M Ramseur & Associates, PLLC submitted a proposal for the  Shaw University - Leonard Hall, Tyler Hall, and Estey Hall Rehabilitation Projects and Historic Structure Reports RFPs.

We are always looking to have a presence on college campuses, especially prominent HBCUs such as Shaw University (SU). This RFP gave us an opportunity to work with legendary Historic Buildings, which played a large role in the prominence Shaw had in the past and has today in the collegiate world and the local Raleigh community. Details below on the RFP and the outcome.

Occupancy Classification: Business (Educational occupancies for students above the 12th grade; Section 304.1 of the 2018 NCSBC:BC))

Contact: Vice President for Real Estate & Strategic Development Kevin Sullivan

Prime : M Ramseur & Associates, PLLC (Architect of Record)

Lyon Design & Consulting (Local Project Architect)

Sub-Consultants:

Felzer Consulting (Architectural Historian)

Optima Engineering (MEP/FP)

Lynch Mykins Structural Engineers, PC (Structural)

Project Address: Shaw University, 118 E South St, Raleigh, NC 27601

Project Scope: 

Leonard Hall

Shaw University is seeking professional assistance to support its proper administration and undertaking of the NPS grant (Project), as follows: · The preparation of a Historic Structures Report (HSR) for Leonard Hall which will be prepared consistent with the National Park Service Preservation Brief No. 43, Preparation and Use of Historic Structures Reports (2005). The HSR shall include at a minimum: measured as-found drawings, including floor plans of all levels and exterior elevation drawings; catalog of historic character defining-features and their condition; fully researched history of the property; comprehensive photographic documentation; and recommendations for appropriate future uses. · The following professional service tasks related to the known building issues, to include: o Preparing all architectural Projects and specifications needed for permitting, if any, and for the Section 106 review process with the NPS. 3 o Assisting on solicitation and vetting of all qualified contractors to undertake the work. o Advising on historic renovation and repair, and verifying all work completion per specifications. o Inspecting all of the construction work to confirm it meets the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation. o Assisting with preparing all required grant documentation and providing help with answering any inquiries related to the NPS Section 106 Review as well as the NC State Historic Preservation Office. o Assistance with documenting all work completed under the grant.

 

Tyler Hall

Shaw University is seeking professional assistance to support its proper administration and undertaking of the NPS grant (Project), as follows: · The preparation of a Historic Structures Report (HSR) for Tyler Hall which will be prepared consistent with the National Park Service Preservation Brief No. 43, Preparation and Use of Historic Structures Reports (2005). The HSR shall include at a minimum: measured as-found drawings, including floor plans of all levels and exterior elevation drawings; catalog of historic character defining-features and their condition; fully researched history of the property; comprehensive photographic documentation; and recommendations for appropriate future uses. · The following professional service tasks related to the known building issues, to include: o Preparing all architectural Projects and specifications needed for permitting, if any, and for the Section 106 review process with the NPS. 3 o Assisting on solicitation and vetting of all qualified contractors to undertake the work. o Advising on historic renovation and repair, and verifying all work completion per specifications. o Inspecting all of the construction work to confirm it meets the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation. o Assisting with preparing all required grant documentation and providing help with answering any inquiries related to the NPS Section 106 Review as well as the NC State Historic Preservation Office. o Assistance with documenting all work completed under the grant.

 

Estey Hall

Shaw University is seeking professional assistance to support its proper administration and undertaking of the NPS grant (Project), as follows: · The preparation of a Historic Structures Report (HSR) for Estey Hall which will be prepared consistent with the National Park Service Preservation Brief No. 43, Preparation and Use of Historic Structures Reports (2005). The HSR shall include at a minimum: measured as-found drawings, including floor plans of all levels and exterior elevation drawings; catalog of historic character defining-features and their condition; fully researched history of the property; comprehensive photographic documentation; and recommendations for appropriate future uses.

 

Project Budget: $500K/ea (Leonard Hall and Tyler Hall)

Project Schedule: Leonard Hall and Tyler Hall (Fall/Winter 2023) - Estey Hall (Summer 2023)

Shortlisted: Yes

Result: Shaw University selected M Ramseur & Associates, PLLC for the Leonard Hall and Tyler Hall projects to provide professional assistance to support its proper administration and undertaking of the NPS (National Park Service) grant for both university halls. (Estey Hall has yet to be determined).