26-014 Cultural Center Renovation

The City of Commerce in Georgia is soliciting bids from qualified, licensed, and insured contractors for the comprehensive interior and exterior renovation of the historic Cultural Center auditorium. The project encompasses restoration and modernization efforts, including preservation-sensitive exterior work such as wood door restoration and window replacement with tinted plexiglass, as well as interior upgrades featuring new auditorium seating and flooring, historic-style lighting, entrance construction, restroom and dressing room renovations, ADA-compliant stage modifications, and enhancements to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and audiovisual systems. Contractors must ensure all work complies with federal, state, and local codes, including ADA standards and historic preservation requirements, and provide thorough testing and verification of installed systems. The contract is funded by State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF), imposing additional federal compliance responsibilities. Proposals are due by May 28, 2026, and must include one fully executable electronic copy, two paper copies (one marked original), and any technical requirement documents if applicable. Evaluation prioritizes a comprehensive and clear proposal, demonstrated understanding of the project, ability to meet the timeline, quality of similar prior projects, and cost, with the award made based on best value to the City. Contractors are required to submit a 5% bid bond, provide a 100% performance bond upon award, and maintain workers’ compensation and liability insurance covering uninsured subcontractors. Compliance with the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act, including use of E-Verify and subcontractor verification, is mandatory. Additional obligations include submission of drug and alcohol testing plans and quarterly PHMSA reports, affirmation of non-discrimination and non-debarment status, and adherence to Georgia procurement laws. The contract duration is limited to 120 days from Notice to Proceed unless extended, with possible termination if funding becomes unavailable. All submissions must be sealed and delivered physically to the City’s Finance Director; electronic submission portals are not provided. Contact for inquiries is Christy Case at the City of Commerce.