A. The scope of work for this project consists of adding central air conditioning for the Graduate Studios located on the 3rd Floor of the Smiley Art Building. The main features of the "Base Bid" work shall include, but are not limited to the following 1. Major removal work by Contractor includes: A. Complete removal of existing supply and return grilles in graduate studios 301, 302, 303, 304, 305, 306, 307, 308, 309, 310, 311, 313, and 315. B. Prior to bidding, verification of all existing materials needing to be removed, and in coordination with all the work shown on the drawings and listed in the specifications. 2. Major new work by Contractor includes providing and installing all new materials as per the drawing plans and details and as described below: A. Providing and installing a fully functional hvac system consisting of, but not limited to all new roof mounted ductless split system heat pumps, dunnage, wall mounted condensate pumps, sleeves, escutcheons, wall mounted cassette units, condensate drains, refrigerant piping and refrigerant, grilles and diffusers, thermostats, and control wiring as coordinated with removal work, in quantities as shown on the drawings, and as noted in the specifications. B. Providing and installing all new sub-power panels, conduit, wiring, supports, disconnects, and circuit breakers from existing power panels to new sub-panels as shown on the drawings and as noted in the specifications. **As of January 16,2023, We are not moving forward with this project.No definite date for the rebid.** Smiley Art Building - Penthouse HVAC Renovation Bids must be submitted in duplicate in accordance with the instructions contained in the Information for Bidders. Security will be required for each bid in an amount not less than five (5) percent of the Total Bid. It is the policy of the State of New York and the State University of New York to encourage minority business enterprise participation in this project by contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and all bidders are expected to cooperate in implementing this policy. The State University of New York reserves the right to reject any or all bids. CR No - 2102675