Strafford Town Office Renovation

Background

The Town of Strafford, Vermont, is seeking general contracting services for the renovation and physical preservation of the Strafford Town Office, which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This project aims to adhere to architectural plans approved by the National Park Service and comply with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation. The renovation is partially funded by a grant from the Historic Preservation Fund administered by the National Park Service.

Work Details

The contractor will be responsible for: 1. Preservation and repair of the Strafford Town Office, including: i. Foundation repair with a cost proposal including minimum and maximum estimates, including new plumbing lines for the rear bathroom; ii. Porch repair involving restatement or replacement of historic posts, removal and repair of water-damaged materials, and roof repair; iii. Accessibility improvements such as adding a ramp; iv. Drainage improvements to direct water away from the building; v. Replacement of outdoor stairway; vi. An optional accessible bathroom widening contingent on additional funding. 2. Providing all traffic control during construction; 3. Minimizing impact on building operations; 4. Collaborating with Engineering Ventures (structural engineer) and TU Architects (architect) throughout the project; 5. Assisting in acquiring necessary permits.

Period of Performance

The estimated start date for construction is August 2026, with contractor selection made by July 30, 2026.

Place of Performance

The work will be performed at 227 Justin Morrill Memorial Hwy, Strafford, Orange County, VT 05072.

Bidder Requirements

Contractors must register with the Vermont Secretary of State's Office to do business in Vermont if not already registered. They must demonstrate experience in historic preservation or relevant fields and provide evidence of success on at least three similar projects.