Conservation and Stabilization of the Plaster and Decorative Paint at the President’s Room Ceiling, United States Capitol Building
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is issuing a pre-solicitation notice for professional conservation services to address the Conservation and Stabilization of the Plaster and Decorative Paint at the President's Room Ceiling within the United States Capitol Building. This effort aims to prevent deterioration and preserve historical elements. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated to be posted in late March or early April 2026 on SAM.gov.
Scope of Work
The successful contractor will provide professional expertise for design services for ceiling plaster restoration and repair, followed by the implementation of the treatment plan for Room S-216. Key objectives include preventing the loss of valuable plaster, decorative painting, frescoes, and seccos, and designing a treatment plan to safely adhere delaminated plaster to the masonry vault. The Architectural Conservator (AC) will review documents, survey existing conditions, develop design solutions, and provide a treatment plan, specifications, and cost estimate for the implementation phase.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-solicitation for professional conservation services
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition (AOC is not subject to FAR)
- RFP Anticipated: Late March or early April 2026
- Published: March 11, 2026
- Response Date (Pre-solicitation): March 24, 2026 (Note: This is the pre-solicitation response date, not the RFP due date)
Evaluation
The selection process will be a full and open, competitive source selection in accordance with the AOC Contracting Manual section 9.1 Negotiated Acquisitions. Award will be based on a tradeoff process decision, allowing for award to other than the lowest-priced or highest technically rated offeror. The AOC intends to award one contract to a responsible, SAM.gov registered firm whose proposal conforms to all requirements.
Additional Notes
The Architect of the Capitol is a Legislative Branch agency and is not subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) or Executive Orders. Information exchanges are encouraged, but all inquiries must be directed to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist.