Recs Rfp Design Paint Repairs Capitol Building

The contract pertains to a project aimed at providing professional architectural and interior design services for paint repairs within the Minnesota State Capitol Building in St. Paul, Minnesota. The scope includes determining appropriate repair, painting, surface treatment, and decorative painting work to restore and preserve the building’s historic surfaces. The solicitation, issued by the Minnesota Department of Administration’s Real Estate & Construction division, seeks qualified firms to submit proposals by November 19, 2025, with the contract anticipated to commence on December 1, 2025, and extend through November 30, 2027, with potential extensions. The project size is estimated between $500,000 and $1,500,000, and it emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and compliance with state procurement policies. The RFP includes detailed requirements for submitting qualifications and fee proposals, along with supporting exhibits that specify scope, fee structure, reimbursable expenses, and qualification criteria. The fee proposals outline compensation for various project phases, including schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, construction, and post-construction activities, with restrictions on markup on subconsultant fees. The qualification submission requires firms to provide detailed information on their experience, key personnel, approach, and unique qualifications. The process involves mandatory site visits, question periods, and adherence to state procurement procedures through the SWIFT Supplier Portal, with an emphasis on transparency, diversity, and inclusion. The contract aims to ensure the preservation of the Capitol’s historic surfaces through expert design services, with provisions for project management, compliance, and potential contractual extensions.