2024 CAHS Science Labs Specifications.pdf

PROJECT MANUAL

Bids & Permits February 15, 2024

CHEBOYGAN HIGH SCHOOL

SCIENCE LAB RENOVATION PROJECT

PROJECT NO. 23.514

Owner's Representative Cheboygan Public Schools 801 ½ W. Lincoln Cheboygan, MI 49721 phone: 231.627.4422 contact: Steve Fleming- Transportation, Maintenance & Grounds Manager Architecture Cornerstone Architects 122 S. Union Street, Suite 200 Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone TC: 231.947.2177 Phone GR:616.774.0100 fax: 231.933.4310 contact: primary: Andrew Dancer, AIA adancer@cornerstone-arch.com secondary: Tom Nemitz, AIA tnemitz@cornerstone-arch.com

Mechanical / Electrical- Science Room Reno only Nealis Engineering, Inc.

1419 Industry Drive Traverse City, MI 49686 phone: 231.933.0510 Electrical: Jason VanBrocklin jvanbrocklin@nealisengineering.com Mech/Plumb: Doug Radtke dradtke@nealisengineering.com

Cornerstone Architects 23.514 Cheboygan High School

Title Page- Professional Seals

PROFESSIONAL SEALS

Architectural Plumbing/Electrical/Mechanical:

TABLE OF CONTENTS 00.01.10 - 1 of 3

SECTION 00 01 10

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DOCUMENTS -- INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION, BIDDING AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

00 01 01 – Project Title Page

00 01 10 – Table of Contents

00 01 15 – List of Drawings

00 11 13 - Advertisement for Bid

00 21 13 – Instructions to Bidders

00 25 00 – Bid Scope Descriptions

00 41 00 – Bid Form

00 43 00 – Supplements to Bid Form

00 43 10 -- Supplement A- List of Alternates

00 43 23 -- Alternates

00 43 30 – Supplement B - List of Subcontractors

00 45 50 – Statement Regarding Familial Relationship

00 45 51 – Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification

00 52 13 – Agreement

00 72 00 – General Conditions

00 73 00 – Supplementary Conditions

DIVISION 01 -- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 – Summary

01 20 00 – Price and Payment Procedures

01 21 00 – Allowances

01 25 00 -- Substitutions

01 30 00 – Administrative Requirements

01 32 00 – Bonding Requirements

01 40 00 – Quality Requirements

01 42 19 – Reference Standards

01 60 00 – Product Requirements

01 70 00 – Execution Requirements

01 74 19 – Construction Waste Management and Disposal

01 78 00 – Closeout Submittals

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DIVISION 02 – DEMOLITION

02 22 30 – Demolition for Remodeling

02 41 19 – Selective Demolition

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 54 13 – Gypsum Cement Underlayment

03 93 20 – Concrete Repair

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 – Rough Carpentry

06 40 00 – Architectural Woodwork

06 41 19 – Countertops and Sinks

DIVISION 08 – OPENINGS

08 31 13 – Access Doors and Frames

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 65 00 – Resilient Tile Flooring and Base

09 68 00 – Tile Carpeting

09 90 00 – Painting and Coating

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 32 16 – Plastic Laminate-Clad Casework

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 00 00 – Plumbing General Provisions

22 00 10 – Plumbing Equipment and Materials

22 07 19 – Plumbing Piping Insulation

22 10 05 – Plumbing Piping

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 00 00 – Electrical General Provisions

26 00 10 – Electrical Equipment and Materials

26 05 05 – Electrical Demolition

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26 05 26 – Groundings and Bonding for Electrical Systems

26 05 33.23 – Surface Raceways for Electrical Systems

26 24 16 – Panelboards

26 27 26 – Wiring Devices

26 60 50 – Telephone, Television and Data Systems’ Raceways

END OF SECTION 00 01 10

LIST OF DRAWINGS 00.01.15 - 1 of 1

SECTION 00 01 15

LIST OF DRAWINGS

REFERENCE

ATS SHEET INDEX, LOCATION MAP and CODE INFORMATION

FS-1 FIRE STOP DETAILS

FS-2 FIRE STOP DETAILS

FS-3 FIRE STOP DETAILS

CODE

ADA BARRIER-FREE DETAILS

ARCHITECTURAL DEMOLITION

D100 DEMOLITION FLOOR PLAN

ARCHITECTURAL

A101 FIRST FLOOR PLAN

A140 FINISH PLAN & SCHEDULE

A300 INTERIOR ELEVATIONS

A301 INTERIOR ELEVATIONS

A600 MILLWORK DETAILS

PLUMBING

PD101 PLUMBING DEMO FIRST FLOOR PLANS

P101 PLUMBING FIRST FLOOR PLANS

ELECTRICAL

E000 ELECTRICAL SCHEDULES & DETAILS

ED101 ELECTRICAL DEMO FIRST FLOOR PLANS

E101 ELECTRICAL FIRST FLOOR PLANS

E200 ELECTRICAL SCHEDULES & DETAILS

END OF SECTION 00 01 15

ADVERTISEMENT for BID 00.11.13 - Page 1 of 3

00 11 13 ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Cheboygan High School- Science Room Renovation

FROM:

The Owner: The Architect:

Cheboygan Public Schools Cornerstone Architects 801 ½ W. Lincoln 122 S. Union Street, Suite 200 Cheboygan, MI 49721 Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: 231.627.4422 Phone: 231.947.2177 Contact Person: Steve Fleming Contact:

flemings@chebschools.com Primary: Andrew Dancer, AIA adancer@cornerstone-arch.com

Secondary: Tom Nemitz, AIA, Principal tnemitz@cornerstone-arch.com

Advertisement Date: Wednesday February 14, 2024

TO: POTENTIAL BIDDERS

The Owner will receive sealed bids for a Multiple Prime, Stipulated Sum Contract for Science Room Renovations located at Cheboygan High School, 801 W. Lincoln, Cheboygan, MI 49721.

BID DUE DATE, TIME AND DELIVERY METHOD:

Bids are due Friday March 1, 2024 at or before 3:00pm Bids are to be submitted IN HARDCOPY by mail or hand delivered to:

Board of Education Office, 7461 N. Straits Hwy, Cheboygan, MI 49721 Mark outside of envelope with “Cheboygan HS – Science Lab Renovation”

Proposals will be opened publicly at the Board of Education Office shortly after the due date and time.

Project Description:

The scope of the work includes but is not limited to:

Interior Improvements to Science Classrooms: Renovation of three (3) existing science classrooms.

Demolition or partial removal of existing base cabinetry, lab stations, teacher stations, white boards and display cubbies where indicated with associated plumbing and electrical work. Existing tall storage cabinets and upper wall cabinetry to remain where indicated or be removed/salvaged for reinstall or provided to owner as indicated. Flooring to be partially replaced in two (2) classrooms and all new flooring in one (1) classroom. Provide and install new cabinetry with associated electrical work for lab stations (includes sinks) and teacher stations and as indicated. New electrical panel at one (1) classrooms. Demo and patch/repair of existing floor slab for new plumbing and electrical locations in classrooms as indicated. Interior finishes include prep/repair of wall surfaces for new paint finish where mailto:tnemitz@cornerstone-arch.com

ADVERTISEMENT for BID 00.11.13 - Page 2 of 3 indicated and flooring as indicated. Provide new ADA Door Hardware at two (2) locations as indicated on drawings. Asbestos testing and remediation by owner. New loose furnishings and new white boards by owner. Provide Add Alternate for asbestos abatement in Physics 401 Storage Closet as indicated on drawings.

No exterior work.

All work and general conditions related to each bid category must be billed separately by the contractor. See Section 00 25 00 Bid Scope Descriptions.

Schedule:

Bid Documents Available: Thursday February 15, 2024 Mandatory Pre-Bid Walk-Thru: Thursday February 22, 2024 at 3pm.

Questions & Substitutions Due: Friday February 23, 2024 at 3pm.

Responses / Addenda Due: Tuesday February 27, 2024 at 3pm.

Bids Due: Friday March 1, 2024 by 3:00pm Cheboygan PS Board Approval: March 2024 Substantial completion: August 23, 2024, prior to fall 2024 semester.

Bidding Documents:

Requirements, drawings and specifications for submissions are available on/at or through:

The State of Michigan – SIGMA website - https://sigma.michigan.gov

Builders Exchange of Northwest Michigan, and Marquette Builders Exchange

Bid sets may be purchased from Traverse Reproduction / 1373 Barlow Rd / Traverse City, MI 49686 at the bidders’ expense.

The proposals shall be submitted on Proposal Forms furnished by the Architect as part of the Contract Documents, and shall be completely executed in strict accordance with the Plans and Specifications.

Telegraphic or telephonic bids will NOT be received, accepted or read.

Pre-Bid Meeting:

A Pre-Bid Conference will be held at 3:00pm local time, Thursday February 22, 2024 at the site. Meet outside the entrance to the Main Office of the High School. Attendance is mandatory. Supplemental conferences will not be held.

It is expected all bidders will be familiar with the site, project and existing conditions at the time their bid is submitted.

SITE VISITS:

SITE VISITS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. DO NOT CONTACT OR SHOW UP AT THE SCHOOL

DIRECTLY. CONTRACTORS SHOULD CONDUCT ALL SITE INVESTIGATION AND REVIEW AT

THE MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE.

Bidding:

Bidders are required to provide Bid security in the form of a Bid Bond of a sum no less than 5 percent of the Bid Amount.

Refer to other bidding requirements described in Document 00 21 13 - Instructions to Bidders.

https://sigma.michigan.gov/

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Submit your offer on the Bid Form provided – Document 00 41 00 – Bid Form. Bidders may supplement this form as appropriate.

Bids shall be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the Owner or any employee of the bidder and any Cheboygan Public School administration personnel.

Use the Form provided as Section 00 45 50 – Statement Regarding Familial Relationship.

Bids shall be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement certifying bidder and subcontractors to this bidder are not Iran-linked business.

Use the Form provided as Section 00 45 51 – Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification.

Your offer will be required to be submitted under a condition of irrevocability for a period of 60 days after submission.

The Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all offers, waive irregularities, and to accept the bid that in their opinion is in the best interest of the school district.

For: Cheboygan Public Schools Date of Advertisement: February 14, 2024

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SECTION 00 21 13

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

A. Project: Cheboygan High School- Science Room Renovation 801 W. Lincoln, Cheboygan, MI 49721

B. Owner: Cheboygan Public Schools

C. Owner’s Steve Fleming, Transportation, Maintenance &Grounds Maintenance Manager (PM): 801 ½ W. Lincoln Cheboygan, Michigan 49721 flemings@chebschools.com 231.627.4422

D. Architect: primary: Andrew Dancer, AIA Representative: secondary: Tom Nemitz, AIA Cornerstone Architects 122 S. Union, Suite. 200 Traverse City, MI 49684 adancer@cornerstone-arch.com tnemitz@cornerstone-arch.com 231.947.2177

1.2 SUMMARY OF WORK

A. The Work of the Project is defined by the Contract Documents and includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Provide all work, permits and coordinate inspections, testing and start-up necessary for a complete and operational facility. Work of this proposed Contract comprises renovation and demolition, including general construction, mechanical, and electrical work.

B. Type of Contract

1. Project will be constructed under multiple prime contracts.

2. The Contract form of agreement between the Owner and Contractor shall be:

according to AIA document A104-2017. (Standard Abbreviated Form of Agreement Between the Owner and Contractor)

1.3 QUALITY CONTROL

A. The Contractor shall maintain continuously, a competent superintendent, satisfactory to the Owner, with authority to act for him in all matters pertaining to the work.

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1.4 PROCUREMENT OF DOCUMENTS

A. Bid documents are available in PDF format on/at or through:

• The State of Michigan – SIGMA website - https://sigma.michigan.gov

• Builders Exchange of Northwest Michigan / 1373 Barlow Street / Traverse City / MI.

• Marquette Builders Exchange / 1229 W. Washington St, Ste. 3 / Marquette / MI.

• Bid sets may be purchased from Traverse Reproduction / 1373 Barlow Rd / Traverse City, MI 49686 at the bidders’ expense.

B. Bid Documents are made available only for the purpose of obtaining offers for this project.

Their use does not grant a license for other purposes. Only full sets of Bid Documents will be provided. Partial distribution of the Bid Documents to bidding parties is not permitted.

C. Upon receipt of Bid Documents verify that documents are complete. Notify Architect should the documents be incomplete.

D. Immediately notify Architect upon finding discrepancies or omissions in the Bid Documents.

1.5 INQUIRIES/ADDENDA

A. Direct questions to Cornerstone Architects, email adancer@cornerstone-arch.com

B. Addenda will only be issued to General Contractors who are plan holders.

C. Addenda may be issued via email during the bidding period.

1. Provide your email contact information to Architect's office upon receiving Bid Documents.

D. All Addenda become part of the Contract Documents. Include resultant costs in the Bid Amount.

E. Verbal answers are not binding on any party.

F. Clarifications requested by bidders must be in writing not less than four (4) days before date set for receipt of bids. The reply will be in the form of an Addendum, a copy will be forwarded to known recipients via email.

1.6 PRODUCT/ASSEMBLY/SYSTEM SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Where the Bid Documents stipulates a particular product, substitutions will be considered up to (4) days before receipt of bids.

B. When a request to substitute a product is made, Architect may approve the substitution and will issue an Addendum to known bidders.

C. The submission shall provide sufficient information to determine acceptability of such products.

D. Provide complete information on required revisions to other work to accommodate each proposed substitution.

E. Provide products as specified unless substitutions are submitted in this manner and accepted.

F. See Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements for additional requirements.

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SITE ASSESSMENT

1.7 SITE EXAMINATION

A. SITE VISITS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. DO NOT CONTACT OR SHOW UP AT THE

SCHOOL DIRECTLY. CONTRACTORS SHOULD CONDUCT ALL SITE INVESTIGATION AND

REVIEW AT THE MANDATORY PRE-BID CONFERENCE.

1.8 PRE-BID MEETING

A. A Pre-Bid Conference will be held at 3:00pm local time, Thursday February 22, 2024 at the site. Meet outside the entrance to the Main Office of the High School. Attendance is mandatory. Supplemental conferences will not be held.

It is expected all bidders will be familiar with the site, project and existing conditions at the time their bid is submitted.

B. Representatives of Architect will be in attendance.

C Information relevant to the Bid Documents will be recorded in an Addendum, issued to Bid Document recipients.

1.9 SCHEDULE

A. It is the intent of the Owner to award a contract within thirty (30) days after opening bids.

B. A complete list of all subcontractors, material and equipment suppliers shall be furnished to the Owner’s PM by the apparent low bidder within 24 hours after bid opening.

C. The successful bidder is to prepare a Preliminary Construction Schedule for review with the Owner within three (3) calendar days of the bid opening.

D. Cheboygan PS Board Approval: March 2024.

E. Start date: June, 2024. To be mutually arranged and agreed upon with Owner.

Work to be coordinated with asbestos abatement work contracted directly By Owner. Work to begin once school is released for summer vacation. Contractor is to have all materials, equipment, labor etc. ready prior to starting the work, Construction duration is to be kept to a minimum and completed prior to when school resumes for the fall 2022 semester.

F. Substantial Completion Date: August 23, 2024, prior to fall 2024 semester.

G. Contractor to coordinate schedule of work with Owner’s PM. Contractor shall not begin work prior to receiving proper authorization from Owner’s PM.

1.8 BID RECEIPT

A. Bid proposals must be received by Friday March 1, 2024 at or before 3:00pm

Bids are to be submitted IN HARDCOPY by mail or hand delivered to:

Board of Education Office, 7461 N. Straits Hwy, Cheboygan, MI 49721 Mark outside of envelope with “Cheboygan HS – Science Room Renovation”

Proposals will be opened publicly at the Board of Education Office shortly after the due date and time.

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1.9 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Noise, Vibration, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, odors, or other disruption to Owner occupancy with Owner.

B. Non-Smoking Campus: Smoking or tobacco use of any kind is prohibited in the buildings and on the grounds of any Cheboygan PS facility.

D. Parking: Contractor vehicles must be parked in legal parking areas or will be subject to towing, unless specific consent has been given by the Owner for purposes of loading or unloading tools, equipment, materials, etc. Parking of vehicles on sidewalks, landscape or other areas is prohibited.

E. Trash disposal: Contractor is responsible for the removal of all trash, debris, excess material, etc. The use of Cheboygan HS’ dumpsters is not permitted.

1. Failure to abide by this may render Contractor subject to back charges.

F. Use of Cheboygan PS’ owned equipment, lifts, ladders, tools, custodial equipment or supplies, etc is specifically prohibited. Contractor shall supply all necessary tools, equipment and materials necessary to complete the work.

1.10 ACCESS TO SITE

A. Use of Site: Limit use of Project site to areas within the Contract limits. Do not disturb portions of site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated. Contractor to protect all adjacent building materials, surfaces, Owner’s furnishings, etc and is responsible for any repair/restoration/replacement required as a result of any damage caused by the contractor’s operations.

B. Area of Work: Contractor must keep the area of work reasonably presentable and clean throughout the duration of the work.

C. Security: Contractor is responsible for barricades, signage, etc necessary to secure the area of work during construction.

D. Driveways, Walkways, Entrances, Doors: Keep all means of access and egress serving premises clear and available to Owner, Owner's staff, students, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Do not restrict, close or obstruct access to premises unless given specific written permission from the Owner’s PM.

E. Deliveries: Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances by construction operations and to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

F. Storage: Staging of contractor equipment, materials, tools or other project related items in data closets, janitorial closets, penthouses, tunnels or areas other than those specifically directed by the Owner is prohibited. Contractor shall safeguard their materials, tools, equipment. Cheboygan PS is not responsible for vandalism and/or theft of same.

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1.11 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS

A. Owner Occupancy: Owner will occupy the premises during entire construction period, including the areas under construction.

B. Cooperate with Owner during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Owner usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Owner's operations.

C. Provide not less than 72 hours’ notice to Owner’s Representative of activities that will affect Owner's operations or building occupants, including but not limited to utility interruptions, odor, noise, vibration.

1.12 PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. Cleaning: Contractor is responsible for final cleaning of work area. No dust, debris, trash, excess materials etc. may be left behind.

1. Failure to properly clean work area may result in the contractor being back charged for the use of Cheboygan PS’ custodial staff.

B. As-built Record Drawing(s): Provide Owner with record documents of installation including but not limited to:

1. Detailed layout drawings of system showing piping and device locations.

2. Wiring and control diagrams.

3. Other requirements as noted in other specification sections.

C. Warranties: Provide one (1) year warranty on all materials and labor. Provide additional warranty information for all products, systems, materials, equipment, etc

D. Operation & Maintenance Data: Refer to system specification section(s).

E. Certified Payroll: Submit with each invoice for the work.

F. Final payment will not be made until all closeout documents have been received, punch list items are complete and the work area is clean and the Owner’s PM has approved the work.

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PART 2 – MATERIALS

2.1 OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and specifications purchased by Bidders for bidding remain property of the

Bidders and shall not be sent to the Owner or Architect for a refund of the “Cost to Purchase.”

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS AND SITE

A. It is the Bidder's responsibility to study the drawings and specifications, visit the construction site and examine existing conditions to correlate site observations with requirements of the Contract Documents.

B. All site investigation to be conducted during mandatory pre-bid conference. No additional site visits will be scheduled.

C. No "EXTRA" payment or allowance will be made to cover obvious discrepancies or changes required due to existing site conditions not visually determined and addressed in writing to the Owner before bid opening, or by reason of any error or oversight on the Contractor's part.

D. Drawings shall not be scaled by Bidders for the purpose of bidding. Information required for bidding shall be obtained by using the indicated dimensions of each plan, elevation, section or detail. All discrepancies noted by the Bidders shall be immediately brought to the Owner’s attention.

3.2 INTERPRETATIONS AND CORRECTIONS OF DOCUMENTS

A. Written requests must be submitted to the Owner’s PM a minimum of four (4) days before receipt of bids for clarification or interpretation of errors, inconsistencies or ambiguities found in contract documents.

B. An addendum will be issued to Bidders to clarify the subject or request a minimum of two

(2) days before receipt of bids; the addendum will become part of the Contract Documents.

C. Only interpretations, corrections or changes made by addendum will be binding.

3.3 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. To obtain approval to use unspecified products, Bidders shall submit a written request to the Architect a minimum four (4) days before receipt of bids. Requests received after this time will not be considered.

See 01 60 00 Product Requirements for Substitution Request Form

B. Submit, with the request, all-necessary samples and substantiating data to prove equal quality and performance to the product originally specified.

C. If proposed product is accepted, an addendum will be issued to Bidders a minimum three

(3) days before receipt of bids and will become part of the Contract Documents.

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D. Only substitutions accepted by addendum are binding.

E. No substitutions will be allowed after receipt of bids.

3.4 CODES, ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS

A. Furnish and install all labor and material according to latest codes, ordinances and regulations for all governing bodies having project jurisdiction.

B. The quality of labor and material shall be as required by drawings and specifications except when exceeded by local codes, ordinances, or regulations.

C. Contracts for work under this bid will require the Contractor and subcontractors to maintain policies of employment and to pay wage rates as described in the General Conditions and/or this Section.

3.5 BASIS OF BID

A. SECTION 1.2 SUMMARY OF WORK describes the basis of bids.

B. A Stipulated Sum bid is to be provided.

C. The Bidder shall include all unit cost items and allowances included in the Proposal

Form. Bids, which are incomplete, conditional, obscure or which contain additions not asked for will be subject to rejection.

3.6 PREPARATION AND SUBMITTAL OF BID

A. Bids are due no later than and will be publicly opened and read at the time, date and location noted in Section 1.8 A. BID RECEIPT.

B. The Bidder shall fill in all blanks by typing or lettering in ink. Sums are to be given both numerically and written, with the amount written in words to govern in case of discrepancy. Bid shall give legal name of Bidder and shall be signed by a person legally authorized to bind the Bidder to a contract.

C. All addenda received by the Bidder shall be acknowledged by placing all identifying addendum numbers and dates on bid proposal form.

D. The Bid Form shall be submitted in HARDCOPY format.

E. Required documentation to be submitted with the bid:

1. Signed Bid Form (00 41 00)

2. Signed Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification (00 45 51)

3. Signed Statement Regarding Familial Relationship (00 45 50)

4. Bid bond

To be submitted within 24 hours:

1. Supplements to Bid Form Particulars (00 43 00)

2. List of Subcontractors (00 40 30)

3. Plumbing Equipment and Materials (22 00 10)

4. Electrical Equipment and Materials (26 00 10)

F. Bids may be submitted by mail or hand delivery.

G. Failure to submit the minimum requirements may render the bid unresponsive and may eliminate the bid from consideration for award.

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H. The bidding contractor is solely responsible for the timely delivery of the proposal.

Submissions received after the posted due date and time will be returned unopened. No employee of Cheboygan PS will be held responsible for prematurely opening an incorrectly addressed bid proposal.

I. All program and contract administration costs must be spelled out, including subcontracting, managing, documentation, containment, reporting, installation, delivery, service, maintenance, material and consumables, and replacement costs. Cheboygan PS will not accept hidden costs or fees not otherwise documented.

3.7 BID SECURITY

A. A bid Security is required to accompany each bid in the amount of five percent (5%) of total base bid in the form of a cashier's check or bid bond, made payable to the Owner, and insured by a licensed surety doing business in the State of Michigan.

B. Failure to furnish Bid Bond at time of bid opening will be cause for rejection of bid.

C. Bid Bonds will be returned to unsuccessful Bidders after bid opening. Bond will be returned to successful Bidder after execution of further documents and bonds required by the specifications.

D. Owner reserves the right to retain security of the three lowest Bidders until it has entered into contract with one of the Bidders or until sixty (60) days after bid opening date. If any Bidder refuses to enter into a contract, Owner will retain his bond as liquidated damage.

3.8 BID MODIFICATION AND WITHDRAWAL

A. Bid may NOT be modified, withdrawn, or canceled for sixty (60) days after date of bid opening.

B. Prior to bid date and time, Bidder may modify, cancel, withdraw and/or resubmit their bid in person or by signed, written notice. Notice must be mailed to party receiving bids, in confirming envelope, post-marked before date and time of receipt of bids. Modification of bids may require modification of bid security.

3.9 GUARANTY BONDS AND INSURANCE

A. Refer to Section 007300 Supplementary Conditions for requirements.

3.10 SELECTION OF SUCCESSFUL BIDDER AND CONTRACT AWARD

A. Owner reserves the right to waive bid irregularities and to accept the bid in the Owner's best interest and to award to other than the low bid.

B. Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids where incomplete or irregular, lacking bid bond, data required by bidding documents, or where proposals exceed funds available.

B. The Owner will consider the qualification and experience of the Bidder and the amount of the bid when determining the award of the contract.

C. If requested, the Bidders under consideration for award of contract shall submit a contractor's solvency qualification statement.

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D. Before award of contract, considered Bidder will be notified in writing if the Owner has reasonable objection to a person or entity proposed by Bidder. Bidder may then withdraw bid, or submit substitute person or entity together with adjustment in bid for Owner's acceptance or disqualification. In event of withdrawal by Bidder or disqualification by Owner, bid security will not be forfeited.

E. Sub-contracts, material and equipment contract shall not be awarded until they have been accepted by the Owner.

F. This bid in no manner obligates Cheboygan PS to the eventual contract for any items described, implied, or which may be proposed, until confirmed by written agreement issued by the Purchasing Department and may be terminated by Cheboygan PS without penalty or obligation at any time prior the issuance of an award.

3.11 ADDITIONAL WORK

A. All requests for work that will require additional payment beyond the original scope of work must be submitted to the Owner’s PM prior to execution of the work. Failure to obtain advanced written approval may result in non-payment.

3.12 PREVAILING WAGE REQUIREMENTS-

A. Science Room Renovations is NOT a prevailing wage project.

3.13 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Refer to Section 00 7300 Supplementary Conditions for requirements.

B. Contractor agrees to provide the following minimum insurance coverage:

1. Worker’s compensation insurance at the current statutory limits

2. Employer’s liability insurance, in conjunction with worker’s compensation insurance, for claims for damages because of bodily injury, occupational sickness or disease or death of an employee when worker’s compensation may not be an exclusive remedy, subject to a limit of liability of not less than $1,000,000.

3. Commercial general liability insurance for claims for damages because of bodily injury or death of any person, other than the contractor’s employees, or damage to tangible property of others, including loss of use resulting there form, to the extent that such kinds of liability are not insured by other specific liability insurance and are ordinarily insurable under commercial general liability insurance, subject to bodily injury limits of not less than $1,000,000; personal injury coverage limits of not less than $1,000,000; property damage limits of not less than $1,000,000; and sexual abuse, sexual molestation and sexual misconduct coverage subject to limits of not less than $1,000,000; or combined bodily injury/property damage/sexual abuse, sexual molestation and sexual misconduct of not less than $5,000,000. A combination of primary and/or umbrella/excess policies may be utilized.

4. Contractual liability insurance of not less than $1,000,000 for claims concerning indemnification for errors, omissions or negligent acts in the course of the professional service or other provision within this contract to the extent that such kinds of contractual liability are insurable.

5. Policies must be primary.

6. Contractor must furnish to Cheboygan PS, certificates of insurance evidencing the above coverage. Certificates must be provided before contractor commences contract duties and prior to each policy renewal, or contract duties will not be allowed to commence or continue.

7. Certificates of insurance relating to the policies required under this award must contain the following words: “It is agreed that this insurance will not be canceled, not

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8. Proof of such policies must be provided to the Buyer prior to the commencement of any work.

9. Contractor waives any and all rights of subrogation, with regard to property insurance, against Owner.

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3.14 ADDITIONAL TERMS & CONDITIONS

A. The Contractor, and the agents and employees of the Contractor, in the performance of this agreement, shall act in an independent capacity and not as officers, employees, or agents of Cheboygan PS.

B. Upon request Contractor will provide Cheboygan PS with Material Safety Data Sheets [MSDS] for all chemicals, glues, cleaning solvents, etc. used in the building prior to, during or following the work to be performed.

C. Contractors who must access a confined space or permit-required confined space to fulfill the service they provide to Cheboygan PS must submit a current confined space training program, and/or a permit [for permit-required confined space entry] to the Owner’s Project Manager.

D. Access to confined spaces and permit-required confined spaces will only be given after a notice to enter has been given to the Owner’s Project Manager, and only then after [s]he has confirmed receipt of the contractor's current confined space training program and/or permit.

E. Owner will not pay for any information requested herein, nor is it liable for any costs incurred by the contractor in responding to this request. Submitted proposals will not be returned and may be subject to the Freedom of Information Act.

F. The Contractor agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Cheboygan PS, its officers, agents and employees from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any and all Contractors, subcontractors, material persons, laborers and any other person, firm or corporation furnishing or supplying work, services, materials or supplies in connection with the performance of this contract; from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any person, firm or corporation who may be injured or damaged by the Contractor in the performance of this agreement; or from any misrepresentation or breach of warranty by the Contractor.

G. The contractor shall be responsible for maintaining satisfactory standards of employees' competency, conduct, courtesy, language, appearance, honesty, and integrity, and shall be responsible for taking such disciplinary action with respect to any employee, as may be necessary. Cheboygan PS may request the contractor to immediately remove from this assignment any employee found unfit to perform duties due to one or more of the following reasons:

1. Neglect of duty

2. Disorderly conduct, use of abusive or offensive language, quarreling, intimidation by words or actions or fighting

3. Theft, vandalism, immoral conduct or any other criminal action

4. Selling, consuming, possessing, or being under the influence of intoxicants, including alcohol, or illegal substances while on assignment for Cheboygan PS.

H. The Contractor shall be responsible to Cheboygan PS for the acts and omissions of all his/her employees and all Subcontractors, their agents and employees, and all other persons performing any of the work under a contract with the Contractor.

I. Cheboygan PS shall have the right to terminate the award with the Contractor without penalty pursuant to thirty (30) days written notice of termination to the Contractor under the following circumstances:

1. Default of Contractor - It shall be considered a default whenever the Contractor shall:

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a. Disregard or violate the material provisions of the contract documents or College instructions; violate applicable law, regulation or guidance of any governmental authority; present an unreasonable risk of personal injury or property damage; or failure to execute the work according to the agreed schedule of completion and/or time of completion specified, including extensions thereof or fail to reach agreed upon performance results.

b. Declare bankruptcy, become insolvent, or assign company assets for the benefit of credits.

2. Lack of Funds of Cheboygan PS - Lack of funds shall be construed to mean when Cheboygan PS, in the judgment of its Chief Financial Officer, determines that it cannot continue the funding of its contract services, without undue hardship to Cheboygan PS.

3. Termination of contract services will be rendered if it is construed by Cheboygan PS to be in its best interests for serving the community and its students, faculty, and staff.

Any different or additional terms and conditions contained in the Contractor’s acknowledgement forms or documents furnished by the Contractor are rejected by the Buyer and are not a part of the agreement between the parties.

END OF SECTION 00 21 13

Bid Scope Descriptions 00.25.00 - 1 of 3

SECTION 00 25 00

BID SCOPE DESCRIPTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 This section describes work included under each contract. The intent of this section is to apportion the work, and that the sum of the work described in the scope descriptions is the complete facility, with complete and operating systems.

1.2 Bidders shall study all bid descriptions to become familiar with interface and coordination requirements, to accommodate the intent of the scope of work.

1.3 Each Contractor will be responsible for the layout and accomplishment of his work to the grades, dimensions, elevations, and tolerances set forth in the contract documents, and in coordinating the same with other Contractors.

1.4 Checking layout, tolerances etc. or any assistance provided by the other Contractors shall in no way be construed to relieve the Contractor from their responsibility.

1.5 The Contractor shall provide and pay for survey and layout work required for the execution of the project. Survey work required shall be performed by a registered land surveyor, acceptable to the Contractor.

1.6 A suitable Construction Management method and/or software will be used throughout the construction phase, for drawings, specifications, project scheduling, punchlists, etc. Each Contractor will be responsible for using the same method or software applications provided by the General Contractor to communicate throughout the construction phase.

PART 2 - GENERAL SCOPE ITEMS

2.1 All temporary controls, facilities and services provided by the General Contractor are described in section 00 72 00 General Conditions, and each Contractor shall provide all other temporary controls, facilities and services as required for their own use.

2.2 All Warranties and Guaranties shall run directly to the Owner. Start dates of all Warranties and Guaranties shall be the date of Substantial Completion.

2.3 If layout of work is dependent upon the work of others, the Contractor shall verify the layout and report any discrepancies prior to starting work. If the Contractor proceeds with work and the layout is incorrect, the Contractor shall correct work at no cost to the Owner or other Contractors.

2.4 At various places in the Contract Documents, work may be referred to as by General Contractor, general trades or other such statement. Such a comment shall be deemed to refer to the appropriate contract as designated by this section.

2.5 Prior to Substantial Completion of the entire project, each contractor shall completely clean, adjust and maintain their work for final inspection and acceptance by the Owner.

2.6 If a Contractor requires roof penetrations that are not shown on the drawings, then the contractor must retain the services of the Roofing Contractor for the project, at its own expense, to prepare and seal any roof penetrations. The Roofing Contractor shall provide this service, in good faith, and such work shall be covered by the warranty to the owner.

PART 3 - BID PACK

A. One Bid Package will be released with this RFP.

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B. If a contractor elects to bid more than one bid category, then a separate bid form must be submitted for each bid category. Bidders are required to bid an entire category. Bids will only be accepted for complete individual bid categories.

1. All work and general conditions related to each bid category must be billed separately by the contractor.

C. The following is a description of the work for bid categories for this project. All work relative to the bid categories is identified on plans and specifications as prepared by the Architect. Each bid category work description identifies the scope of work to be performed by the bidder.

D. All bidders are responsible for reviewing their bid category work descriptions, the other bid category work descriptions and all contract documents, and should immediately advise the Architect of any conflicts or ambiguities which may affect the bidding and/or execution of this contract work. Each contractor will also be responsible for familiarizing themselves with all bid category work descriptions to they may coordinate their work accordingly. Each bidder will agree to coordinate their work with the work and requirements of any/all subsequent bid package documents.

E. The Bid Category Contractor shall cooperate and coordinate with tother Bid Category contractors for expedient completion of the work of this project.

F. The Bid Category Contractor shall cooperate and coordinate with Contractors directly hired by the Owner which are not included as another Bid Category Contractor.

3.2 BID PACK #1: SCIENCE ROOM RENOVATIONS

A. This package includes:

1. Renovation of three (3) existing science classrooms.

2. Demolition or partial removal of existing base cabinetry, lab stations, teacher stations, white boards and display cubbies where indicated with associated plumbing and electrical work.

3. Existing tall storage cabinets and upper wall cabinetry to remain where indicated or be removed/salvaged for reinstall or provided to owner as indicated.

4. Flooring to be partially replaced in two (2) classrooms and all new flooring in one (1) classroom.

5. Provide and install new cabinetry with associated plumbing and electrical work for lab stations (includes sinks at some locations) and teacher stations and as indicated.

6. New electrical panel at one (1) classroom.

7. Demo and patch/repair of existing floor slab for new plumbing and electrical locations in classrooms as indicated.

8. Interior finishes include prep/repair of wall surfaces for new paint finish where indicated and flooring as indicated.

9. Provide and install new ADA Compliant Door hardware at two (2) locations where indicated.

10. Note: Bidder to provide Add Alternate for asbestos abatement in Physics 401 Storage Closet.

B. DIVISION 2 EXISTING CONDITIONS

1. 02 22 30 Demo for Remodeling

2. 02 41 19 Selective Demolition

C. DIVISION 3 CONCRETE

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1. 03 54 13 Gypsum Cement Underlayment

2. 03 93 20 Concrete Repair

D. DIVISION 06 WOOD

1. 06 10 00 Rough Carpentry

2. 06 40 00 Architectural Woodwork

3. 06 41 19 Countertops and Sinks

E. DIVISION 08 OPENINGS

1. 08 31 13 Access Door and Frames

F. DIVISION 09 FINISHES

1. 09 65 00 Resilient Tile Flooring and Base

2. 09 68 13 Tile Carpeting

3. 09 90 00 Painting and Coating

G. DIVISION 12 FURNISHINGS

1. 12 31 16 Plastic Laminate-Clad Casework

H. DIVISION 22 PLUMBING

1. 22 00 00 Plumbing General Provisions

2. 22 00 10 Plumbing Equipment and Materials

3. 22 07 19 Plumbing Piping Insulation

4. 22 10 05 Plumbing Piping

I. DIVISION 26 ELECTRICAL

1. 26 00 00 Electrical General Provisions

2. 26 00 10 Electrical Equipment and Materials

3. 26 00 50 Basic Materials and Methods

4. 26 05 05 Electrical Demolition

5. 26 05 26 Groundings and Bondings for Electrical Systems

6. 26 05 33.23 Surface Raceways for Electrical Systems

7. 26 09 22 Digital-Network Lighting Controls

8. 26 24 16 Panelboards

9. 26 27 26 Wiring Devices

10. 26 51 00 Interior Lighting

11. 26 60 50 Telephone, Television and Data Systems Raceways

END OF SECTION 00 25 00

Bid Form 00.41.00 - 1 of 2

SECTION 00 41 00

BID FORM

THE PROJECT AND THE PARTIES

TO: Cheboygan Area Schools

FOR: Cheboygan High School Science Lab Renovation

DATE: ______________________ (Bidder to enter date)

SUBMITTED BY: (Bidder to enter name and address)

Bidder's Full Name _____________________________________________________

Address _____________________________________________________

City, State, Zip _____________________________________________________

OFFER

Having examined the Place of The Work and all matters referred to in the Instructions to Bidders and the Contract Documents prepared by the Architect for the above mentioned project, we, the undersigned, hereby offer to enter into a Contract to perform the Work for the Sum of:

_____________________________________________________________________ dollars

($_________________________________), in lawful money of the United States of America.

We have included the required security deposit as required by the Instruction to Bidders.

All applicable federal taxes are included and State of Michigan taxes are included in the Bid Sum.

ACCEPTANCE

This offer shall be open to acceptance and is irrevocable for thirty days from the bid closing date.

If this bid is accepted by Owner within the time period stated above, we will:

Execute the Agreement within seven days of receipt of Notice of Award.

Furnish the required bonds within seven days of receipt of Notice of Award.

Commence work within seven days after written Notice to Proceed of this bid.

If this bid is accepted within the time stated, and we fail to commence the Work or we fail to provide the required Bond(s), the security deposit shall be forfeited as damages to Owner by reason of our failure, limited in amount to the lesser of the face value of the security deposit or the difference between this bid and the bid upon which a Contract is signed.

In the event our bid is not accepted within the time stated above, the required security deposit shall be returned to the undersigned, in accordance with the provisions of the Instructions to Bidders;

unless a mutually satisfactory arrangement is made for its retention and validity for an extended period of time.

CONTRACT TIME

Complete the Work by date established for Substantial Completion in Section 00 73 00 - Supplementary Conditions.

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CHANGES TO THE WORK

Refer to Document 00 73 00 - Supplementary Conditions for net cost plus the percentage fee amount for overhead and profit on additional work and work deleted from the project.

ADDENDA

The following Addenda have been received. The modifications to the Bid Documents noted below have been considered and all costs are included in the Bid Sum.

Addendum # _______ Dated _________. Addendum # _______ Dated _________.

BID FORM SUPPLEMENTS

The following Supplement and names of your Mechanical and Electrical Contractors, are attached to this Bid Form and listed below, and are considered an integral part of this Bid Form and submitted as part of the bid:

Name of Electrical Contractor: __________________________________________________

We agree to submit the following Supplements to Bid Forms within 24 hours after submission of this bid for additional bid information:

Document 00 43 20 - Supplement A – List of Subcontractors: Include the names of all Subcontractors and the portions of the Work they will perform.

BID FORM SIGNATURE(S)

The Corporate Seal of

(Bidder - print the full name of your firm) was hereunto affixed in the presence of:

(Authorized signing officer, Title, Seal)

(Authorized signing officer, Title)

If the Bid is a joint venture or partnership, add additional forms of execution for each member of the joint venture in the appropriate form or forms as above.

END OF SECTION 00 41 00

Supplements to Bid Form 00.43.00 - 1 of 1

SECTION 00 43 00

SUPPLEMENTS TO BID FORM PARTICULARS

TO: Cheboygan Public Schools

Project: Cheboygan High School Science Lab Renovation

Date: ____________________

Submitted by: (Bidder to insert full name and address)

In accordance with Section 00 21 13 - Instructions to Bidders; and Section 00 41 00 - Bid Form, we include the Supplements to Bid Form listed below. The information provided shall be considered an integral part of the Bid Form.

SUPPLEMENTS TO BID FORM

Supplement A – List of Alternates [Document 00 43 10]

Supplement B - List of Subcontractors [Document 00 43 30]

SIGNATURE(S)

The Corporate Seal of

(Bidder please print the full name of your Proprietorship, Partnership, or Corporation) was hereunto affixed in the presence of:

(Authorized signing officer Title) (Seal)

(Authorized signing officer Title) (Seal)

END OF 00 43 00 - SUPPLEMENTS TO BID FORM

Supplement A - List of Alternates 00.43.10 - 1 of 1

SECTION 00 43 10

SUPPLEMENT A - LIST OF ALTERNATES

PARTICULARS

The following is the list of Alternates referenced in the bid submitted by:

(Bidder) __________________________________________________

To: Cheboygan Public Schools

Dated ___________________ and which is an integral part of the Bid Form.

LIST OF ALTERNATES

The following amounts shall be added to or deducted from the Bid Amount.

Refer to Section 00 43 23 - Alternates: Schedule of Alternates.

Bid Pack #1

Add Alternate # 1: Provide asbestos abatement in Physics 401 Storage Closet as indicated on drawings.

(Add) $ ________________________

END OF SECTION 00 43 10

Alternates 00.43.23 - 1 of 1

SECTION 00 43 23

ALTERNATES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Alternate submission procedures.

B. Documentation of changes to Contract Sum and Contract Time.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Document 00 43 10 - Supplement A - Alternates: List of alternates as supplement to Bid Form.

1.3 ACCEPTANCE OF ALTERNATES

A. Alternates quoted on Bid Forms will be reviewed and accepted or rejected at Owner's option.

Accepted alternates will be identified in the Owner-Contractor Agreement.

B. Coordinate related work and modify surrounding work to integrate the Work of each alternate.

1.4 SCHEDULE OF ALTERNATES

A. Bid Pack #1: Alternate Add #1:

1. Title: Asbestos Abatement

2. Description: Provide asbestos abatement in Physics 401 Storage Closet as indicated on drawings.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 - EXECUTION - NOT USED

END OF SECTION 00 43 23

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SECTION 00 43 30

SUPPLEMENT B - LIST OF SUBCONTRACTORS

PARTICULARS

Herewith is the list of Subcontractors referenced in the bid submitted by:

(Bidder) __________________________________________________

To: Cheboygan Area Public Schools

Dated ___________________ and which is an integral part of the Bid Form.

The following work will be performed (or provided) by Subcontractors and coordinated by us:

LIST OF SUBCONTRACTORS

SUBJECT OF WORK SUBCONTRACTOR NAME

END OF 00 43 30 - SUPPLEMENT B

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SECTION 00 45 50

STATEMENT REGARDING FAMILIAL RELATIONSHIP

I am the ________________________________ of _____________________________, a bidder on a (Title) (Company Name) construction project for Cheboygan Public Schools that involves the renovation of a school building.

I have personal knowledge and/or I have personally…