addendum-1-rfb-das-485-26.pdf
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- Chandelier Restoration Services
- Solicitation number
- RFB DAS 485-26
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- Merrimack County, New Hampshire
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This Addendum #1 to Bid Invitation DAS 485-26 is issued by the New Hampshire Division of Procurement and Support Services for chandelier restoration services at the General Court of New Hampshire in Concord. The project involves the full restoration of four gasolier-style chandeliers, each approximately 3 feet by 3 feet in dimension, with weights unknown. The scope includes disassembly and labeling, detailed cleaning while retaining patina, lacquer removal and application of museum-grade lacquer, rewiring with UL-approved components, provision of one period-matching canopy, reassembly, functional testing, and UL testing and labeling for each fixture. One chandelier requires electrification from its original gas configuration. Work must be completed between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM on state business days, with the building being a historic 1836 structure on the register. The bid closing date is June 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
The addendum addresses 20 questions from potential bidders regarding project specifications, materials, access, and approval processes. Key clarifications include: no photographs or historical records are available for review; dimensions are approximately 3 feet by 3 feet with unknown weights; some fixtures are brass while material composition of others is unknown; fixtures include crystal, glass prisms, and shades; no gas piping remains connected; UL field evaluation is acceptable; ceiling heights are 10-12 feet; work must be completed using ladders with all equipment costs included in the bid; workers require state personnel accompaniment; a $2,000 contingency allowance is included for unforeseen repairs requiring prior state approval; and all bid prices must remain firm with no additional charges permitted. Bidders must provide comprehensive general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, plus workers' compensation insurance. A one-year warranty from date of acceptance covers 100 percent of repair or replacement costs. Pricing must be broken into total materials cost, total labor cost, and the contingency allowance, submitted in U.S. dollars.
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STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT AND SUPPORT SERVICES
BUREAU OF PURCHASE AND PROPERTY
STATE HOUSE ANNEX
25 CAPITOL STREET
CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE 03301-6398
Date of Change: June 15, 2026
ADDENDUM # 01 TO BID INVITATION DAS 485-26
DATE AND TIME OF BID CLOSING: 6/17/2026 10:00 AM
FOR: Chandelier Restoration Services
Question 1: Are current photographs of each of the four chandeliers available for bidder review?
State Response: There are no photographs available.
Question 2: Are close-up photographs available showing the fixture arms, canopies, sockets, wiring, mounting hardware, and any visible damage or missing components?
State Response: Close-up photographs showing the fixture arms, canopies, sockets, wiring, mounting hardware, and any visible damage or missing components are not available.
Question 3: Are there any historical photographs, drawings, prior restoration records, or maintenance records available for these fixtures?
State Response: Historical photographs, drawings, prior restoration records, or maintenance records are not available.
Question 4: What are the approximate dimensions and weights of each chandelier?
State Response: The dimensions of each chandelier is approximately 3’ x 3’. The weight is unknown.
Question 5: What materials are the fixtures made of, if known?
State Response: Some of the fixtures are made of brass. The material of other fixtures is unknown.
Question 6: Do any of the fixtures include crystal, glass prisms, shades, or other fragile decorative components?
State Response: The fixtures include crystal, glass prisms, shades, or other fragile decorative components.
Question 7: Has the State identified any known damage, missing parts, operational issues, or prior repairs?
State Response: There appears to be any other known damage, missing parts, operational issues, or prior repairs.
Question 8: Which of the four fixtures requires conversion from gasolier to electric?
State Response: No fixtures require conversion from gasolier to electric.
Question 9: Does any gas piping remain connected to the fixture requiring electrification?
State Response: No.
Question 10: Regarding the UL testing and labeling requirement, would a UL field evaluation be acceptable, or is a full UL listing required?
State Response: A UL field evaluation is acceptable.
Question 11: Does the State have a preferred UL testing or certification agency?
State Response: The State has no preference.
Question 12: What are the ceiling heights and mounting elevations for the four chandeliers?
State Response: 10-12 foot ceilings.
Question 13: Will lifts, scaffolding, or other access equipment be available onsite, or should bidders include this in their pricing?
State Response: The work will need to be completed using ladders. Any and all pricing shall be included in the bid price.
Question 14: Are there any special building access, security, staging, or parking requirements that bidders should account for?
State Response: Workers shall be accompanied by State personnel.
Question 15: Are there any scheduling restrictions related to legislative sessions, public events, or building occupancy?
State Response: The State shall coordinate with the awarded vendor prior to beginning work.
Question 16: Is there a desired project start date and completion date after award?
State Response: Please refer to paragraph 12 of the bid document.
Question 17: Are the chandeliers subject to any historic preservation guidelines, review requirements, or approvals beyond those stated in the RFB?
State Response: Building is from 1836 and on the register
Question 18: Are there specific expectations regarding preservation of the existing finish, patina, or historical authenticity?
State Response: no
Question 19: For the $2,000 contingency allowance, what is the required approval process before proceeding with unforeseen repairs?
State Response: It is not expected that the contingency allowance will be exceeded.
Question 20: If unforeseen conditions exceed the stated contingency amount, what process would apply for additional authorization?
State Response: Approval is required by the State prior to starting work.
PURCHASING AGENT: Jonah Rosa Email: NH.Purchasing@das.nh.gov
NOTE: ALL CHANGES TO BID SOLICITATION NOTED IN ADDENDUMS WILL SUPERSEDE
PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED DOCUMENTS AND MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE BID. ALL OTHER
SPECIFICATIONS REMAIN UNCHANGED AND VALID.
RESPONDENT BUSINESS NAME: ______________________________________________________________
ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________________________
PRINT NAME: __________________________________SIGNATURE: ________________________________
TEL. NO.____________________________ EMAIL ADDRESS: _______________________________________
Please visit: https://das.nh.gov/purchasing/vendorresources.aspx (click on “Bid and Proposals”) for complete bid and addendums.
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