Addendum No. 1 ITB 26-FAC-0068 HVAC Improvements at Laurel School

ADDENDUM NO. 1
TO THE
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
NOLA-PS
HVAC IMPROVEMENTS @ LAUREL SCHOOL
NOLA PS PROJECT NO. ITB 26-FAC-0068
820 JACKSON AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70130
PREPARED BY:
INFINITY ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS, L.L.C.
4001 DIVISION ST.
METAIRIE, LA 70002
INFINITY PROJECT NO. 25-080
7/13/2026

GENERAL
1. The following addendum to the plans and specifications shall be considered a part of the Contract Documents
as if originally written and included in same. Where changes in materials or workmanship are made, same
shall take precedence over original specifications, however, changes which may affect the proper installation
or construction of materials or fixtures not mentioned must be brought to the attention of the Engineer before
submitting a bid, otherwise conditions found later to exist must be resolved properly without additional cost.
2. All addenda must be acknowledged on the bid form. Failure to acknowledge any addenda will cause the bid
response to be rejected.
3. Please note that all questions must be submitted to Stephen Gholston at sgholston@infinityec.com no later
than 10am on Wednesday, July 15, 2026
BIDDER QUESTIONS AND ENGINEER RESPONSE
1. Will the new HVAC equipment be integrated into the school's BAS or are standalone controls
acceptable?
The new equipment shall be BACnet compatible and will need to be integrated into the BAS by Synergy.
Please include in your bid Synergy's services to run new thermostat wiring between the new units on the
first floor and Synergy's already existing wiring on the second floor. Synergy will also need to program
their system and establish communication with the new units.
2. Is the project expected to be performed during normal school hours or will after-hours work be
required?
The project is anticipated to be performed during the summer of 2027. The exact schedule will need to be
coordinated with the school. Holidays and weekends can be available if needed.
3. Can the existing protective cages for the condensing units be modified and reused or are they to be
removed and replaced entirely?
The cages can be modified. The hinges should remain in operable condition and be repaired where
needed. Any seams added to the expanded metal sheet shall be reinforced with a piece of angle of
similar thickness welded in place.
4. The existing condensing units are mounted directly on grade. Will new housekeeping pads be required
for the replacement equipment?

Yes. CU-1, CU-2, and CU-3 will need a 3-1/2" thick concrete housekeeping pad installed underneath and
inside the cage. CU-4, CU-5, CU-6 do not need a new pad.
5. Sheet M3/Note 1 indicates that the AHU cabinets are to be removed and that the base trim and flooring
are to be replaced to match the existing finishes. Does the scope also include sheetrock repairs and
painting?
Yes. All architectural details exposed from the removal of the existing units shall be repaired to match
existing.
6. Please provide photographs of the interior of the AHU cabinet area, if available.

7. Is this project tax-exempt?
Yes. Please refer to Project Manual for documentation.
8. Will we be required to relocate the existing smoke detectors near the duct work?
Yes. If smoke detectors conflict with the new HVAC they will need to be relocated.
9. What is estimated budget for this project?
The estimated budget range is $215,000 to $240,000
10. If BAS integration is required, can you provide an estimated budget that includes this?
The estimated budget for the BAS integration is $20,000