Lewiston Civicplus #2026-047

Lead Abatement and Healthy Homes Improvements at 79 Howard Street, Lewiston, ME

This opportunity involves lead abatement and healthy homes improvements for two apartment units at 79 Howard Street, Lewiston, ME, managed by the City of Lewiston's Economic and Community Development office. - Government Buyer: - City of Lewiston, Economic and Community Development, Purchasing Agent Office - Scope of Work: - Lead abatement services including complete paint removal, encapsulation, enclosure, and component replacement to eliminate lead-based paint hazards - Window and door replacements with Energy Star-rated products (vinyl double hung windows, 9-lite steel exterior doors, 90-minute fire-rated doors, 6-panel solid pine interior doors) - Installation of aluminum coil stock enclosures and solid vinyl soffit - Cabinetry replacement with National Kitchen Cabinet Association certified wood cabinets - Exterior porch, step, railing, and handrail replacement using pressure treated materials - Handrail and grab rail installation per code - HEPA cleaning and dust clearance testing - Project management, including notifications, scheduling, clearance sampling, debris disposal, and final reporting - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal and state lead safety regulations (HUD, EPA) - Use of Energy Star-rated and code-compliant materials - Mandatory warranties on work performed - Detailed contractor qualifications and adherence to permitting and reporting standards - No specific OEMs are named; products must meet specified performance and certification standards (e.g., Energy Star, National Kitchen Cabinet Association) - Several local and regional abatement and construction vendors are potential bidders

Description

The City of Lewiston is soliciting sealed proposals for lead abatement work at 79 Howard Street. The scope includes complete paint removal, encapsulation, enclosure, and/or whole component removal of lead-based paint hazards as identified in the lead-based paint inspection report. The project also involves incidental work necessary to complete the abatement as outlined or implied in the Design Specifications. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held onsite on August 11, 2026, and proposals are due by August 18, 2026.

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