GSU - Atlanta Campus , Commerce Building - Replace Roof

2026-11-03

Plans to replace the existing roof on the Commerce Building at the Atlanta campus . The total roof area is approximately 7 , 300 square feet . Georgia State University Plans to replace the existing roof on the Commerce Building at the Atlanta campus . The total roof area is approximately 7 , 300 square feet . The scope of work includes removing the existing Mod - Bit roofing system , cover board , insulation board , vapor barrier , drain bowls , raised platforms at abandoned skylights , and the existing perimeter base flashings existing roofing and associated components . It also requires performing rough carpentry as needed . The project includes installing new roof insulation , cover boards , and roofing membrane . Flashing and sheet metal work will be completed across all roof areas . New roof drains will be installed , and adjustments will be made to the existing drainage systems . Sealants will be installed or replaced where required . Coatings , painting , and other miscellaneous finishes will be applied as necessary . Finally , the existing lightning protection system will be reinstalled and upgraded where needed . Project Description The proposed scope of work generally involves removal of the exiting Mod - Bit roof membrane at all Roof Areas including : installation of steel cover plates at abandoned roof openings and raised platforms ; preparation of the roof deck substrate ; installation of concrete infill , waterproofing , and exterior rated plywood at concrete parapet lattice work ; repairs to existing roof edge guardrails ; replacement of existing internal roof drains with new drain assemblies ; installation of a new temporary roof membrane at all areas ; installation of new flat insulation with tapered insulation at crickets / saddles and drain sumps ; installation of 1 / 8 ” tapered insulation to increase roof slope at select areas ; installation of a new cover board ; and installation of the new single - ply PVC roof membrane system . The work will also include raising existing equipment curbs , louvers , thresholds ( if needed ), and flashing penetrations that are to remain ; installation of new sheet metal components such as perimeter flashings , counter - flashings , collector heads , downspouts , and copings ; installation of new overflow drainage scuppers ; and other miscellaneous scope of work items such as drain line rerouting and scoping , sealant replacement , clerestory wet sealing , and painting of the roof ladder , equipment dunnage / supports , metal doors , metal piping , and other steel surfaces . All drawings and specifications will be issued during Step II ( RFP ) to the finalist firms Project Delivery Method The delivery method for this Project will be to select hard bid and , as a minimum , will employ the services of a Design Professional in addition to the services of the licensed Contractor .

Georgia

2026-04-29