Project Information

Bid Title

Fire Tower Restoration and Protective Recoating Stratham Hill Park

Issuing Agency

Town of Stratham

Location

New Hampshire

Published Date

May 21, 2026

Closing Date

Jun 26, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Description	Opening Date	Closing Date
Fire Tower Restoration and Protective Recoating Stratham Hill Park	May 21, 2026 12:00 PM	June 26, 2026 3:30 PM

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TOWN OF STRATHAM

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

Request for Proposal

RFP # 04-26-01

Stratham Hill Park Fire Tower Restoration and Protective Recoating

Documents Included

Request for Proposal

Project Details

Key Dates

Submitting Requirements

Evaluation Criteria

References

RFP Receipt Acknowledgement

Proposals Due by June 26th, 2026

TOWN OF STRATHAM • DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

70 Bunker Hill Avenue • Stratham, NH 03885 • 603-772-5550

RFP # 04-26-01

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

TOWN OF STRATHAM

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

Stratham Hill Park Fire Tower Restoration and Protective Recoating

The Town of Stratham is requesting proposals from quali�ied contractors for restoration, surface

preparation, and protective recoating work at the Stratham Hill Park Fire Tower, located at 270

Portsmouth Avenue, Stratham, NH 03885. This project is intended to address documented

deterioration at the structure, protect the tower from further corrosion, and extend the useful life of

the facility.

The Town reserves the right to request additional information or clari�ication of any submitted

proposals. Proposals and pricing must remain open for sixty (60) days. This solicitation will become

an addendum to any resultant contract.

The RFP is available on our website at

https://www.strathamnh.gov/departments/administration/bids_rfps_for_sale/index.php

Proposals will be reviewed in accordance with the Evaluation Criteria stated within this RFP. This

RFP supersedes all other proposals, oral and written, and all negotiations, conversations, or

discussions between the Town and any other entity related to the subject matter. The award of the

contract shall be made to the proposer offering the best overall value to the Town of Stratham, as

determined solely by the Town, and shall not necessarily be awarded to the lowest-priced proposal.

The Town reserves the right to consider all factors it deems pertinent to the Town’s interests and to

make an award that, in its judgment, best serves the public good.

Interested �irms should submit �ive (5) paper bound copies of the proposal and one (1) copy of the

sealed bid price with the submission to the following address:

Town of Stratham NH

Attn: Department of Public Works

10 Bunker Hill Avenue

Stratham, NH 03885

They shall also submit an electronic copy of the proposal in PDF format provided via email to

admincoordinator@strathamnh.gov or on a USB jump drive (also known as a thumb drive). The

electronic �ile name should contain the project name and the submitting �irm. The sealed proposal

shall be plainly and clearly marked with the project name and the name of the �irm submitting the

proposal. Interested �irms are encouraged to submit succinct, well-organized proposals where the

requirements of this RFP can be easily identi�ied. Sealed proposals are due by June 26th, 2026, by

3:30 PM, either by mail or personal delivery. Proposals received after that due date and time will

not be considered.

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TOWN OF STRATHAM • DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

70 Bunker Hill Avenue • Stratham, NH 03885 • 603-772-5550

RFP # 04-26-01

PROJECT DETAILS

INTRODUCTION:

The Stratham Hill Park Fire Tower is an approximately 62-foot steel tower structure originally

constructed in 1931 by the N.H. Department of Forests and Lands on property that had been

donated as a community park in 1905. The steel tower, with a public observation platform at the 45'

level has a 10'x10' cab with no catwalk. Staffed by the state until 1976, it is now maintained by the

Town of Stratham. The original wooden cab was burned in 1997 and replaced with a metal cab. The

tower was last painted in 2011.

After a structural walk-through performed in September of 2023, deterioration was identi�ied for

anchor rod nuts, isolated concrete spalling at the east footing, deterioration of the protective coating

system, and corrosion concerns at multiple connection points.

The selected contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, access means,

containment, surface preparation, coatings, cleanup, and related services necessary to complete the

work described herein in a safe manner.

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TOWN OF STRATHAM • DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

70 Bunker Hill Avenue • Stratham, NH 03885 • 603-772-5550

RFP # 04-26-01

SCOPE OF SERVICES

The scope of work generally includes, but is not limited to, the following tasks:

General Construction:

• Provide all labor, materials, tools, lifts, equipment, traf�ic or pedestrian control measures,

fall protection, and supervision necessary to complete the project.

• Perform all work in accordance with any necessary structural assessments that may update

the scope of work to be performed outlined below, as well as applicable manufacturer

requirements, OSHA standards, and state and local codes.

• Replace all anchor bolt nuts and replace anchor bolts where required due to deterioration,

damage, or inability to safely reuse existing rods.

• Repair the concrete spall at the east footing using materials and methods appropriate for

exterior structural concrete repair.

• Prepare the steel tower framing for recoating, with special emphasis on gusset plate

connections and areas of active corrosion.

• Apply a complete protective coating system to the steel tower in accordance with the

coating manufacturer’s recommendations.

• During preparation and recoating, identify any loose bolts, visible section loss, cracked

members, or other deterioration observed in the �ield and notify the Town immediately.

• Protect all existing items not scheduled for work, including signage, antennas, grounds, and

surrounding park features.

• Provide daily cleanup and �inal cleanup of all debris, waste materials, and temporary

protection measures in accordance with all applicable regulations.

• Provide close-out documentation, including product data, warranty information, touch-up

materials if applicable, and a punch list response.

SPECIFIC WORK REQUIREMENTS:

Initial Assessment:

• The contractor shall evaluate current conditions and include any recommendations outside

of the listed scope of work within this RFP in their proposal.

Radio Equipment Coordination

• The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating with all owners of radio, antenna, and

communication equipment attached to the Fire Tower, including but not limited to NHDOS.

The Contractor shall coordinate the temporary removal, protection, storage, and

reinstallation of all equipment as necessary to complete the work. Coordination shall be

performed in a manner that minimizes disruption to communications systems, particularly

dispatch radio operations. All labor, equipment, coordination, and incidental costs

associated with this work shall be included in the proposal.

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TOWN OF STRATHAM • DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

70 Bunker Hill Avenue • Stratham, NH 03885 • 603-772-5550

RFP # 04-26-01

Anchor Assemblies:

• All existing anchor rod nuts shall be removed and replaced. Existing anchor rods may only

be reused where they are determined to be sound and where nut removal does not damage

the rod. Any anchor rod with signi�icant section loss or damage shall be replaced.

Concrete Repair:

• Repair the concrete spall at the east footing. Contractor shall prepare the substrate, remove

unsound material, and restore the footing corner to a durable condition suitable for exterior

exposure.

Surface Preparation:

• Surface preparation is critical to the project. The contractor shall mechanically remove loose

rust, peeling coating, and deteriorated material, especially at gusset connections and

locations where rust is occurring between plates and angles. If needed to achieve proper

preparation in dif�icult-to-access areas, the contractor shall include alternate means such as

localized abrasive blasting or other appropriate methods.

Protective Coating:

• Provide and apply a protective coating system suitable for exterior structural steel exposure.

The proposal shall clearly identify the proposed coating manufacturer, primer, intermediate

and �inish coats, recommended dry �ilm thicknesses, and color selection process.

Observation During Work:

• If additional deterioration is uncovered during the work, including loose bolts, visible

section loss, cracked steel, or other conditions not readily visible during an initial

assessment, the contractor shall document the condition and provide written

recommendations and pricing before performing any extra work.

Site Protection and Public Safety:

• The contractor shall be solely responsible for protection of the public during the work and

shall maintain the site in a safe condition at all times. The Town desires the project to be

completed with minimal disruption to park operations.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:

1. Complete construction of the �ire tower restoration, recoating, and the associated site work.

2. During the course of the work, note any other problem areas that are found and provide

recommendations for repair action and the cost to the Town. The Town will evaluate the

recommendation and cost and determine whether to provide an authorization to proceed

after evaluation of the �irm’s recommendations.

3. Provide construction management services as required during the project.

4. All products used shall comply with applicable laws, codes, standards, and manufacturer

recommendations for their intended use.

5. The contractor shall not paint over required signage. Signage shall be protected in place or

removed and reinstalled after the work is complete.

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 236220Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
• NAICS 238320Painting and Wall Covering Contractors

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