Description
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is seeking a qualified contractor to perform historic window restoration at the Tipton‑Haynes State Historic Site in Johnson City, TN. The work includes disassembly, paint stripping with natural‑based strippers, repair of wood components, replacement of broken panes with period‑appropriate glass, restoration or historically accurate replacement of hardware, and re‑installation of windows, doors, transoms and sidelights with Energy‑Star‑rated glazing. The contract is a one‑time, fixed‑price award exceeding $100,000, requiring a Tennessee contractor license (if bid > $25,000), at least three years of historic‑window restoration experience, and comprehensive insurance and bonding. Delivery of restored units is required by 3 Mar 2026, and all bidders must attend a mandatory pre‑bid conference/site visit on 12 Mar 2026.
• Historic‑preservation scope: 2 law‑office windows, 19 home windows, multiple doors/transoms/sidelights, all to Secretary of the Interior standards.
• Mandatory qualifications: ≥3 years experience, three recent comparable projects, Tennessee contractor license, $1 M+ CGL, workers’ comp, auto liability, and a payment bond (25 % of contract ceiling).
• Procurement timeline: Opening 23 Feb 2026, pre‑bid conference 12 Mar 2026 (mandatory), questions due 16 Mar 2026, final bid due 30 Mar 2026 (2 PM CT).