Exterior Rehabilitation of 616 E 6th St

Background

The City of Muscatine is seeking proposals from general contractors for the rehabilitation of one home located at 616 E 6th St. This project is financed through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, aimed at improving housing conditions. The home is presumed to contain lead-based paint, necessitating that contractors have completed Lead Safe Work Practices training.

Work Details

The scope of work includes: 1. Demolition of the front porch and disposal of materials. 2. Stabilization of the roof, replacement of rotted materials, and rebuilding the porch with pressure-treated lumber. 3. Replacement of the front door with a composite frame door and a new storm door. 4. Replacement of all gutters and downspouts with seamless options. 5. Replacement of ten (10) double-hung vinyl windows measuring 25 inches by 67 inches. 6. Replacement of two (2) double-hung vinyl windows measuring 33 inches by 41 inches. 7. Replacement of three (3) double-hung vinyl windows measuring 48 inches by 52 inches.

Period of Performance

The contract work is expected to commence after the bid opening on June 22, 2026, with specific timelines for completion not detailed in the solicitation.

Place of Performance

The rehabilitation work will be performed at 616 E 6th St, Muscatine, IA.

Bidder Requirements

Contractors must provide documentation proving successful completion of Lead Safe Work Practices training. They must also hold a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) from SAM.gov prior to beginning work. Additionally, contractors must provide proof of commercial liability insurance and comply with City requirements regarding insurance coverage. All bids must include an itemized list with prices for each line item.