Mclevy hall historical repair/restoration phase 1

The City of Bridgeport, located in Fairfield County, Connecticut, is seeking bids for the McLevy Hall Historical Repair/Restoration Phase 1 project, a comprehensive exterior building envelope restoration initiative. The procurement focuses on repairing and restoring critical architectural elements from the copper capitals upward, including the roof, skylights, vent stacks, copper entablature, pediments, gutters, leaders, and copper capitals at the pilasters. Contractors must possess a current DAS Certification for Historical Building Restoration (Masonry Roofing) and demonstrate expertise in preserving historical structures in compliance with The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. A mandatory walk-through is scheduled for Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 10:00 am, and bid submissions are due on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, by 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. Bidders must submit a bid bond of 10% for bids over $50,000, and the project requires detailed documentation including CHRO Contract Compliance Regulations Notification and proof of relevant certifications. The restoration work involves repairing and replacing roofing materials, skylights, Portland sandstone vent stacks, copper sheet entablature, and associated framing materials, with options for alternate scope items such as removing and reinstalling decorative elements and patinating new copper.

The project has specific requirements for minority and local business participation, with bidders needing to include Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or City Based Business (CBB) certifications. The Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) mandates that businesses seeking the contract must demonstrate commitment to non-discriminatory practices and equal employment opportunities, with a focus on minority business enterprise involvement. Minority-owned businesses are defined as those where 51% or more of the capital stock or assets belong to individuals who are active in daily operations and have management decision-making power. The project is partially funded by the State of Connecticut and requires compliance with prevailing wage rates for contracts exceeding $100,000, with hourly rates varying by trade classification. While a specific total project budget is not explicitly stated, the hazardous materials abatement report estimates costs around $354,200 for asbestos and lead-based paint removal. Contractors must also be prepared to handle potential hazardous materials identified in a pre-bid inspection report and provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Umbrella/Excess Liability insurance.