Historic Lehman Block Storefront Renovation

The owner of the historic Lehman Block Building in Sharon Springs, New York is requesting proposals exclusively from New York State Certified Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOBs) to restore the building's historic storefront, with proposals due August 3, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

This procurement carries mandatory set-aside restrictions: only MWBE and SDVOB firms may bid. Contracting goals are 15% for Minority Business Enterprises, 15% for Women Business Enterprises, and 6% for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses.

The scope covers restoration of the historic storefront including installation of new energy-efficient windows and doors designed to match the historical facade, removal and replication of existing historical storefront walls, replacement of exterior lighting and paint, and new siding to match existing materials. All work must adhere to strict historical facade requirements per the enclosed architectural plans prepared by Lamont Engineers & Planners. The work is part of a larger NY Forward Program rehabilitation funded through an Empire State Development grant; prior phases completed exterior siding restoration, window restoration and replacement, door trim restoration, eaves and corbel repairs, stone foundation upgrades, drainage system expansion, and insulation installation.

Proposals must include New York State MWBE or SDVOB certification documentation, company qualifications, relevant historic restoration experience, proposed approach and project schedule, detailed cost proposal, and references from similar completed projects. Contractor selection is scheduled for August 5, 2026, with a Notice to Proceed on August 10, 2026, and project completion targeted for November 15, 2026. Evaluation criteria include contractor qualifications, relevant historic restoration experience, proposed approach, project schedule, and overall value. No incumbent is identified, and no identical or substantially similar contracts were awarded within the past five years. Submissions must be directed to Steve Larson at steve@adelphiaperhangings.com; incomplete or late submissions are subject to rejection.