West Haven Civicplus #2027-01

West Haven Solicits Bids for Historic Roof Replacement at Ward Heitmann House Museum

The City of West Haven, Connecticut, is seeking bids for the complete historic roof replacement of the Ward Heitmann House Museum at 277 Elm Street. - Government Buyer: - City of West Haven, Procurement Office - Project Scope: - Complete removal and disposal of the existing wood shingle roofing system - Inspection, repair, and replacement of deteriorated roof substrate and sheathing - Installation of a new wood shingle roofing system that matches the original historic appearance - Installation of new copper flashings, valleys, drip edges, gutters, and related drainage components - Daily cleanup and proper disposal of construction debris - Protection of the historic structure during construction - Final inspection and project closeout documentation - Products/Services Requested: - Wood shingle roofing system (historic style) - Copper flashings, valleys, drip edges, gutters, and drainage components - Labor for removal, installation, repair, and restoration - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All work must comply with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties and Connecticut State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) requirements - Contractors must adhere to Connecticut prevailing wage laws and provide certified payroll - State set-aside and contract compliance requirements apply, including a Good Faith Effort Plan for minority and small business participation - Bonds (bid, performance, labor/material) and specific insurance coverages are required - Project is funded by the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Urban Act Program - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to qualified contractors with experience in historic restoration

Description

The City of West Haven is soliciting sealed bids for the complete roof replacement of the historic Ward Heitmann House Museum located at 277 Elm Street, West Haven, Connecticut. The project involves removal and disposal of the existing roofing system, repair and replacement of deteriorated roof substrate, and installation of a new wood shingle roofing system matching the original historic appearance. The work also includes installation of new copper flashings, gutters, and related drainage components. The project is funded through the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Urban Act Program and requires compliance with historic preservation standards and prevailing wage laws.

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