Building 8 Chimney Inserts and Liners

The State of West Virginia Department of Administration General Services Division is requesting quotes for furnishing and installing five natural gas chimney inserts with associated components at the Governor's Mansion (Building 8) in Charleston and one chimney liner on the first floor, with bids due October 27, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. under ARFQ GSD2700000025. Addendum 1 extended the original October 20 bid-opening date to October 27.

The scope requires five natural gas inserts on the second floor with brown brick panels, backing plates, faceplates, mantel deflectors, top plates, heath trim, fresh air piping, vent piping, caps, and nose cones, plus one chimney liner on the first floor. Each insert must operate on natural gas at minimum 5-inch supply pressure with minimum 14,000 BTU/H input and maximum 19,500 BTU/H input. Vendors must have successfully completed at least three prior projects involving installation of gas fireplace inserts and must provide a one-year warranty on labor.

Work is performed at 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, West Virginia (the functioning Governor's Mansion). Standard hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding state holidays; flexibility is required due to building occupancy. The contractor must coordinate with the building manager, follow all security protocols (non-smoking policies, parking restrictions, worker identification badges), comply with West Virginia building codes and OSHA regulations, and adhere to the General Services Division Jobsite Safety Handbook.

Bids must include all costs for labor, materials, equipment, permits, licenses, mileage, and travel; separate compensation will not be provided. Pricing shall be firm for the contract term, with unit prices prevailing in cases of discrepancy. Vendors must acknowledge all addenda and be registered with the West Virginia Purchasing Division (paying a $125 registration fee if applicable). The contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified responsible bidder. Technical questions were due October 13, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Sealed bids are submitted electronically through wvOASIS or delivered to 112 California Avenue, Building 4, 6th Floor, Charleston, West Virginia 25305. Contact Cody G. Taylor at 304-352-5531 or cody.g.taylor@wv.gov.