Fire and Smoke Restoration

The Kansas Department of Administration, Office of Procurement and Contracts is seeking a fire and smoke restoration contractor for the Osawatomie State Hospital through a Request for Quote (RFQ) posted on September 25, 2025. The project specifically involves restoration services for approximately 2,072 square feet of plumbing shop space and 214 square feet of restroom space that have been damaged by fire and smoke. Required services include comprehensive cleaning using HEPA-filtered vacuums, fire restoration chemicals, equipment removal, fire debris disposal, and strict adherence to State Fire Marshal guidelines and infection control standards. An optional pre-bid site visit is scheduled for October 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with bid submissions due by October 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Contractors must submit detailed, itemized quotes that include estimated start and completion dates, work schedules, labor and material costs, waste disposal methods, and complete several mandatory forms such as a signature sheet, immigration reform certification, and sexual harassment acknowledgment. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on comprehensive documentation of fire safety and infection control compliance, as well as the thoroughness and accuracy of the submitted proposal.

The RFQ indicates potential preferences for Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses, Certified Businesses, and State Use Purchases, suggesting some set-aside opportunities for qualified vendors. Bidders must possess a current Tax Clearance Certificate and demonstrate compliance with immigration reform laws and anti-discrimination standards. The procurement emphasizes individual merit in hiring practices and requires strict adherence to various state regulations. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated in the documents, the project involves restoration of multiple spaces totaling approximately 2,286 square feet, which suggests a moderate-scale restoration effort. Submission methods include electronic delivery to Procurement@ks.gov or hand delivery to the specified state procurement address. Contractors must be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation of their work, including detailed cost breakdowns across categories such as labor, materials, equipment, cleaning chemicals, and overhead expenses.