Governor stephen hopkins house envelope renovation

The Rhode Island Department of Administration, Division of Capitol Asset Management and Maintenance is seeking qualified vendors to complete an exterior restoration project for the Governor Stephen Hopkins House through Request for Quotation RFQ26005868. The procurement is specifically targeting comprehensive exterior renovation work, with detailed specifications covering wood repairs, masonry restoration, chimney repairs, and exterior security light fixture upgrades. Vendors must submit electronic bids through Ocean State Procures between September 3, 2025, and October 1, 2025, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for September 10, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST at the project site. Key qualifications include possessing appropriate state licenses, maintaining required insurance coverages, and demonstrating competency in historic building restoration. Evaluation criteria will likely include bid pricing, vendor experience, technical capabilities, and ability to meet specified restoration requirements. The initial contract term is anticipated to begin in October 2025 for one year, with potential renewal for an additional 12-month period contingent upon vendor performance and fund availability.

The procurement includes specific requirements for minority business enterprise participation, mandating a 15% goal for such enterprises. Vendors must provide a bid surety bond or certified check for 5% of their proposal value and maintain a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance. The state has reserved the right to make multiple awards or reject any bids, with liquidated damages of $500 per day applied for project delays. Vendors must complete a comprehensive certification questionnaire addressing past performance, ownership structure, potential conflicts of interest, and regulatory compliance. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the base bid includes allowance allocations for various restoration components: $10,000 for wood repairs, $2,500 for masonry repairs, $5,000 for chimney repairs, and $5,000 for exterior security light fixtures. Prevailing wage regulations will apply, and contract continuation beyond the initial fiscal year remains subject to fund availability.