Building and General Services of Vermont #Furniture Conservation Services

Vermont Solicits Certified Furniture Conservation Services for Historic Collections

The State of Vermont is seeking qualified vendors to provide furniture conservation services for historic state-owned collections. - Government Buyer: - State of Vermont, Buildings and General Services, State Curator's Office - Purchasing contact: James Meyers, State Senior Purchasing Agent - Scope of Services: - Conservation of historic furniture from the mid-19th through 20th centuries - Includes structural and finishing treatments for items such as upholstered seating, tables, desks, and non-upholstered seating - Work to be performed on collections in the State House and other state-owned buildings - Requirements: - Vendors must have certified conservators with museum experience - Membership in the American Institute of Conservation and knowledge of the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Historic Treatments required - Bidders must provide photo documentation of past projects and detailed documentation of all work performed - Pricing must be firm for the initial contract term and include all delivery costs (F.O.B. to the ordering facility) - Contract Details: - Initial contract period of two years, with an option to renew for an additional 24 months - Hourly labor rates required for various conservation roles - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are mentioned; focus is on specialized conservation services

Description

The State of Vermont's Curators Office is seeking to establish contracts with one or more companies to provide furniture conservation services for historic mid-19th through 20th century furniture in the State House collection and other state-owned buildings. The contract period is two years with an option to renew for an additional 24 months, anticipated to start on August 15, 2026. Bidders must have experience with historic furniture conservation, including structural and finishing treatments, and be prepared to document their work. Pricing must be firm for the initial term and include all costs with F.O.B. delivery to the ordering facility.

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