Paris Mill Rehabilitation – Accessibility and Interior Rehabilitation

Park County is seeking a licensed Colorado architect to provide architectural and engineering services for the Paris Mill Rehabilitation - Phase 8 project, focusing on accessibility and interior rehabilitation of a historic 1895 mill located near Alma. The project scope includes ADA accessibility improvements in the West Wing, reinstalling interior bead board finishes, rehabilitating the north entrance, reconstructing six windows, providing access to an additional building level, and installing electrical components. Proposals must be submitted via email to Katie Dirksen by February 11, 2025, with all work to be completed by December 31, 2025. Submission requirements include a detailed timeline for deliverables, a comprehensive cost estimate and payment schedule, a list of potential subcontractors, demonstration of meeting the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, and client references. The evaluation will likely focus on the firm's ability to preserve the historical integrity of the mill while implementing modern accessibility and structural improvements. Interested parties can contact Kate McCoy at 719-836-4237 to schedule a site visit or ask project-specific questions.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified architectural and engineering firms, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the documentation. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly identified, the project is part of a multi-phase preservation effort for the Paris Mill, which is considered a significant historic resource in the area. The mill is a substantial timber-framed structure measuring approximately 114 by 76 feet, featuring multiple building wings including a tramway tower, ore bin, and concentration section. The project is subject to funding availability, which may impact the total project budget. Although a specific award value is not provided, the comprehensive rehabilitation scope suggests a potentially significant investment in preserving this historic industrial site. The contractor will be required to work closely with Park County's Department of Heritage & Tourism to ensure the project meets the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, indicating a complex and specialized undertaking that requires extensive historical preservation expertise.