The scope of work provides for replacement of escalators from the first to ninth floor. If funding allows, extend the system to the 10th floor. Hazardous materials may be encountered. If applicable, the design will need to comply with the Illinois Stretch Energy Code. The A/E is encouraged to include independent cost estimators on their teams to verify estimates are in line with current market conditions to avoid project bids that exceed the available funding for the project. A/E estimates should be updated and verified at each stage of the project in accordance with the Design and Construction Manual. Designers are reminded that their Professional Services Agreements make them responsible for providing a design that is within budget, and they can be held responsible for redesign of the project should bids received exceed project funding.
