26-B025R Rehabilitation of 182 Congress Street

The single-family residence located at 182 Congress Street needs repairs and comprehensive rehabilitation. The historic home, constructed in 1918 encompasses approximately 1,612 square feet. A structural engineering report, from Live Oak Consultants, indicates multiple structural deficiencies, and the Lead-Based Paint Risk Assessment conducted by Volkmar Consultants confirms the presence of lead-based paint hazards on both the interior and the exterior of the residence.

The City is seeking a qualified firm to provide high quality, multi-faceted construction services in an organized, detail-oriented, and timely manner. The selected firm will be responsible for overseeing and implementing the required construction repairs as outlined in the specifications, as well as delivering a lead cleared residence.

The 182 Congress Street Rehabilitation Project seeks a qualified team to execute site rehabilitation activities in accordance with the CDBG Program and Lead Safe Housing Rule. The selected construction firm will be responsible for comprehensive renovation including the following components:

• Refer to Attachment A, *Specifications For Bid*, for more detailed scope description.
• Structural repairs to be performed as per the Structural Engineer's report's recommendations, Attachment D.
• Damaged Exterior siding requires replacement in-kind.
• The rear chimney flue requires hand demolition. BAR approval obtained 06/26/2023.
• Historic Terne metal roof requires replacement.
• Other repairs to the property are necessary to ensure adequate security, safety and sanitation.
• Coordinating inspections, testing and certifications as required.
• Contractor will provide post construction lead clearance testing.

This rehabilitation will be paid for with City of Charleston Housing and Community Development department CDBG funds and Historic Charleston Foundation funds. The scope is divided by location: the Historic Charleston Foundation will distribute funds and provide a contract for the exterior work only, and the City of Charleston HCD will distribute funds and provide a contract for the interior work only.

Bids must include a budget that clearly outlines the costs associated within each work area. Identify any financial limitations or assumptions that could impact the cost.

**Submission:** Bids must be **submitted by mail or hand delivered** to Robin B. Robinson, City of Charleston, Procurement Division, 2 George Street, Suite 3600, Charleston, SC 29401, in a sealed envelope clearly marked "26-B025R, Rehabilitation of 182 Congress Street". Each Vendor must submit one (1) unbound original. Faxed or electronically mailed versions will not be accepted. Late proposals will not be accepted for any reason. No more than one bid may be submitted by any Vendor.

**Evaluation:** This is an *Invitation for Bid*. The City will award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. The winning bid will be the lowest and most responsive.

Responsive bidder items:

• A completed *Statement of Values Form* (Attachment B) with pricing based on the Scope of Work Specifications (Attachment A).
• Attend a **mandatory** pre-bid walkthrough of the property.
• **Certificate of Insurance required.**
• A copy of valid EPA Lead Abatement Firm Certification and Lead Supervisors Certificate for the GC or Subcontractor supervising the lead removal/interim activities.
• *IFB Cover Page*, *Certificate of Familiarity* and any addenda.
• A minimum of four (4) references.

**Term:** The work should begin within thirty (30) days of the execution of the contract. The work is expected to be completed within six (6) months.

**Site visits:** The property is inhabited; therefore site visits must be accompanied by City Staff.