Architectural Services for the 1823 Exchange

Lincoln County is seeking an architectural firm to provide comprehensive services for the restoration and adaptive reuse of the 1823 Peter Lamar Tavern, which will be converted into a Business Incubator with an addition. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) solicits experienced architectural professionals capable of delivering full-scope services including analysis, design, and construction supervision for this historic preservation and renovation project. The contract opportunity, identified by the state contract ID 6846bb7fddc05b5b1c005f1a, was posted on June 4, 2025, with a proposal submission deadline of July 7, 2025. Interested architectural firms must demonstrate broad experience in historic building restoration, adaptive reuse, and business incubator design. The procurement appears to require a detailed qualifications package that will likely be evaluated based on the firm's previous project experience, technical expertise, understanding of the project's unique historical context, and capability to deliver a comprehensive architectural solution for the tavern's transformation.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the project is located in Georgia and might potentially involve preferences for local or small business participation. The project's scope suggests a significant investment in preserving historical infrastructure while creating a modern business support facility. Although the exact budget range is not specified in the available documents, historic restoration and adaptive reuse projects typically require substantial financial resources. The conversion of the 1823 Peter Lamar Tavern into a Business Incubator indicates a strategic economic development initiative by Lincoln County, aimed at supporting local entrepreneurship through the rehabilitation of a historically significant structure. Potential respondents should carefully review the attached RFQ packet and project description documents to fully understand the technical and historical requirements of this unique architectural services opportunity.