Renovation of a library in Detroit, Michigan. Completed plans call for the renovation of a library.

Reference Number 0000396953 The Detroit Public Library is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform exterior surface cleaning, preparation, and painting at the DPL Service Building. Question Acceptance Deadline 09/08/2025 04:00 PM EDT Questions are submitted online Yes General Requirements - Insurance Required - License Required - Warranty Information Required Award Requirements - All or None Award RSVP to attend the mandatory site visit by emailing the Procurement Manager at, tlove@detroitpubliclibrary.org, no later than Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 4:00 p.m. EST. The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete the work as described below. All work must be performed in accordance with applicable safety standards, manufacturers specifications, and industry best practices. The Contractor is responsible for delivering a complete and finished product unless otherwise stated in the contract documents. The work shall include, but is not limited to, the following tasks: 1. Exterior Cleaning and Surface Preparation Power wash the exterior of the building to remove dirt, debris, failed paint, failed caulk, mold, mildew, and algae. Treat all areas affected by mold, mildew, and algae with a bleach and water solution prior to power washing. Scrape all loose or peeling paint and caulk to prepare the surface for priming and painting. 2. Priming, Caulking, and Painting Prime all exposed surfaces, including brick, stone, and rock wall sections, and any other areas where paint has failed or been removed. Caulk all visible cracks and gaps using appropriate exterior-grade caulk. Apply one (1) coat of Sherwin-Williams Pro-Block Exterior Primer and two (2) full coats of Sherwin-Williams exterior paint to all exterior surfaces. Paint all wall surfaces, doors, and roof wall sections with one uniform color, as approved by the Owner.