Waterford Mill Restoration

The deadline for questions is delayed from July 14, 2022 to Prior to 5:00 PM July 26, 2022. The Intent of this Invitation for Bid (IFB) is for the County of Loudoun, Virginia (County) to obtain the services of a qualified General Contractor to stabilize and restore the basement plus three-story brick Waterford Mill, an important historic resource located at 40105 Main St, Waterford, VA 20197 in the Waterford Voting District. The work includes clearing of accumulated silt from the basement and wheel pit, establishment of positive drainage from the basement, limited repairs to the interior and exterior masonry and wood elements, restoration of the historic hurst frame, necessary flooring repairs, and establishment of passive ventilation. Contractors are advised that the Waterford Mill, including the surrounding areas, are utilized by the Waterford Foundation as part of the annual Waterford Fair . The fair is held annually, in October (Event Dates: October 7-9, 2022, October 6-8, 2023). In the event that the project's construction duration overlaps with the Waterford Fair, the Contractor shall be responsible for demobilizing from the project site by no later than September 30, at no additional cost to the County. Work on the project site shall be suspended until November 1. During the period between September 30 and November 1, the interior and exterior of the Waterford Mill, the wheel pit, tail race, and the surrounding grounds shall be stabilized to allow for free and unrestricted public access. The Contractor shall manage the construction schedule such that demolition of an element of work shall not occur unless the associated repairs / restoration work can be completed prior to September 30. If Substantial Completion is not achieved prior to September 30, the County shall extend the Contract Times as warranted for the length of time that the date of Substantial Completion was actually delayed in accordance with Section 8.3.1: Excusable Non-Compensable Delays of the General Conditions of the Construction Contract. Lastly, the County will require the Contractor awarded this Project Construction Program Management Software. The County will purchase two (2) licenses for the Contractor's use and will provide training for the Contractor to ensure proficiency as recommended . The license and training will be provided to the Contractor at no cost and prior to the issuance of Notice to Proceed. Further training due to a lack of proficiency will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

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, Erosion and Sedimentation Controls, 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, Ponds and Reservoirs.