RFP 2026-10b Courthouse Attic Remediation and Roof Repair

Walker County Government is soliciting proposals for comprehensive courthouse attic remediation and roof repair at 103 South Duke Street in LaFayette, Georgia under RFP 2026-10b, with proposals due August 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and a mandatory on-site visit on August 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

The scope encompasses attic remediation including asbestos abatement and mold remediation, structural repairs to attic areas and fourth-floor stairwells, masonry restoration, fourth-floor window and door replacement with vinyl-wrapped Low-E double-pane windows, plaster repairs, interior restoration of Office 318 and stairwell areas, roof system replacement with TPO membrane, balcony roof replacement, and roof drain investigation and repair. Work must commence by October 5, 2026 and be completed by February 1, 2027. Liquidated damages are assessed at $500 per day for delays beyond the completion date.

Walker County prefers contractors with a minimum of three years of construction experience and requires submission of firm history, two comparable projects completed within the past five years with photographs, proposed project team qualifications, at least three project references, detailed project methodology, and a proposed timeline. Contractors must submit executed E-Verify S.A.V.E. documentation, IRS Form W-9, and Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act affidavits for both prime contractors and subcontractors. Construction bidders with contract awards exceeding $100,000 must post performance and payment bonds equal to the contract amount.

Insurance requirements include Workers' Compensation, Public Liability Insurance of not less than $1 million per occurrence, Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance of not less than $500,000 combined single limit, and Professional Liability Insurance of not less than $1 million. Walker County reserves 10% retainage on monthly payments until final completion and acceptance. Written inquiries are due August 10, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. EDT, with responses published by August 12, 2026. Proposals must remain firm for 60 calendar days following the bid opening date. Award will be made to the responsible bidder whose proposal is most advantageous to Walker County, with price and other factors considered.