INVITATION TO BID
Middlebourne United Methodist is located at 306 East
St., Middlebourne WV. The owner is requesting bids to
repair existing masonry which includes cleaning and
repointing of existing masonry. The exposed exterior
stone foundation and chimney may also be repointed or
repaired as needed.
Summary of Scope/Services
The scope of services shall include:
1. An historic mortar analysis to determine the color,
texture, and composition of the historic mortar. A
sample patch must be completed to confirm
appropriateness. The new mortar recipe and mockup
must be approved by the grant monitor prior to
installation. The new mortar must match the existing
historic mortar.
2. Detailed description of project location.
3. The price shall include and cover the furnishing of all
materials, labor, tools, material, and equipment
necessary for the cleaning and repointing of the
masonry.
4. Qualifications: The contractor must have proof of the
completion of three similar historic projects in the past
four years that have complied with the Secretary of the
Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. The contractor
must prove that they have the ability to complete the
project in a timely manner and meet all deadlines set
here within. The contractor must have the required
licenses and insurances to execute the stated work.
Prebid inspection/Meeting
The property will be open for a mandatory pre-bid
walkthrough on September 3rd, 2024 at 3:00 pm at the
church.
Project Selection Criteria
Contractors will be selected based upon (1) cost, (2)
experience with similar historic preservation projects,
and (3) proven ability to complete a project. The
contractor must carry out the described work in
compliance with the Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards for Rehabilitation.
Project Deadline and Review
The project completion date is Feb. 3rd, 2025 and will
be reviewed by the West Virginia State Historic
Preservation Office.
Requirements of the Bid Submission
All bids must be received no later than 10:00am
September 30,2024. Send to Charles Delauder, 210
Underwood St., Middlebourne, WV 26149.Bids will be
opened and read aloud at that time in the church
fellowship hall.
The Bid Submission must include the following:
1. Letter of Interest detailing previous historic
preservation experience including statement that they
read and understand the Secretary of the Interior’s
Standards for Rehabilitation.
2. Lump sum for bid proposal on provided Bid Form.
3. Three references from three individual previous
historic projects.
4. WV Contractor Number
5. Contractor must have scaffolding or capability to
provide it as well as a scaffolding plan that meets OSHA
requirements to perform this contract. Cite proposed
source for scaffolding plan.
6. WV Workers Compensation and Insurance
Certifications
Source of Funding/Funding Requirements
Partial funds for this project are through the WV State
Historic Preservation Office. All applicable federal, state,
and local laws, rules, and regulations apply. All work
must be approved by the SHPO prior to payment.
The price must include all materials, labor, equipment,
insurance, permits, licenses, taxes, and workers
compensation. The work must comply with the
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.
Payment Process to the Successful Bidder:
Contractors will be paid for work completed. Contractors
must allow approximately 4 to 6 weeks for payment of
all invoices. Last payment will be held until work is
completed and approved by the State Historic
Preservation Office.
Middlebourne United Methodist
TSN 8/28 5143