Abatement, Demolition, and Disposal of 46 & 50 North Street, Kingston

The City of Kingston Sustainability Office is requesting sealed bids for hazardous materials abatement, demolition, and disposal of three structures at 46 and 50 North Street, Kingston, New York, with bids due September 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. The City has established an overall MWBE participation goal of 30%, with MBE and WBE sub-goals of 15% each. New York State prevailing wages apply to this public works project.

The scope encompasses full asbestos-containing material (ACM), presumed ACM (PACM), and lead-based paint (LBP) removal from three structures—one single-family residence at 46 North Street, one single-family residence at 50 North Street, and one shed at 50 North Street—in compliance with NYS DOL Industrial Code Rule 56-11.4 prior to demolition. The contractor must demolish and remove all three structures, including all foundations, slabs, and associated debris; protect surrounding private property, public rights-of-way, and municipal infrastructure; and leave the site clean, leveled to grade, and free of unsafe conditions. A completed Hazardous Materials Demolition Survey for both properties is included in Schedule E of the bid package. All work must be substantially completed by March 31, 2027, with an anticipated Notice to Proceed on or after October 15, 2026.

Bidders must submit 5% bid security as a certified check or bid bond, along with proof of workers' compensation insurance, apprenticeship program statements, references, and non-collusive bidding certifications. Compliance with OSHA demolition standards and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation regulations for oil tank handling is required. Financial assistance is being provided through a New York State Department of State grant (Contract C1002618). Contract documents are available digitally through the Empire State Purchasing Group website at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/ on or after August 24, 2026. Questions must be submitted in writing by September 10, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The Pre-Bid Conference was held September 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the project sites. The contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified and responsive bidder.