Murals and Paintings Conservation Program for the United States Capitol Building and Other Legislative Facilities

The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) has issued Solicitation AOCSSB26R0003, an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for the conservation of fine art and decorative art murals in the United States Capitol Building and other Legislative Facilities. The contract has a base period from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027, with four additional one-year option periods, for a total potential term of five years. Task orders will be issued via email, with a minimum value of $1,000 and a maximum of $1,000,000 for a combination of items. The selection process for task orders involves a fair opportunity review considering technical expertise, past performance, and capacity. Proposals will primarily be evaluated on price and past performance, with technical factors considered for higher value or unique requirements. The solicitation includes detailed clauses on contract administration, security procedures, personnel requirements (including E-Verify), and protest procedures. The AOC reserves the right to 'on-ramp' or 'off-ramp' contractors based on performance and capacity.

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The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is seeking an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for the conservation of murals and paintings in the U.S. Capitol Building and other legislative facilities. This procurement aims to continue a long-term conservation program initiated in 2014, focusing on historic fine art and decorative wall and ceiling murals, as well as framed oil on canvas paintings. The scope of work includes assessment, conservation services (on-site and off-site), and emergency services for damaged artworks. All work must comply with strict conservation guidelines and policies, including those from the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (AIC) and AOC-specific requirements. The contract will have a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2031. Key personnel requirements include a Senior Fine Art Painting Conservator/Project Director with extensive experience and certifications. The contract type will be multiple award IDIQ, with task orders issued on a firm fixed price, labor hour, or time and material basis.

The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) Supplies, Services, and Material Management Division (SSMMD) is seeking proposals for RFP #AOCSSB26R0003 for the Conservation of Murals and Paintings in the United States Capitol Building and Other Legislative Facilities. This RFP aims to award up to two Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts with a one-year base period and four one-year options. Proposals are due by February 17, 2026, at 2 PM ET. The solicitation outlines a Tradeoff Process for evaluation, with technical factors (Corporate Experience, Technical Approach, Key Personnel, Past Performance) being significantly more important than price. Offerors must be SAM-registered, and proposals should be organized into two volumes: Technical and Price, following specific formatting and content requirements. Key evaluation criteria include demonstrating relevant corporate experience, a sound technical approach, qualified key personnel, and satisfactory past performance.

The document SSB-26-R-0003,

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