Essex County Land Bank

29 Jan Artscape Mural Preparation RFP

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Ticonderoga Mural Festival – 2026

Issued by: Essex County Land Bank / North Country Rural Development Coalition
Program: Walls Between Waters Mural Festival
Issue Date: January 2026
Proposal Due Date: Friday, February 27th at 4 pm

1. INTRODUCTION

The Essex County Land Bank (ECLB), under the North Country Rural Development Coalition, is seeking proposals from qualified contractors for surface preparation, cleaning, priming, and installation of low-relief metal siding at multiple sites in Ticonderoga, NY. This work is in preparation for the 2026 Walls Between Waters Mural Festival.

The selected contractor(s) will be responsible for completing work in accordance with the specifications outlined in this RFP by May 1st, 2026

2. PROJECT OVERVIEW & SITES

Contractors shall submit proposals covering all sites listed in this RFP. The projects will be awarded as a single package, and proposals must reflect pricing and scheduling for the full scope of work.

SITE 1: 98 Montcalm Street, Ticonderoga, NY

Business: Sugar & Spice

Wall Elevation: WEST SIDE OF BUILDING

Area: ~990 sq ft
Height: 15’11”
Width: ~74’
Ground Cover: Slightly uneven concrete
Equipment: 35’ articulating heavy-duty boom

Existing Conditions:
The wall is currently clad in deteriorating wood paneling with broken sections and rot at the base. Existing cladding must be fully removed and replaced with a weather-resistant substrate.

Scope of Work:

Removal of existing deteriorated wood paneling
Installation of low-relief metal siding
Priming is suitable for mural application

Requested Quote Line Items:

Materials (siding specifications, paint, boards/wood, silicone)
Labor
Lift/equipment (if provided)

SITE 2: 98 Montcalm Street – NORTH SIDE

Area: ~1,150 sq ft
Height: 22’
Width: ~51’
Ground Cover: Damaged asphalt
Equipment: 35’ articulating boom or larger

Cleaning: Low-PSI power wash and scrub using eco-friendly cleaner
Primer: Loxon Exterior Masonry Primer (Sherwin-Williams) or Zinsser 123 Bullseye Exterior All-Purpose Primer

SITE 3: 98 Montcalm Street – EAST SIDE (Rear Alley)

Area: ~1,200 sq ft
Height: ~33’
Width: ~52’
Ground Cover: Severe slope with loose stone
Equipment: 65’ articulating boom or larger

Cleaning: Low-PSI power wash and scrub using eco-friendly cleaner
Primer: No priming required

SITE 4: Hospital Retaining Wall – Wicker Street, Ticonderoga, NY

Area: ~1,500 sq ft
Height: ~12’
Width: ~50’
Ground Cover: Gravel surface
Equipment: Ladder access to the top

Cleaning: Low-PSI power wash and scrub using eco-friendly cleaner
Primer: Loxon Exterior Masonry Primer or Zinsser 123 Bullseye Exterior All-Purpose Primer

SITE 5: 116 Montcalm Street, Ticonderoga, NY (Pending)

Wall Elevation: WEST SIDE

Area: ~4,500 sq ft
Height: 55’
Width: ~96’
Ground Cover: Sloping asphalt
Equipment: 65’ articulating boom or larger

Cleaning: Low-PSI power wash using eco-friendly cleaner
Primer: No priming required
Special Notes: Take care around windows

SITE 6: 131 Montcalm Street, Ticonderoga, NY (Pending)

Wall Elevation: Portion of WEST & NORTH SIDES

Area: ~1,400 sq ft
Height: ~23’
Equipment: 45’ articulating boom or larger

Cleaning: Low-PSI power wash using eco-friendly cleaner
Primer: Loxon Exterior Masonry Primer or Zinsser 123 Bullseye Exterior All-Purpose Primer

3. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

Proposals must include:

Contractor name, address, and contact information
Proof of insurance
Itemized cost breakdown (materials, labor, equipment)
Identification of sites being bid on
Estimated schedule for completion
Confirmation of ability to meet deadlines

4. SELECTION CRITERIA

Proposals will be evaluated based on:

Cost and completeness of the proposal
Relevant experience with similar projects
Ability to meet required timelines
Compliance with project specifications

ECLB reserves the right to award contracts by individual site or as a bundled package.

5. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Proposals must be submitted electronically or delivered to:

Essex County Land Bank ℅ Nicki teRiele
111 Montcalm Street
Ticonderoga, NY 12883

Electronic Submission: [email protected].

6. RESERVATION OF RIGHTS

The Essex County Land Bank reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive informalities, and select the proposal(s) deemed to be in the best interest of the project.