This is a rebid for the elevator modernization project at the Centertown Parking Garage located at 101 West Gray Street, Elmira, New York. The project involves modernization of two elevators (A and C) and includes general construction, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work. Bids will be received until June 23, 2026, at 1:45 PM, and will be opened publicly at 2:00 PM on the same date. A prebid conference is scheduled for June 4, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the project site. Bidders are required to submit a bid bond of 5% of the total gross sum bid. The project has a 5% DBE participation requirement. Documents can be obtained online from May 26, 2026, via www. ***. *. * must register on the site. The City of Elmira reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope entitled: BID RFB322R REBID ELEVATOR MODERNIZATION CENTERTOWN PARKING GARAGE 101 WEST GRAY STREET, ELMIRA, NEW YORK **** must be received in the purchasing department by 1:45 PM on the due date, June 23, 2026.
The city shall retain five percent 5% of the total of each invoice submitted by the contractor. The city shall pay the retainage upon the contractors full and complete performance of all work awarded pursuant to this bid.
Manufacturers special warranty: Manufacturer agrees to repair, restore, or replace elevator work that fails in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period. Warranty period: one year from date of substantial completion. Warranty shall include one annual safety test as described in ASME A17. 1.
It is the intent of the owner to award a contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, provided the bid has been submitted in accordance with the requirements of the bidding documents.
Owner reserves the right to reject any bid if the evidence submitted by or investigation of such bidder fails to satisfy the owner that such bidder is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of the contract and to complete the work contemplated therein.
If the successful bidder fails or omits to execute the contract or to furnish the bonds by 5:00 PM on the Monday following the award of the contract by the City Council, the security shall be forfeited to the city.
A prebid conference will be held at Centertown Parking Garage, 101 West Gray Street, Elmira, New York at 9:00 AM on June 4, 2026. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend and participate in the conference.
Samples for initial selection: Submit manufacturers color charts consisting of units or sections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available. Submit two full sets of available choices where color, pattern, texture, or similar characteristics are required to be selected from manufacturers product line.
Requests for clarification or interpretation of the bidding documents shall be submitted by the bidder in writing and shall be received by the architect at least seven days prior to the date for receipt of bids.
Conditional bids will not be accepted. Owner reserves the right to reject any bid if the evidence submitted by or investigation of such bidder fails to satisfy the owner that such bidder is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of the contract and to complete the work contemplated therein.
