RFP- Old County Courthouse

Park County is seeking an architect to provide comprehensive architectural and engineering services for the rehabilitation of the Old County Courthouse, a historically significant 1874 building located at 418 Main Street in Fairplay, Colorado. The Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Department of Heritage & Tourism requires contractors to be licensed in Colorado and capable of meeting the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. The project's scope includes extensive site rehabilitation for ADA compliance, drainage improvements, masonry restoration, reestablishing ground floor windows, installing an ADA-compliant elevator, conducting interior renovations, and upgrading mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Proposals must be submitted via email to Kate McCoy by June 27, 2025, with all work mandated for completion by May 20, 2027. The RFP requires submissions to include a comprehensive timeline for deliverables, detailed cost estimates with payment schedules, a list of potential subcontractors, evidence of meeting rehabilitation standards, and references from previous similar project clients. Interested parties can contact Kate McCoy at 719-836-4237 or kate.mccoy@parkcountyco.gov to ask questions or schedule a site visit.

The contract appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types, suggesting open competition for qualified architectural and engineering firms. The project involves restoring a National Register of Historic Places property that previously served as a courthouse until 1965 and a library until 2010, indicating the potential for significant historical preservation work. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the rehabilitation suggests a substantial project investment. The procurement is subject to funding availability, which may impact the final project scope or timeline. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are mentioned in the documentation, and there are no specific requirements regarding technology integration or existing infrastructure beyond the rehabilitation of the historic courthouse building. The project represents a critical preservation effort for the community, focusing on maintaining the architectural significance of the building while modernizing it for contemporary use and accessibility.