Riarng camp varnum t-18 renovations

The Rhode Island Army National Guard, procuring through the State of Rhode Island Division of Purchases, is requesting quotations for a comprehensive energy-efficient renovation and modernization of Building T-18 at Camp Varnum in Narragansett, RFQ26006763, with proposals due July 15, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. EDT. A minimum 15% minority business enterprise (MBE) participation is required under Rhode Island law.

The scope encompasses life safety devices, heating, electrical, plumbing, flooring, carpentry, utility room, bathrooms, and sleeping areas. Work includes removal of exterior wall sheathing, installation of six-inch wall insulation, new electrical wiring and receptacles, gypsum board, ceiling replacement, vinyl flooring, new plumbing fixtures, mechanical and electrical systems, fire alarm systems, painting, stair railing replacement with vinyl treads and risers, and replacement of exterior porch flooring with PVC composite decking and railings. All work must follow approved construction design prints completed by Rowse Architects Inc. and comply with Rhode Island Building Code Commission and State Building and Fire Code standards. Work is restricted to 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, with no work on Mondays; the site remains under full owner occupancy during construction. Construction is anticipated to commence in September 2026, with substantial completion required 16 months after start and final completion within 60 days thereafter.

Contractors must maintain valid registration certificates from the Rhode Island Contractors' Registration Board, comply with prevailing wage requirements, and obtain 100% payment and performance bonds. General liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence, workers' compensation of $100,000, and automobile liability of $1,000,000 are required. A lump-sum contingency allowance of $10,000 is included. Bid surety must equal 5% of the cost proposal. Liquidated damages are assessed at $400 per calendar day for delays beyond substantial completion. A contract administrative fee of 0.33% will be withheld from invoices. All contractor and subcontractor personnel must obtain background clearances and BCI certification for base access; no workers with outstanding warrants or felonies are permitted. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for June 24, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at Camp Varnum. Questions are due July 1, 2026. The State reserves the right to make one or multiple awards or reject all bids.