New York State Contract Reporter #2138324

Buffalo City Hall Historic Structures Report and NHL Feasibility Study Solicitation

This opportunity seeks qualified historic preservation consultants to prepare a Historic Structures Report (HSR) and a National Historic Landmark (NHL) Feasibility Study for Buffalo City Hall. - Government Buyer: - City of Buffalo, Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets - Scope of Work: - Preparation of a comprehensive HSR documenting architectural and developmental history - Detailed historic research, existing conditions assessment, and architectural documentation - Identification of character-defining features and recommendations for restoration and maintenance - National Historic Landmark Feasibility Study, including comparative national research and evaluation under NHL criteria - Public engagement and presentations - Key Requirements: - Consultant team must include a Secretary of the Interior-qualified Architectural Historian and Historic Architect - Experience with HSRs for major civic buildings and NHL evaluations is strongly preferred - Compliance with National Park Service standards and the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties - MWBE participation goals: 25% MBE and 5% WBE - Deliverables: - Draft and final reports, photographic documentation, and public presentations - Contract Details: - One-year contract term - Budget not to exceed $300,000 - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are mentioned, as this is a professional services solicitation

Description

The City of Buffalo Department of Public Works seeks proposals from qualified historic preservation consultants to prepare a comprehensive Historic Structures Report (HSR) and National Historic Landmark (NHL) Designation Feasibility Study for Buffalo City Hall. The HSR will establish the technical, historical, and preservation framework necessary to guide a future comprehensive restoration of the building, prioritize capital improvements, and support long-term stewardship. The NHL study will determine whether the building possesses exceptional national significance and whether pursuit of NHL designation is warranted. The project includes detailed historic research, existing conditions assessment, architectural documentation, and public engagement.

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