Renovation of a religious / funeral development in Oxford, Georgia. Completed plans call for the renovation of a religious / funeral development.

The City of Oxford will receive sealed bids for the Old Church Exterior Lead Abatement and Exterior Painting. This work project includes exterior lead abatement and the exterior painting of Old Church, located at 1011 Wesley Street, Oxford, GA 30054. 1. Appropriate plastic sheeting and other containment measures complying with all state and federal requirements will be taken to ensure lead paint does not contaminate the soil around the building. 2. Loose paint will be removed by hand scraping and will be disposed of in a manner that is in compliance with all state and federal requirements. A disposal manifest will be required. 3. Repair or replace all deteriorated or damaged exterior wood and metal items and surfaces. Building components to be repaired or replaced include, but is not limited to, rotten or damaged exterior wood items (dimensional lumber, hardboard, millwork, trim, etc.), glass & glazing, gutters, down spouts. All repairs shall be primed on all sides before painting. Repairs shall match existing wood. 4. Acceptable siding lumber shall be: Select yellow pine, no knots. 5. Contractor shall prep all areas before painting. a. Pressure wash exterior with pH neutral detergents. b. Scrape away any loose paint as per lead abatement. c. Repair any significant surface flaws with sanding and/or a two-part epoxy-based filling system repair compound rated for exterior use. Body filler/bondo is not permitted. Apply two coats primer. Sand the surface when dry. d. Remove old caulk. Re-caulk around door trim, windowsills and other areas that need to be sealed with a paintable exterior caulk. e. Prime front and back of bare wood and any area where repairs have been made. i. Use mold resistant primer. (Apply a minimum of two coats). f. Use drop cloths to protect shrubs and lawns. Gently tie up and cover shrubs. Any questions regarding bids and/or misunderstandings that may arise from this proposal should be submitted, via email and should be directed to Bill Andrew, City Manager, at bandrew@oxfordgeorgia.org, no later than January 9, 2023 at 5:00 PM.