Chkalov Building Remodel

The City of Vancouver, Washington is requesting sealed bids for the exterior and interior renovation of the Chkalov Building, a 45,828 SF commercial structure at 521 SE Chkalov Drive, with bids due September 22, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. PST. Washington prevailing wage rates apply to all workers, and contractors must meet apprenticeship utilization requirements of 15 percent minimum based on the Engineer's Estimate exceeding $1.5 million.

The scope encompasses demolition; building envelope and structural steel work; exterior and interior finishes; masonry; replacement and new installation of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and utilities; site hardscape and softscape including parking, amenities, and landscaping; and exterior and interior environmental graphics. Contractors must hold valid Washington contractor licenses, current UBI numbers, and demonstrate successful completion of three similar projects within the last ten years.

The Engineer's Estimate is $12.5 million. Work must be substantially complete by November 5, 2027, approximately 250 working days from Notice to Proceed. Successful bidders must provide performance and payment bonds in the full contract amount, a bid deposit equal to 5 percent of the bid amount as a cashier's check or surety bond, and maintain liability insurance coverage for 30 days after physical completion.

An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 25, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. PST at the project site. Written questions are due September 8, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PST; addenda will be issued by September 15, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PST. Sealed bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at Vancouver City Hall, 415 W 6th Street. Bidders from states providing in-state bidding preferences will have comparable percentage disadvantages applied to their bids under RCW 39.04.380.