The City of Burlington is seeking a contractor to repair or replace windows at Fire Station No. 1, a historic building. Proposals must be submitted by December 23, 2025. A site visit is required. The selection will be based on price, qualifications, and prior work for the city. The contractor must provide various documents, including a cover page, proof of signature authority, bid form, schedule, references, and insurance. The city reserves the right to reject any proposal and may consider staff's anecdotal experience and references provided. The city will provide zoning and building permits, and the contractor is responsible for any required trades permits. The contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Burlington Livable Wage Ordinance. The contractor must create a public health emergency plan. The city will not be responsible for any delays related to the sequence of operations or any expenses or losses incurred as a result of any delays during a public health emergency.
The proposal due date is December 23, 2025 12:00 pm.
The city seeks to make payment within thirty days of receipt of an invoice and any backup documentation requested.
The contractor guarantees the work performed, and all materials or equipment furnished, to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a minimum period of one 1 year from the date of the citys acceptance of completion.
Proposals shall be ranked based on the following scoring criteria: price: 40 points qualifications based on references, reputation, experience generally, and experience relevant to the project: 50 points prior exemplary work for the city: 10 points.
To be selected, a proposer must meet minimum legal qualifications to perform the work.
If the work is not completed by the foregoing date, the city shall be entitled to assess liquidated damages in an amount up to 500 per day for each business day that the completion of the work is delayed.
A site visit is equired, by appointment.
Questions are due December 15, 2025 12:00 pm.
