Past Performance - Building Construction, Renovation, and Repair

Project Description

This demolition project was awarded to West Point Contractors through a negotiated bid process in 2010. Work consisted of demolishing several decommissioned single and multi-story base facilities in preparation for new building construction. Landscaping consisted of pruning and the removal of trees.  WPC received exceptional rating on CPARS performance review and was awarded a second demolition contract based on performance and value.

Scope of Work

• Abatement and demolition.
• Removed of multiple facilities including all concrete foundation slabs, footings, piers, steps, and ramps.
• Testing for asbestos containing material and lead-based paint.
• Capped all utilities at the main line in accordance with Base Utility Shop requirements.
• Refrigerant in existing chillers was evacuated, contained, inventoried, and returned to 56 CES.
• Asphalt paving.
• Removal and replacement of sidewalks, curbing and gutters.
• Removed fire hydrants, electrical transformers, and lighting.
• Removed and replaced existing trees and landscaping.
• The ground was leveled to match existing grade while retaining proper drainage.
• The ground was topped with two inches of decomposed granite to match existing landscape.
• Installation of curb, gutters, and sidewalk.
• Installation of asphalt paving for parking lots.

Project Challenges

• Managed multiple suppliers, vendors and subcontractors.
• Effectively managed on-site personnel meeting high quality and safety standards along with effective tenant relations.
• Simultaneous management of multiple phases with multiple disciplines and schedules.
• Special coordination with base personnel and facilities management was required due to the location to runways and relocating base personnel.
• AT/FB training for site personnel.
• AT/FB standards on bollard installation.
• All six sites were demolished in accordance with LEED green building guidelines. Points accumulated helping to achieve LEED Silver or higher status.
• Hazardous material abatement.
• Base access coordination with personnel, suppliers and subcontractors.