City of Traverse City - 1905 Andrew Carnegie Building Historic Window and Door Replacement RFP - 2026
City of TraverseCity · Traverse City, MI- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
The 30-second brief
The City of Traverse City, Michigan is soliciting proposals for historical window and exterior door replacement at the 1905 Andrew Carnegie Building located at 322 W. Sixth St. The project requires high-performance, historic-grade replacements, including Kolbe Ultra Series windows and Heritage Series doors or approved equals, preserving original architectural profiles and meeting local historic preservation guidelines. Work involves removal, disposal, lead/asbestos safety management, supply, and installation of 49 total window units and 2 primary entryway openings (4 units). Submissions are due by November 19, 2026, at 10:00am, with a mandatory pre-bid walk-through on November 5, 2026. Required submissions include cover letter, qualifications, staff details, past experience references, fee schedule, and drawings/specifications.
Replacement of Front Entry Doors & window above; Stair Entry Door & window above; window above front entry (75" x 81"); 8 basement window assemblies (73" x 56", Mulled pairs / 16 total units); 6 back basement windows (42" x 56"); 10 back gallery lower windows (40" x 47"); 10 back gallery upper windows (40" x 77"); 8 front/side gallery windows (71" x 149"); 4 side room windows (40" x 117"); 1 left side gallery window (40" x 149"); 1 storage window (32" x 66"); Front Entry Assembly (Line 001) Kolbe Heritage Commercial Swinging Door (72-1/2" x 82") with matching XD Transom; Stair Entry Assembly (Line 002) Kolbe Heritage Commercial Swinging Door (58" x 82") with matching XD Transom.
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Summary
The City of Traverse City, Michigan is soliciting proposals for historical window and exterior door replacement at the 1905 Andrew Carnegie Building located at 322 W. Sixth St.
The project requires high-performance, historic-grade replacements, including Kolbe Ultra Series windows and Heritage Series doors or approved equals, preserving original architectural profiles and meeting local historic preservation guidelines. Work involves removal, disposal, lead/asbestos safety management, supply, and installation of 49 total window units and 2 primary entryway openings (4 units). Submissions are due by November 19, 2026, at 10:00am, with a mandatory pre-bid walk-through on November 5, 2026. Required submissions include cover letter, qualifications, staff details, past experience references, fee schedule, and drawings/specifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Qualifications
- Overall capability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Replacement of Front Entry Doors & window above
- Stair Entry Door & window above
- Window above front entry (75" x 81")
- 8 basement window assemblies (73" x 56", Mulled pairs / 16 total units)
- 6 back basement windows (42" x 56")
- 10 back gallery lower windows (40" x 47")
- 10 back gallery upper windows (40" x 77")
- 8 front/side gallery windows (71" x 149")
- 4 side room windows (40" x 117")
- 1 left side gallery window (40" x 149")
- 1 storage window (32" x 66")
- Front Entry Assembly (Line 001) Kolbe Heritage Commercial Swinging Door (72-1/2" x 82") with matching XD Transom
- Stair Entry Assembly (Line 002) Kolbe Heritage Commercial Swinging Door (58" x 82") with matching XD Transom
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover letter
- Contractor qualifications
- Staff qualifications
- Examples of experience with similar projects
- Fee schedule
- Contractor's qualifications relating to historic renovation services
- Detailed drawings and specifications for each window type
- Certificate of insurance
- Performance and payment bond
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Traverse City, MI
- Reported agency
- City of Traverse City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Traverse?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Traverse in MI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Replacement of Front Entry Doors & window above; Stair Entry Door & window above; window above front entry (75" x 81"); 8 basement window assemblies (73" x 56", Mulled pairs / 16 total units); 6 back basement windows (42" x 56"); 10 back gallery lower windows (40" x 47"); 10 back gallery upper windo. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, qualifications, overall capability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Traverse?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover letter, contractor qualifications, staff qualifications, examples of experience with similar projects, fee schedule, contractor's qualifications relating to historic renovation services, detaile. Review the full document from City of Traverse for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Traverse City, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.