2026-08 Ag Extension Building Renovation

Walker County Government in Georgia is soliciting sealed proposals for exterior building improvements and ADA accessibility upgrades at the Ag Extension Building located at 109 S Duke Street, LaFayette, Georgia. The comprehensive scope of work includes full exterior window replacement (30 windows: 29 units at 2' x 6' and 1 unit at 6' x 6'), structural lintel replacement above all window openings, front door replacement with an ADA-compliant automatic opening system (7' x 7'), side door replacement (32" x 80"), exterior awning replacement to match the Walker County Courthouse, ADA ramp installation at the front entrance, exterior brick repair, and exterior painting. All windows must be Low-E, aluminum frame, double pane units meeting current energy code requirements with Enduring Bronze trim. Key contractor requirements include a minimum of three years' construction experience, documentation of two similar projects completed within the past five years, at least three references for comparable projects, and submission of firm qualifications and proposed project timelines. Evaluation criteria emphasize contractor experience, project methodology with itemized pricing, formal proposal expense breakdown, Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act affidavits for contractors and subcontractors, IRS Form W-9, and contractor registration documentation. Critical deadlines include an on-site visit scheduled for April 6, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. (meeting at the Walker County Government Administrative Building), written inquiries due by April 8, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. EDT with responses published by April 10, 2026, sealed proposal submission deadline of April 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at 101 South Duke Street, and required substantial completion by August 31, 2026.

The procurement contains no identified set-aside designations or restrictions limiting types of organizations from responding. Walker County requires contractors to obtain all necessary permits and pay for inspections, comply with all applicable building codes and ADA regulations, and provide performance and payment bonds equal to the contract award if exceeding $100,000. Insurance requirements include Workers' Compensation, Public Liability Insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance of at least $500,000 combined single limit, and Professional Liability Insurance of at least $1,000,000, with Walker County named as additional insured. Retainage of 10 percent is reserved until final completion and acceptance, and liquidated damages are assessed at $500 per day for delays beyond the substantial completion date. No specific budget range or award value is stated in the procurement documents. Proposals remain firm for sixty days after opening, and Walker County reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals, waive formalities or technicalities, and re-advertise if necessary.