Rehabilitate Rice Hall

CORNELL UNIVERSITY NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed bids for SUCF Project No. 161065_- REHABILITATE RICE HALL will be received by Cornell University at 121 Humphreys Service Building, 639 Dryden Road, Ithaca, New York 14853, until 3:00PM on March 18, 2025, then opened publicly in Room 133 Humphreys Service Building and via Zoom at:https://cornell.zoom.us/j/97060676843?pwd=SwzVcvQJ6P2mLjALlPU0bDxV5mPXf0.1&from=addon. Bids must be accompanied by a bid security (bid bond or certified check) in the amount of 10% of total bid.

Scope of Work: 

This project includes renovating all levels of Rice Hall, including the basement, attic, and three (3) floors of programmed space. The renovation involves installing new mechanical systems, updating interior finishes, and creating modern office and classroom spaces to meet the University's business and academic needs. Additionally, the project addresses critical maintenance issues, such as replacing the roof and windows, repairing the masonry façade, replacing exterior underground utilities, and updating the driveway. 

A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2025, at 9:00AM in Room 101 of the Humphreys Service Building, in Ithaca, New York, or via Zoom at: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94748169629?pwd=l8zOjcSy04Xu2CAinBm1aJkbMjk27Y.1&from=addon. 

Bidders may preview and purchase plans and specifications from a secure website for non-refundable fee of $49.00 per set.  Fees are waived for certified Minority and Women Owned and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses. Certification status will be verified in the New York State Contract System. 

To order, visit https://fcs.cornell.edu/projects-out-to-bid. Select the project. Click on the button to enter the secure purchasing site. You will be required to establish a Username (email addresses are recommended) and Password. All on-line information is available 24/7 for your convenience. Questions should be directed to Facilities Contracts at 607-255-5343.

Work shall be completed within five hundred (500) calendar days after Owner’s written Notice to Proceed.