Durant Roof Replacement

The City of Alexandria, Virginia is requesting bids on roof replacement at the Oswald Durant Center (1605 Cameron Street) through an Invitation to Bid issued by the Department of General Services, with bids due October 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT and a mandatory pre-bid conference on September 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT.

The scope includes complete replacement of roof systems using asphalt shingles, modified bitumen, and EPDM materials; flashing installation; lightning suppression system upgrades; roof drain and gutter replacement; exterior wood trim painting; and allowances for unexpected substrate repair. The project includes an optional solar panel installation available as an alternate bid. Bidders must hold current Virginia contractor licenses and Alexandria business licenses as applicable, demonstrate at least five years of experience in roofing trades with similar project scope and size, and provide proof of manufacturer authorization as a qualified roofing installer. Environmental compliance includes EPA Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines for recycled content in insulation materials and EPA Energy Star Program criteria for roofing membrane albedo. The contractor must achieve substantial completion within 120 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with work hours 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Friday. The building remains occupied and operational during work; contractors may request Saturday work with two weeks' prior approval and associated permit fees at their own expense. Coordination with adjacent Jefferson Houston School is required for student drop-off and pick-up times.

Bidders must submit a bid guarantee of not less than five percent of the bid amount. The successful bidder must furnish performance and payment bonds each in the amount of 100 percent of contract value within 15 calendar days of Notice of Intent to Award. Monthly partial payments will be made with five percent retainage, payable within 45 calendar days of certificate issuance. Liquidated damages of $350 per calendar day apply for failure to achieve substantial completion. Questions are due September 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM EDT. Bid opening will occur virtually via Microsoft Teams on October 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT. The city waives permit fees; contractors are responsible for obtaining all required building and trade permits.