Putney Historical Society

The Putney Historical Society invites General Contractors to bid on construction of the new Putney General Store located at 4 Kimball Hill Road in Putney, VT. The historic former store was destroyed by fire in 2009.

Work includes but is not limited to; limited site work, water and sewer hookup work, asphalt paving, landscaping, concrete work, limited structural steel work, rough and finish carpentry, roof trusses, insulation and weatherization, roofing, new windows, new doors, drywall work, painting, resilient flooring, bath and accessories, plumbing, heating, and electrical work.

This project is funded by Vermont Housing and Conservation Board, Vermont Community Development Program and a Village Revitalization Initiative grant (a partnership of Senator Patrick Leahy and the Preservation Trust of Vermont funded through a special purpose federal grant secured by Senator Leahy). This is an E.E.O. project (Equal Employment Opportunity) project and is subject to Davis-Bacon Wage Guidelines for commercial construction in Windham County, Vermont. Locally-owned, Women-owned, Minority-owned, and Section 3 businesses are encouraged to apply.

Sealed bids will be received until 2:00 P.M., Thursday, August 5, 2010 at the offices of Stevens & Associates in Brattleboro, VT. Bid Documents will be available for pick-up and review on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at Blueprints, Etc. in South Burlington, VT. A non-refundable deposit amount of $100 made out to “Blueprints, Etc.” is required.  Deposit includes regular UPS ground shipping cost.

There will be ONE recommended site visit at 10:00 AM, Monday, July 19, 2010. Subcontractors are encouraged to attend this site visit.

The Contract shall be awarded to one of the three lowest responsible bidders, conforming to the drawings and specifications, with consideration being given to bidder qualifications as outlined in bidding documents. Inquiries and questions can be directed to William Maclay Architects of Waitsfield, VT (chris@maclayarchitects.com).

As part of the ongoing Twilight Music Series organized by Barry Stockwell, well-known folk musician and comedian Cheryl Wheeler filled the house Friday night at the United Church of Putney, along with bluegrass musician Jim Hurst.

This recent article focuses on fundraising, the proprietor search, and a recent, successful Pepsi Challenge grant.
Times Argus article by Susan Smallheer

Immediately after the tragic November 1 fire which destroyed the Putney General Store, the Putney Craft Tour responded with a raffle, donating handcrafted prizes worth over $3K. The drawing was held Friday night at the Putney Community Supper, also hosted by the Craft Tour.
Read the entire post: Craft Tour raffle brings in $6500 for General Store

What’s the status of the arson investigation?
The case is still active, though there’s been no specific update from the Fire Marshall, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms, or the State’s Attorney (who is prosecuting the case)…but that’s not surprising. The investigators are working quietly, behind the scenes, and they can’t share information without jeopardizing the case. The ATF is currently the primary investigatory force. A $15,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for setting the fire (Call 1-800-32-ARSON & reference case #09-D202950).
Read the entire post: G Store FAQs