Iredell County Animal Services Shelter Expansion

The Project consists of site work and construction of an approximately 4,300-square-foot, one-story addition to the existing Animal Shelter. The Work includes, but is not limited to, site clearing and preparation, site paving, fencing, and construction of animal housing areas for dogs, cats, and exotic animals. The Base Bid includes construction of the Animal Shelter addition in accordance with the Contract Documents and applicable building codes. The building construction is classified as Type VB (5B) construction. The Work shall include all associated mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and related building systems necessary for a complete and fully operational facility. All work shall be performed in accordance with the plans, specifications, applicable codes, regulations, and requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction. Because the existing Animal Shelter will remain operational throughout construction, the awarded Contractor shall coordinate with the Owner to develop and implement a comprehensive Site Safety and Phasing Plan prior to the commencement of construction. The plan shall address, at a minimum, safe access and egress, separation of construction activities from shelter operations, protection of staff, visitors, animals, and contractors, maintenance of required utilities and services, noise and dust control, and coordination of construction activities to minimize disruption to ongoing shelter operations. The Contractor shall maintain a safe and secure environment throughout the duration of the Project and shall coordinate all construction activities with the Owner to ensure that the Animal Shelter remains operational to the greatest extent practicable during construction.