RFP – Renovation of the MET Center Project

The Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority (LCRA) for St. Louis County is soliciting bids from qualified firms for the renovation of the MET Center, located at 6347 Plymouth Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63133. The project is funded by federal and local grants. The scope of the project includes: 1. Structural work: installing new framing, repairing interior walls, precast concrete, and clay brick masonry. 2. Architectural work: cleaning and repairing architectural components, replacing clay brick masonry panels, and reinstalling aluminum storefront windows. 3. Replacement of HVAC units and associated upgrades, including electrical and plumbing improvements, elevator modernization, and interior improvements. Key dates: - Mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit: February 19, 2026, at 10:00 am (CST) - Deadline for questions: March 4, 2026, at 5:00 pm (CST) - Bid submission deadline: March 12, 2026, at 2:00 pm (CST) The LCRA encourages proposals from disadvantaged business enterprises and companies owned by minorities, women, immigrants, and veterans. The authority does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Bidders must submit three hard copies of their proposal in a sealed envelope marked "CONFIDENTIAL: Proposal for MET Center Renovation Project" to the LCRA offices by the deadline. Faxed and emailed bids will not be accepted. The LCRA reserves the right to conduct the public bid opening by video conference.