Bronze Bust and Base Restoration

The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is seeking a contractor to restore the bronze bust of Thomas Edison and its base at the NRL facility in Washington D.C. The contractor will be responsible for stripping and cleaning the statue, applying new brown oxidation, and refinishing the base. The contractor must also provide a full survey for the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and a preservation plan with timelines for continued care of the Edison Bust. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract, and the contractor must adhere to professional standards and comply with all applicable regulations. Key aspects of the job include: • Stripping and cleaning the bronze statue • Applying new brown oxidation to the statue • Refinishing the stone base • Providing a full survey for the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) • Creating a preservation plan with timelines for continued care of the Edison Bust • Complying with all applicable regulations, including safety, health, and environmental standards