The Department of the Interior awarded an $870,739.65 definitive contract to MFS Construction LLC for replacement of the terra cotta tile roof and repair, conservation, or selective replacement of exterior building components at the Free Quaker Meeting House, Independence National Historical Park, on September 24, 2026, under a total small business set-aside.
MFS Construction LLC is a minority-owned, Hispanic American-owned small disadvantaged business. Place of performance is Frederick, MD 21704. The originating solicitation, posted August 13, 2026 with quotes due September 14, 2026, calls for terra cotta tile roof replacement and exterior building component work at the historical site in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The contract is firm fixed price with a 20-week completion requirement from Notice to Proceed and ultimate completion date of February 26, 2027. Evaluation priority ranks past performance demonstrating experience with terra cotta tile roofs, roof repair, exterior wood component conservation, and historically sensitive environments first, followed by schedule and price. The project falls under NAICS 238160 (Roofing Contractors) with a $19.0 million business size standard. Prevailing wage rates per Pennsylvania Davis-Bacon requirements and Buy American construction material requirements apply. Liquidated damages are $5,600 per calendar day for schedule delays.