RFQ Contractor - Stabilization and Partial Restoration of the Little-Lord Farmstead

The Township of Berkeley Heights seeks experienced Historic Restoration General Contractors who specialize in selective demolition of historic finishes, structural repair of historic wood framing including heavy-timber construction, repair of finish carpentry including siding and trim, repair of wood flooring, plaster restoration, masonry restoration, surface prepare, and painting. STABILIZATION AND PARTIAL RESTORATION OF THE LITTEL-LORD FARMSTEAD 23 and 31 Horseshoe Road, Berkeley Heights, Union County, New Jersey 07922 The project generally consists of the following: 1. Selective demolition of historic finishes; 2. Stabilization of the first-floor structure and foundation; 3. Structural repairs of historic wood framing including heavy-timber construction; 4. Repair of wood siding and trim; 5. Stone masonry repair and repointing; 6. Repairs to wood flooring; 7. Plaster restoration; 8. Masonry restoration; and 9. Surface preparation and painting of interior and exterior surfaces. All respondents will be notified in writing of the decision as to qualifications. Only those determined to be pre-qualified Historic Restoration General Contactors for this project will be invited to submit bids for the work. This property is listed on the New Jersey and National Registers of the Historic Places. All prospective bidders must demonstrate experience in the successful completion of projects of a similar scope and nature that followed the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties (Revised 1995) performed to the satisfaction of the Owner. Any questions regarding the prequalification process should be directed to Margaret M. Hickey, AIA, Connolly & Hickey Historical Architects at 973-746-4911, extension 109. Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq.

Division 01 -	General Requirements, Construction Facilities, Field Offices and Sheds, Sanitary Facilities, Construction Aids, Temporary Scaffolding and Platforms.
Division 03 -	Concrete, Concrete Forming, Concrete Accessories, Concrete Reinforcing, Cast-in-Place Concrete, Structural Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry.
Division 05 -	Metals, Structural Metal Framing, Structural Steel Framing, Structural Steel for Buildings, Steel Joist Framing.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Millwork.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Sheet Metal Waterproofing, Thermal Insulation, Weather Barriers, Built-Up Bituminous Roofing, Flashing and Sheet Metal, Joint Sealants.
Division 08 -	Openings, Metal Frames, Metal Doors, Wood Doors, Plastic Doors, Special Function Doors, Cold Storage Doors, Panel Doors, Sectional Doors, Entrances and Storefronts, Entrances, Automatic Entrances, Sliding Automatic Entrances, Windows, Door Hardware.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Gypsum Board, Tiling, Acoustical Ceilings, Flooring, Painting and Coating, Painting, Exterior Painting, Interior Painting.
Division 10 -	Specialties, Signage, Telephone Specialties, Compartments and Cubicles, Fire Protection Specialties, Fire Protection Cabinets, Fire Extinguishers, Storage Assemblies, Metal Storage Shelving.
Division 11 -	Equipment, Loading Dock Equipment.
Division 12 -	Furnishings, Casework, Rugs and Mats, Office Furniture, Site Furnishings, Trash and Litter Receptacles.
Division 21 -	Fire Suppression, Instrumentation and Control for Fire-Suppression Systems, Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Plumbing Piping, Facility Water Distribution, Plumbing Equipment, Plumbing Fixtures, Commercial Plumbing Fixtures, Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), HVAC Insulation, Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Air Distribution.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Instrumentation and Control for Electrical Systems, Power Distribution Units, Interior Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Exit Signs, Exterior Lighting, Lighting Poles and Standards, Parking Lighting, Area Lighting, Site Lighting, Flood Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Structured Cabling, Data Communications, Voice Communications, Distributed Audio-Video Communications Systems, Paging Systems.
Division 28 -	Electronic Safety and Security, Electronic Access Control and Intrusion Detection, Access Control, Electronic Surveillance, Video Surveillance, Fire Detection and Alarm.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Site Clearing, Grading, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Bases, Ballasts, and Paving, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways, Paving Specialties, Parking Bumpers, Pavement Markings, Fences and Gates, Planting Irrigation, Planting.
Division 33 -	Utilities, Water Utilities, Sanitary Sewerage Utilities, Storm Drainage Utilities.