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Solicitation
Building Envelope Waterproofing and Restoration - Smithsonian National Museum
Agency
Smithsonian Institution
Location
DC - Washington, DC 20560
Posted
Apr 8, 2026
Due
May 20, 2026(38 days left)
Estimated value
$2,100,000
NAICS
238390
Plain-English summary
Smithsonian needs waterproofing/restoration contractor for National Museum of American History. Historic limestone facade, below-grade membrane, copper flashing. Historic preservation standards.
Who it may fit
Historic building restoration contractors
Waterproofing companies
Masonry and facade contractors
Requirements signals
- Secretary of Interior historic preservation standards
- Limestone facade experience
- Below-grade waterproofing membrane
- National Mall location - public safety requirements
Caution flags
- Full and open competition
- Historic building restrictions on materials and methods
- High-profile public location
- Complex coordination with museum operations