New Erie County Storefront Revitalization Program

As of April 26, 2023, a design team has been selected. Construction timeline for completing the projects is 2 years. This will be extended as extra funding was added. The Erie County Storefront Revitalization Program has been created to assist area business owners (see Appendix A - Fact Sheet for more information) with exterior improvements that improve and enhance the visual appeal, functionality, and/or pedestrian interface with customers. $15 million in the Erie County 2022 Budget is being set aside for this program. Grants of up to $40,000 will be made to eligible businesses. Erie County anticipates funding approximately 250-360 businesses over a rolling application period of 30-60 days (note - application window may be extended if funds remain unspent). Further detail is as follows: The architect/design firm will be responsible for the following: 1. Coordinate with applicants on their grant application - Review submitted photos, plans and/or estimates of proposed improvements to develop work scope. 2. Prepare storefront designs and specifications. 3. Conduct a review of applicable permitting regulations per individual municipality. 4. Ensure consistency with Design/Construction Guidelines. See attached Appendix B - Design Guidelines. 5. Coordinate New York State Historic Preservation Office referrals for project on an as needed basis. 6. Review and sign-off on Contractor pay applications. 7. Conduct final inspection of work for project close-out. 8. Ongoing coordination with Erie county staff regarding program status and issues. Time Period: The engagement will extend two (2) years from the date of contract execution, with an extension. Erie County Department of Environment and Planning reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. The Erie County Department of Environment and Planning reserves the right to issue written notice to all participating firms of any change in the proposal submission schedule should the County determine in its sole discretion that such changes are necessary.

Division 01 -	General Requirements, Construction Facilities, Field Offices and Sheds, Sanitary Facilities, Construction Aids, Temporary Scaffolding and Platforms.
Division 03 -	Concrete, Concrete Forming, Concrete Accessories, Concrete Reinforcing, Cast-in-Place Concrete, Structural Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry.
Division 05 -	Metals, Structural Metal Framing, Structural Steel Framing, Structural Steel for Buildings, Steel Joist Framing.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Millwork.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Sheet Metal Waterproofing, Thermal Insulation, Weather Barriers, Built-Up Bituminous Roofing, Flashing and Sheet Metal, Joint Sealants.
Division 08 -	Openings, Metal Frames, Metal Doors, Wood Doors, Plastic Doors, Special Function Doors, Cold Storage Doors, Panel Doors, Sectional Doors, Entrances and Storefronts, Entrances, Automatic Entrances, Sliding Automatic Entrances, Windows, Door Hardware.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Gypsum Board, Tiling, Acoustical Ceilings, Flooring, Painting and Coating, Painting, Exterior Painting, Interior Painting.
Division 10 -	Specialties, Signage, Telephone Specialties, Compartments and Cubicles, Fire Protection Specialties, Fire Protection Cabinets, Fire Extinguishers, Storage Assemblies, Metal Storage Shelving.
Division 11 -	Equipment, Loading Dock Equipment.
Division 12 -	Furnishings, Casework, Rugs and Mats, Office Furniture, Site Furnishings, Trash and Litter Receptacles.
Division 21 -	Fire Suppression, Instrumentation and Control for Fire-Suppression Systems, Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Plumbing Piping, Facility Water Distribution, Plumbing Equipment, Plumbing Fixtures, Commercial Plumbing Fixtures, Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), HVAC Insulation, Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Air Distribution.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Instrumentation and Control for Electrical Systems, Power Distribution Units, Interior Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Exit Signs, Exterior Lighting, Lighting Poles and Standards, Parking Lighting, Area Lighting, Site Lighting, Flood Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Structured Cabling, Data Communications, Voice Communications, Distributed Audio-Video Communications Systems, Paging Systems.
Division 28 -	Electronic Safety and Security, Electronic Access Control and Intrusion Detection, Access Control, Electronic Surveillance, Video Surveillance, Fire Detection and Alarm.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Site Clearing, Grading, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Operation and Maintenance of Exterior Improvements, Bases, Ballasts, and Paving, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways, Paving Specialties, Parking Bumpers, Pavement Markings, Fences and Gates, Planting Irrigation, Planting.
Division 33 -	Utilities, Water Utilities, Sanitary Sewerage Utilities, Storm Drainage Utilities.
Division 34 -	Transportation, Operation and Maintenance of Transportation.