Freight House Tuckpointing

The City of Davenport is soliciting a prime contractor to perform comprehensive tuckpointing and masonry restoration at the historic Freight House (421 W River Drive). The scope includes grinding and re‑pointing mortar joints, replacing damaged masonry units, electrical fixture work, excavation and construction of a new retaining wall and guardrail, and associated site work such as utility relocations, traffic control, and final cleanup. The contract is a stipulated‑price, single‑prime award with a completion deadline of May 1 2027 and includes a $40,000 contingency allowance. • Grinding and re‑pointing of all mortar joints throughout the facility. • Removal and replacement of damaged brick masonry units (exterior and interior). • Removal, painting, and re‑installation of existing exterior light fixtures; relocation of electrical equipment. • Excavation and construction of a new retaining wall and extension of the patio slab; installation of new guardrail. • Removal of existing fencing and installation of new guardrail; site traffic‑control and public‑notification requirements. • Mandatory City contractor license (license number beginning with 920). • Monthly progress payments with 3 % retainage; liquidated damages $1,000 per day for late completion. • Project duration approx. 7 months, with work limited to weekdays 7 AM‑7 PM.