Selection Procedures
Selection: All proposals will be reviewed by a selection pane that
includes: the area manager where the property is located, the DNR regional
engineer, a representative of the Maryland Historical Trust, and the Manager of
Curatorships and Cultural Resources. Their selection will be referred to the
Board of Public Works (Governor, State Comptroller, and State Treasurer) for
final approval.
Selection Criteria: The review panel’s selection will be made after
carefully assessing and ranking each applicant’s proposal, based on the
following criteria:
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Detailed written description of the planned renovations and the cost estimate (Schedule of Restoration).
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Financial ability to complete the proposed work.
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Experience of the curator(s) or their contractor with historic preservation, as detailed in the resume.
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The appropriateness of the restoration plan and its adherence to historic preservation standards.
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How well the proposal or the proposed use of the facility fits into the mission of the park and of DNR.
The review panel reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, require an in-person interview, as well as the option to enter into further negotiations with any one, or several parties.
General Curatorship Stipulations (advisory only).
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The exterior appearance of the building must remain substantially the same.
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All exterior and interiors alterations require the prior approval of the Department.
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Removal of or significant alterations to the building interior are to be approved by the Department.
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All work must comply with current standard building codes.
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All improvements become the property of the State of Maryland.
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The property may not be subleased or transferred to heirs.
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Curators must adhere to the Secretary of the Interiors Standards for preservation as interpreted by the Department.
