The scope of work provides for replacing domestic water piping, including radiator piping throughout the building and sanitary lines, grease traps, and sump pumps related to the cafeteria. Work should also allow for patching of interior and exterior finishes impacted by the work. 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.
