Gardener’s cottage leak repair

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum (JPPM), a Maryland state agency, is requesting bids on chimney leak repairs at the Gardener's Cottage (Building 36) under IFB FM26-18, with bids due by 3:00 PM on December 8, 2025, and a mandatory pre-bid meeting on November 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM — attendance at the pre-bid meeting is a requirement to submit a bid.

The scope consists of furnishing all labor, equipment, materials, and services to repair water leaks around the northeast corner of the chimney at the Gardener's Cottage, located at 10601 Mackall Road, Saint Leonard, Maryland. Work includes removing and replacing roof shingles, inspecting and replacing flashing, repointing mortar, inspecting and repairing the chimney crown and flue cover, replacing defective bricks, applying water repellent, and sealing gaps and joints with silicone caulk. An addendum requires interior water-damaged drywall repair on the ceiling, including drywall installation, finishing, and paint-to-match. All repairs must be in-kind and comply with Maryland Historical Trust and National Trust for Historic Preservation Section 106 review standards. Replacement bricks must match Ernest Maier, Inc. brick (Penn Colonial Series "Patriot") used in previous repairs; color-matched mortar must be slightly darker than the original to allow for bleaching. A critical requirement is application of sealant to the chimney to prevent future water penetration.

The contractor must complete all work within 60 calendar days of receiving the notice to proceed, during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding Maryland State Holidays), with the building remaining occupied throughout construction. Pricing must remain valid for 120 days from the bid due date.

Bids must include the completed IFB form, Bid/Proposal Affidavit, Conflict of Interest Affidavit and Disclosure, current licenses or certifications, certificates of insurance, and acknowledgement of receipt of amendments. Bids lacking required documentation, received after the deadline, or submitted without the completed IFB will be deemed non-responsive. Bids may be mailed, faxed, or emailed. Evaluation criteria include contractor qualifications, system and site knowledge, prior experience with Maryland agencies, compliance with historic preservation best practices, ability to meet the 60-day timeline, and cost.