New York State Contract Reporter #RFQ July 2026

Restoration of Two Historic Metal Lighting Poles in Village Square, Kinderhook, NY

This opportunity involves the restoration of two historic metal lighting poles in the Village Square of Kinderhook, NY, funded by the NY Forward initiative through the New York State Department of State. - Government Buyer: - Village of Kinderhook, Department of Public Works (DPW), Village Clerk - Scope of Work: - Refurbishment and restoration of two historic metal lighting poles - Includes disassembly, sandblasting, painting (via subcontractor), repair or replacement of damaged metalwork, acquisition of new UL-rated bulb sockets and frosted glass, reassembly, testing, and reinstallation - Technical assistance during pole removal and reinstallation, coordination with DPW for electrical work - Products/Services Requested: - Replacement bulb sockets and frosted glass (UL rated) - Specialized lighting pole metal restoration services - Requirements: - Contractors must demonstrate experience with restoration projects on poles older than 50 years, completed within the last 5 years - Must be located within a one-day drive of Kinderhook, NY - MWBE and SDVOB firms are strongly encouraged to submit qualifications - Insurance coverage and non-collusion certification required - No specific OEMs or named vendors are listed in the solicitation - Notable: All labor, materials, equipment, and supervision must be provided by the contractor; sandblasting and painting may be performed by a subcontractor

Description

The Village of Kinderhook is seeking a contractor to refurbish and restore two historic metal lighting poles located in the Village Square. This project is part of a NY Forward initiative funded by the New York State Department of State. The work will be coordinated by the Village's Department of Public Works and includes disassembly, sandblasting, painting, replacement of parts, and reassembly of the lighting poles. Contractors must provide qualifications and demonstrate experience with similar restoration projects on poles older than 50 years within the last five years. The contract term is four months, and the work must be completed between August and November 2026.

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