Art Barn Accessibility and Infrastructure Improvements

Salt Lake City Corporation's Department of Public Services is soliciting sealed bids for accessibility and infrastructure improvements to the Art Barn Arts Council Offices and Finch Gallery at 54 South Finch Lane, with bids due October 28, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via Bonfire, U.S. mail, or hand delivery.

The scope encompasses interior demolition, main entry renovation, removal of the existing ADA ramp and relocation of ADA entrance to the north door, storage closet remodeling, new gallery hardwood flooring, painting, new ceiling tile, new exhibit lighting, administrative office remodeling, new carpet installation, and modifications to electrical and mechanical systems including HVAC ductwork reconfiguration and new concrete ramps with ADA-compliant handrails. All work must comply with the International Building Code, International Mechanical Code, and National Electrical Code. Electrical systems must use copper conductors with THHN/THWN-2 insulation, minimum 3/4-inch conduit, and proper sealing of fire-rated assembly penetrations. All mounting heights for signage, fixtures, cabinetry, handrails, and toilet accessories must meet ADA standards. General contractors and all subcontractors must be licensed to work in the State of Utah.

The engineer's estimate exceeds $250,000 but does not exceed $2 million. Substantial completion is required by midnight on January 21, 2027. Liquidated damages are assessed at $1,000 per day for late completion and $500 per day for late punch list completion. Retainage is at the Owner's discretion up to five percent of payments. Bid security of at least five percent of the total bid amount is required in the form of a bid bond or cashier's check. The contract is awarded on a lump sum basis to the most responsive and lowest qualified, responsible bidder.

The contract is not subject to prevailing wage requirements. Bidders must certify compliance with work environment standards including drug and alcohol testing policies, veteran recruitment programs, job training programs, safety programs, and non-discrimination policies under Salt Lake City Code Section 3.24.115. A pre-bid conference was held October 20, 2026 via Microsoft Teams; bids were opened October 28 at 2:00 p.m. via Microsoft Teams.