Lancaster, Lancaster County, PA. Construction Cost: $917,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, demolition of existing tunnel walls/slabs. Construction of new concrete walls and slabs. The total length of tunnel is approximately 400 feet. Also replace steam pipes, pipe joints, flanges, welds and supports.
Project No. DGS 513-28--Upgrade Water Source and Distribution, Torrance State Hospital, Torrance, Westmoreland County, PA. Construction Cost: $550,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, providing a new economical and dependable water source for the complex. Also included are upgrades to the water distribution system.
Project No. DGS 515-23--New Gas or Oil Fired Boiler Installation, Wernersville State Hospital, Wernersville, Berks County, PA. Construction Cost: $600,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, providing efficient steam generation from the boiler plant. Installation of new controls shall include replacement of any equipment utilized in the operation of the units.
Project No. DGS 571-27--New Boiler and Boiler House Renovations, State Correctional Institution, Rockview, Centre County, PA. Construct Cost: $1,232,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, installation of an emergency gas/oil fired boiler including all auxiliary equipment. Also included is upgrade of existing coal fired boilers and equipment.
Project No. DGS 577-29--Plumbing and Heating System Renovations, State Correctional Institution, Graterford, Montgomery County, PA. Construction Cost: $5,000,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, replacement of plumbing/heating system piping within ''A,'' ''B,'' ''C,'' ''D'' and ''E'' cell blocks and tunnels.
Project No. DGS 589-9--Life Safety Code Upgrades, Youth Development Center, New Castle, Lawrence County, PA. Construction Cost: $962,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, building wide renovations to provide new fire alarm systems, emergency lighting upgrades, smoke detection systems, locks, sprinklers, partitions, doors, etc. to comply with all applicable code requirements.
Project No. DGS 800-203--Electrical Distribution System, The Pennsylvania State University, Altoona Campus, Altoona, Blair County, PA. Construction Cost: $1,334,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, installation of new underground duct and manhole systems for electrical and telecommunications services. Replace buried electrical system with new cabling complete with necessary equipment. Also included is installation of new communications cabling.
Project No. DGS 800-267--Construct Multistory Classroom Facility, The Pennsylvania State University, Altoona Campus, Altoona, Blair County, PA. Construction Cost: $6,667,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, a new multistory classroom building to provide modern classrooms, laboratories, faculty offices, student service/support spaces, seminar rooms and other related areas.
Project No. DGS 800-268--Construction of a Research and Economic Development Center, The Pennsylvania State University, Behrend College, Erie, Erie County, PA. Construction Cost: $25,000,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, state-of-the-art instructional and research facility for the School of Engineering and Engineering Technology. The building will house flexible modern research and instructional labs, computing facilities, office areas, seminar/conference areas, general/special purpose classrooms and support services
Project No. DGS 972-7--Building and Site Improvements, Landis Valley Museum, Lancaster, Lancaster County, PA. Construction Cost: $1,114,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to: interior improvements to the Bitzer Barn, including new HVAC system, new lighting, fire suppression system, upgrades to windows and doors, interior finishes and collections storage upgrades; structural repairs and exterior improvements to the Pierce Landis Barn; interior upgrades to restrooms at the Textile Building; siding replacement on the Steam Barn; and exterior painting and carpentry repairs to the Issac Landis House, Landis Valley Hotel, Blacksmith Shop and Tavern.
Project No. DGS 1103-69--Ventilation and Fume Hood Upgrade for Chevron Science Center, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, PA. Construction Cost: $5,000,000. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, upgrade and/or replacement of the Center's ventilation system to meet all applicable codes/regulations. Also includes retrofit and/or replacement of all fume hoods and addition of new hoods. Modification/upgrades to building and/or systems to properly implement scope.
Requirements and Information Note--Project Program
A Project Program, prepared by the Using Agency, is available for the following projects: DGS 194-49, DGS 403-73, DGS 404-59, DGS 412-50, DGS 413-49, DGS 417-31, DGS 417-38, DGS 513-28, DGS 515-23, DGS 571-27, DGS 577-29, DGS 589-9, DGS 800-203, DGS 800-267, DGS 800-268, DGS 972-7 and DGS 1103-69. Project Programs are available on the Internet by clicking on the project number in the advertisement which can be accessed through the Public Works section on the Department's Home Page at www.dgs.state.pa.us. Copies of the Project Programs may be obtained upon request to the Selections Committee, Department of General Services, Room 103, 18th and Herr Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17125, (717) 783-8468, or via e-mail by addressing a request to pbianchi@state.pa.us.
Instructions for Filing Application
Professionals will not be considered by the Committee until all of the following requirements are met.
(a) Signed Form 150-ASP must be filed with the Department. The signature on Form 150-ASP must be an original signature. Consultants listed on the requesting professional firm's application, Form 150-ASP, shall be deemed to be designated Key Consultants. Form 150-ASP, Application For Specific Project, may be obtained upon request to the Selections Committee, Department of General Services, Room 103, 18th and Herr Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17125, (717) 783-8468. The Form 150-ASP can be downloaded from the Professional Selections website of the Department's Internet Home Page at http://www.dgs.state.pa.us. In addition, Form 150-ASP can be obtained via e-mail by addressing a request to: pbianchi@state.pa.us.
(b) The requesting professional firm shall obtain from each consultant listed in Question 9, page 4 of the requesting professional firm's application (Form 150-ASP), a signed letter of certification on the consultant's letterhead, attesting to the firm's consent to participate in the requesting professional firm's application (Form 150-ASP) for the specific project. Signed letters of certification from consultants are required and constitute a part of the requesting professional firm's application (Form 150-ASP) for the specific project. The signature on the letter of certification must be an original signature.
(c) The requesting Professional firm must submit six copies of Form 150-ASP, Application for Specific Project, for each project herein advertised in which the firm is interested and qualified to perform. At least one of the six copies submitted must contain all original signatures. For architectural projects and, when appropriate, for engineering projects, the Professional shall supply photographs showing a maximum of two different views of each of the three relevant projects described in Question 12, pages 7--9 of the application (Form 150-ASP). The requesting Professional firm or joint venture firm must be the Professional of Record for the projects described in Question 12, pages 7--9 of the application (Form 150-ASP). It is not acceptable to list work performed by Key Consultants. The identification and appropriate supportive information concerning each photograph shall include the name, project title, location and the name of the Professional of Record. Color photo copies are acceptable, however, renderings and brochures will not be accepted in lieu of photographs. The photographs shall be attached to each copy of the application (Form 150-ASP). The pages of each copy of Form 150-ASP must be stapled with photographs and consultant's letters of certification followed by the resumes of Key Personnel (listed in Question 10 and/or 11 on pages 5 and/or 6) included as the last section of the application. Do not bind the application (Form 150-ASP) in any way to any other documentation. Do not bind the application (Form 150-ASP) in a binder of any type.
(d) A complete project submission, which consists of documents previously described in paragraphs (a)--(c), must be received on or before the close of business (5 p.m.) Friday, June 8, 2001, and addressed to the Selections Committee, Department of General Services, Room 103, 18th and Herr Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17125. Fax applications are not acceptable. Project submissions must be made on Form 150-ASP. Applications submitted on any other form are unacceptable and will not be considered by the Committee.
(e) The Committee may, at its discretion, establish interviews with any or all of the Professionals who have requested consideration for appointment as designer for the previous projects. If an interview is required, the Professional will be notified by the Committee as to the date, time and location.
(f) Additional information, in writing, may be requested by the Committee as required.
(g) In accordance with Act 57 of 1998, where the amount of Base Construction Allocation (Construction Cost) is in excess of or equal to $20,000,000, the fee to be paid to the design Professional and the terms of the contract between the design Professional and the Department shall be negotiated.
Additional Services--Indoor Air Quality Assessment Program and Hazardous Materials
The Professional firm selected to design a project will be expected to perform and administer, when required by the Department as additional services, an Indoor Air Quality Assessment Program during Building or Renovation Commissioning and the sampling, testing, inspection and monitoring for removal of any asbestos, other hazardous waste or contaminants encountered during project design or construction, unless otherwise stated in the Scope.
The Committee encourages responses from small firms, minority firms, women-owned firms and firms who have not previously performed State work, and will consider joint ventures, which will enable them to participate in this program.
All applications submitted are subject to review by the Committee. The Committee disclaims any liability whatsoever as to its review of the applications submitted and in formulating its recommendations for selection. All recommendations for selection made by the Committee shall be final under Act 57 of May 15, 1998.
GARY E. CROWELL,
Secretary[Pa.B. Doc. No. 01-866. Filed for public inspection May 18, 2001, 9:00 a.m.]
