New York Buffalo Civic Plus #1176

Buffalo City Hall Historic Structures Report and NHL Feasibility Study RFP

The City of Buffalo Department of Public Works is seeking qualified historic preservation consultants for a comprehensive Historic Structures Report (HSR) and National Historic Landmark (NHL) Feasibility Study for Buffalo City Hall. - Government Buyer: - City of Buffalo Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets - Services Requested: - Preparation of a Historic Structures Report (HSR) for Buffalo City Hall - Includes architectural and historical research, condition assessment, and preservation recommendations - National Historic Landmark (NHL) Feasibility Study - Evaluation of Buffalo City Hall's eligibility for NHL designation, including comparative national research - Public engagement and final presentation to stakeholders - Key Requirements: - Consultant team must include a Secretary of the Interior-qualified Architectural Historian and Historic Architect - Demonstrated experience with Historic Structures Reports for major civic buildings and NHL evaluations or nominations - Deliverables: draft and final reports, standalone NHL feasibility report, digital photograph archive, and presentation materials - MWBE participation is encouraged - Insurance requirements specified - Project Details: - Estimated budget up to $300,000 - Anticipated project duration is approximately one year from notice to proceed

Description

The City of Buffalo Department of Public Works is seeking proposals from qualified historic preservation consultants to prepare a comprehensive Historic Structures Report (HSR) and a National Historic Landmark (NHL) Designation Feasibility Study for Buffalo City Hall. The project aims to establish the technical, historical, and preservation framework for future restoration, prioritize capital improvements, support long-term stewardship, and determine the building's national significance for NHL designation. The consultant team must include a Secretary of the Interior-qualified Architectural Historian and Historic Architect, with experience in Historic Structures Reports for civic buildings and NHL evaluations. The project duration is approximately one year from notice to proceed, with an anticipated budget not exceeding $300,000.

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