State House Boiler Plant Renovation Project

The State House Boiler Plant Renovation Project involves comprehensive restoration work at 82 Smith Street, Providence, RI, including masonry mortar repointing, wall painting, replacement of historic windows with replicated metal units, and installation of new metal batten seam roofing and standing seam siding, all in accordance with specified bid requirements. The project is solicited through a Request for Quotation (RFQ26005893), with a response deadline of October 8, 2025, and an initial contract period starting around November 1, 2025, for one year, with an option for a one-year renewal. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via Ocean State Procures™, including a bid bond or certified check equal to 5% of their proposal, and furnish 100% payment and performance bonds prior to contract issuance. The contract size ranges from $500,000 to $1.5 million, with detailed allowances for unforeseen modifications and brick replacement, and all steel products must be processed from U.S.-made steel. The contractual framework incorporates Rhode Island-specific regulations, including the Rhode Island General Conditions of Purchase, applicable laws on contractor registration, prevailing wage requirements, and policies supporting minority and women-owned business participation. The project is governed by standard AIA contract forms (A104-2017 and A201-2017), and vendors are required to maintain all necessary licenses and insurance coverage. The procurement process emphasizes responsiveness and responsibility, with evaluation based on compliance, responsibility, and cost, but without explicit weighting or scoring criteria. Delivery is FOB destination with inside delivery included, and inspection responsibilities lie with the vendor prior to bid submission, while final acceptance occurs at the project site. All communications, questions, and submissions are managed exclusively through the Ocean State Procures™ platform, with strict adherence to deadlines and procedural instructions.