2027-026 LYNCHBURG FIRE STATION 1 RENOVATION

Solicitation IFB 2027-026, issued by the City of Lynchburg, Virginia, is a single prime contract based on a stipulated price for the renovation of Fire Station 1 located at 801 Clay Street. The project involves the selective interior demolition and renovation of approximately 12,800 square feet on Level 1, focusing on the reconfiguration of bunk rooms, toilet and shower rooms, the kitchen, and dayroom areas. The scope includes architectural modifications, interior finishes, and comprehensive upgrades to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, with additional limited work occurring in ancillary spaces on the lower level. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who demonstrates at least five years of municipal work experience and provides a portfolio of five similar projects completed within the last five years. The contractor is required to provide a bid bond equal to 5% of the base bid and must execute performance and payment bonds within ten days of the award notice. Performance standards include compliance with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design, ICC A117.1, and specific electrical labeling standards such as UL 969 and NFPA 70. Key deliverables include the full execution of labor and materials as specified in the project manual and design drawings, with a one-year general guarantee on all work and a five-year manufacturer warranty on specific items like metal laboratory casework. Quality control is managed through inspections by the owner and architect/engineer, with the contractor required to employ an independent testing agency and provide 24 hours' notice for required inspections.