Parks: Blennerhassett Mansion Paint Repairs

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Parks and Recreation Section is seeking a qualified contractor for paint repairs at the historic Blennerhassett Mansion located in Blennerhassett Island State Park in Parkersburg. The project involves comprehensive exterior painting and restoration work, including surface preparation, wood trim repair, replacement of damaged architectural components, and repainting of the mansion's exterior using specific paint specifications. Contractors must be experienced in historic preservation and follow strict protocols for protecting the historic structure, with requirements including careful surface preparation, paint removal, substrate repair, and application of new paint finishes using Sherwin-Williams products. The solicitation (ARFQ DNR2500000007) mandates a pre-bid meeting on February 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM ET, with technical questions due by February 28, 2025, at 9:00 AM ET, and final bids due by March 11, 2025, at 1:30 PM ET. Bidders must provide a 5% bid bond, 100% performance bond, and 100% labor/material payment bond, and demonstrate commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 and automobile liability coverage of $500,000.

The contract requires contractors to comply with local labor market requirements, mandating that 75% of workers be hired from the local labor market. Contractors must also maintain a drug-free workplace and be registered as vendors with the state. The project has a substantial completion timeline of 150 days and a final completion deadline of 180 days from the Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages of $250 per day assessed for delays beyond the contract completion date. While no specific total contract value is listed, the comprehensive nature of the restoration work and the detailed specifications suggest a significant investment in preserving the historic Blennerhassett Mansion. The project documentation, prepared by Chapman Technical Group, indicates a thorough approach to historic preservation, including extensive photo documentation, detailed architectural drawings, and specific requirements for wood repairs, paint application, and protection of historical architectural features. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate expertise in historic building restoration and the ability to work within strict preservation guidelines.