Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #VSS_102
Historic Storefront Restoration for Lehman Block Building – MWBE/SDVOB Contractors Sought
Posted
July 13, 2026
Respond By
August 03, 2026
Identifier
VSS_102
NAICS
236118, 238320, 238390, 238190
This opportunity seeks certified MWBE and SDVOB contractors for the historic storefront restoration of the Lehman Block Building in Sharon Springs, NY. - Government Buyer: - Schoharie Economic Enterprise Corp (SEEC), New York State - Project Scope: - Restoration of the historic storefront at the Lehman Block Building - Installation of new energy-efficient windows and doors replicating the original historical façade - Removal of siding and replication to match the original storefront wall - Replacement of existing exterior lighting - Exterior painting to match selected colorway - Participation Requirements: - Only New York State Certified Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses (SDVOBs) are eligible - MWBE participation goals: 15% MBE, 15% WBE - SDVOB participation goal: 6% - Firms must provide proof of certification and experience in historical restoration - Funding and Oversight: - Project funded by NY Forward Program and Empire State Development grant - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; focus is on qualified restoration contractors - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict adherence to historical restoration standards and detailed project plans - Contractors must demonstrate relevant experience and provide certification documentation
Description
The owner of the historic Lehman Block Building is soliciting proposals from New York State Certified Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) and/or Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOBs) to complete the restoration of the building's historic storefront. This restoration is part of a larger rehabilitation project funded through the NY Forward Program, Empire State Development grant. The project includes restoration of the storefront with new energy-efficient windows and doors that follow the historical facade, removal of siding to replicate the existing historical storefront wall, replacement of existing light, and exterior painting. The contract term is six months, to be completed in 2026, located in Mohawk Valley, Schoharie County, Village of Sharon Springs, NY.