NHARNG Center Strafford Building 12 Interior Renovation Number 2

The New Hampshire Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services (DMAVS) has issued a Request for Bid (RFB DMAVS 2026-01) for the NHARNG Center Strafford Building 12 Interior Renovation project located in Strafford County, New Hampshire. The procurement seeks a contractor to renovate an existing military training facility, with specific objectives including constructing a mechanical room, installing an interior vestibule, implementing a heating and cooling system, and adding turf flooring for military fitness testing and training purposes. The project requires comprehensive renovation of approximately 4,800 square feet within Building 12 at the NH Army National Guard Training Site, located at 19 Austin Cate Dr. in Center Strafford. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 2, 2025, at 0900, with interested vendors required to contact the agency prior to bid submission. The bid is due on July 25, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST, with contract performance to be completed by November 28, 2025, and all work performed between 7:00 A.M. and 3:30 P.M. Bidders must be registered to conduct business in New Hampshire, provide a complete Vendor Application Package, and be in good standing with the NH Secretary of State.

The contract includes specific requirements for contractors, such as maintaining comprehensive general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, and providing workers' compensation coverage. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bid emphasizes compliance with federal regulations, including the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which mandates the use of American-made materials. The contract includes a $25,000 allowance for unforeseen conditions or owner-initiated changes, with a non-exclusive agreement that allows the State to retain other contractors for services. Potential bidders must submit detailed documentation, including certificates of insurance, and comply with environmental management system guidelines outlined in the procurement documents. The contract will be subject to Governor and Council approval, with potential for up to two one-year renewals contingent upon satisfactory performance and available funding. Payment will be processed via ACH within 30 days after invoice receipt and service acceptance, with a five percent retainage held until project completion.