Architectural Services for the Roof Replacement at Edison Middle School

City of Meriden

Buyer requests qualifications from professional consultants to provide design, construction documents, and contract administration for roof replacement at Edison Middle School. The existing PVC membrane roofing installed in 2000 has exceeded its life expectancy and needs replacement. Buyer requires a minimum 20-year non-prorated roofing warranty. The project includes barrel-vault roofs and low-slope membrane roofs with various penetrations.

• 4/2/2025 - Pre-Proposal Conference
• 4/10/2025 - Deadline for Questions
• 4/17/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 6/20/2025 - Interviews of Shortlisted Firms
• 7/31/2025 - Notice of Award
• 11/30/2025 - Complete Schematic Design
• 12/31/2025 - Complete Design Development
• 1/31/2026 - Complete Construction Bid Documents
• 4/30/2026 - Bid Opening
• 6/30/2026 - Construction Begins
• 9/30/2026 - Project Completion

• Demonstrate at least 10 years of experience designing roofing
• Must be licensed and authorized in Connecticut to practice Architecture/Engineering
• Experience with State of CT School Grant Projects

• Conduct thorough investigation of existing roof conditions
• Create CAD documents of existing conditions
• Develop multiple roofing design options for City approval
• Prepare detailed construction documents and specifications
• Coordinate with all State and local government approval processes
• Develop accurate construction cost estimates at each design phase
• Implement design modifications to keep project within budget
• Document and evaluate the failed PVC membrane roofing system
• Address recurring leaks around penthouses and Media Center corridor
• Create snow-slide protection system for barrel-vault roofs
• Design new lightning protection system for reinstallation after roofing
• Coordinate State OSCG&R requirements for reimbursement eligibility
• Develop phasing possibilities based on funding constraints
• Manage bidding process and respond to bidder questions
• Provide construction administration services during roof replacement
• Verify compliance with Connecticut building and energy codes
• Evaluate the existing secondary overflow roof drain systems
• Design new fascia, drip edge, and wall counter flashing systems
• Address unfinished caulk joints at penthouses to prevent leaks
• Conduct water testing to identify leak sources around penthouses