Z--Pullman NHP - Renovation and Build-out

Solicitation 140P6226B0002 is an Invitation for Bid for the renovation and build-out of the Administration Clock Tower at Pullman National Historic Park in Chicago, Illinois. The project is a 100% set-aside for total small businesses under NAICS code 236220. The scope of work includes building out the second floor for education, community outreach, and office space, and designing the third floor for storage and potential partner leasing. Key technical requirements involve installing an elevator to serve all three levels, expanding HVAC systems, installing restrooms, and implementing various interior finishes, including audio-visual systems and computer network wiring. The contract is a firm-fixed price agreement with a performance period of 245 calendar days from the notice to proceed, with a final delivery date of January 18, 2027. The procurement process utilizes a sealed bid system where the apparent low bidder is determined by the combined price of the base requirement and all options. Bids must be submitted electronically via email to the contracting specialist, Bridget Parizek, by the extended deadline of September 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT. Required submission documents include the SF1442, a completed bid schedule, a bid guarantee of 20% not to exceed 3 million dollars, and a limitations on subcontracting report. Awardees must provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the final contract value and adhere to Department of Labor wage determinations for Cook County. Quality assurance is managed through strict inspection checklists based on 2024 ICC and 2023 NFPA 70 standards, with mandatory structural tests and special inspections.