Bid guide
How to bid on 133 State Street – 326 Training Room Renovation for Buildings & General Svs
What the agency is buying
The State of Vermont's Department of Buildings and General Services needs a contractor to renovate Room 326 at 133 State Street in Montpelier. This project will convert a former tax form scanning room into a training room designed to accommodate up to 12 people.
The scope of work includes selective demolition, restoring historic plaster walls and cased openings, installing an ADA-compliant automatic door opener, window blinds, painting, and carpet tiles. Electrical outlets, data cabling, and a dedicated fresh-air ventilation connection will also be upgraded.
Key dates and deadlines
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on September 3, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at the site on September 21, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST. Attendees should meet in the first-floor lobby of 133 State Street.
Questions regarding the solicitation are due by September 28, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST. The final deadline for submitting your electronic bid is October 13, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in interior renovations, particularly those involving selective demolition, historical restoration, and modernizing commercial spaces. Contractors familiar with ADA compliance and ventilation system integration will find this project aligns with their capabilities.
The project falls under general construction categories, including building construction and construction management.
How to respond
To access the full bid documents, you need to obtain them from Blueprints Etc. You can contact them at 802-865-4503, fax 802-865-0027, or email [email protected]. There is a non-refundable fee for the documents, plus taxes and shipping. You can preview Project Manuals and Plans in their Public Plan Room online.
All bids must be submitted electronically via email to [email protected]. The subject line of your email must clearly reference the project title: "133 State Street – 326 Training Room Renovation".
Practical tips for your response
Carefully review all project requirements, especially those concerning the restoration of historic plaster and cased openings. Highlight your experience with similar historical preservation elements in your proposal.
Ensure your bid clearly addresses the installation of the ADA-compliant automatic door opener and the fresh-air ventilation connection. Provide a detailed breakdown of costs for each component of the renovation. Attending the non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is recommended to gain a better understanding of the site conditions and ask any clarifying questions.
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Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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