Normal Hall at Olin Park Rehabilitation
July 13, 2026 Update
Quarter 3 2026 Update
Advertisement of Bid for Normal Hall Roof Replacement was released on Friday, July 10, 2026. RFB-15026-0-2026-0-2026/ARH is available only on VendorNet and Euna OpenBids (Demand Star) with construction to begin this fall 2026.
Engineering is also set to release for bid a wood floor removal project this July. This work will allow assessment of existing framing members. Construction for this will begin once the new roof replacement is complete.
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Project Information
Project Overview
The scope of work for the Normal Hall at Olin Park Rehabilitation project includes, but is not limited to, the repair or replacement of deteriorated exterior wood in kind, painting, door repairs, and replacement of the wood joist floor with concrete flooring.
Project Schedule
City User Agency: City of Madison Parks
Planning and Design: In progress Quarter 1 2026
Construction and Bid Doc Preparation: Quarter 2 2026
1st Advertisement of Bid for Normal Hall Roof Replacement: July 10, 2026, RFB-15026-0-2026-0-2026/ARH is available only on VendorNet and Euna OpenBids (Demand Star)
Contractor's Pre-Bid Site Visit for Normal Hall Roof Replacement: Wed. July 22, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m. at the project site, 1156 Olin-Turville Court, Madison, WI
Bid Due Date for Normal Hall Roof Replacement: Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
Construction Start Date for Normal Hall Roof Replacement: October 1, 2026
Expected Completion Date for Normal Hall Roof Replacement: October 30, 2026
"All information regarding dates/times/locations are informational and should be verified with official bidding documents."
Public Involvement
There are a number of points of contact during this project where the public is encouraged to give feedback as part of public information meetings and public hearings. Dates, times and locations will be indicated below as this project progresses.
Public Information Meetings
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 5:30 pm via Zoom
Prior registration is required. Olin Park Pavilion - Normal Hall- Rehabilitation 3/4/2026 PIM
Project Updates
July 13, 2026 Update
Quarter 3 2026 Update
Advertisement of Bid for Normal Hall Roof Replacement was released on Friday, July 10, 2026. RFB-15026-0-2026-0-2026/ARH is available only on VendorNet and Euna OpenBids (Demand Star) with construction to begin this fall 2026.
Engineering is also set to release for bid a wood floor removal project this July. This work will allow assessment of existing framing members. Construction for this will begin once the new roof replacement is complete.
April 9, 2026 Update
Quarter 2 2026 Update
The rehabilitation project has been placed on hold.
Due to an active roof leak, Engineering will bid a roof replacement project for construction during the fall of 2026. This roof replacement scope was originally part of the rehabilitation project.
Engineering may also bid a floor removal project to occur during the fall of 2026 to allow assessment of the existing framing members.
February 12, 2026 Update
You're invited to a public meeting for the Olin Park Pavilion - Normal Hall - Rehabilitation project!
Parks and City Engineering staff will hold a virtual public meeting on Wednesday, March 4 @ 5:30 pm. They will provide information on the planned rehabilitation work for the Olin Park Pavilion – Normal Hall. The historic facility requires interior and exterior repairs, and we look forward to sharing further details on the efforts to preserve this landmark asset.
Please register for the meeting here: Olin Park Pavilion - Normal Hall- Rehabilitation PIM
For additional information see Madison Parks, for more information on this co-led project.