Description
The City of Albany is seeking competitive sealed bids from qualified and experienced general contractors for the comprehensive historic rehabilitation of the Ritz Theater and Cultural Center. The selected contractor will furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and specialized services required to restore the existing 7,975-square-foot theater and its 9,894-square-foot annex into a state-of-the-art, 275-seat performing arts venue. The core project scope encompasses critical building envelope stabilization, a complete overhaul of the facility's life safety, fire suppression, and core Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (M/E/P) infrastructure. Key aspects of the project include:
• Core structural repairs
• Full TPO roof replacement
• Exterior masonry restoration
• Complete overhaul of the building's mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Specialized interior finishes
• Compliance with Georgia Historic Preservation Division's conditional approval and federal HUD environmental standards
The project requires a 5% bid bond, and the successful bidder must furnish a good and sufficient bond for the faithful performance of the contract.