REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

CONCRETE/SIDEWALKS

April 22, 2026

Prepared by:

Cadillac Area Public Schools

400 Linden St

Cadillac, MI 49601

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL - CONCRETE/SIDEWALKS

Overview

Cadillac Area Public Schools (the “District”) is seeking proposals from a contractor (each a “Bidder’) for concrete and sidewalk removal and repair at Mackinaw Trail Middle School, 8401 S Mackinaw Trail Cadillac, MI 49601 and Cadillac High School, 500 Chestnut Street Cadillac, MI 49601.

Specifications

Refer to Appendix A - Project Specifications.

Additional Information

Non-Mandatory Walk-Throughs Walk-throughs can be scheduled with Lindsey Akom via email, lindsey.akom@cadillacschools.org and are recommended.

Desired Installation Time-Line The work shall be completed by August 21, 2026

Proposal Timeline

1. RFP released on April 22, 2026.

2. Non-mandatory walk-throughs can happen between April 27, 2026 and May 1, 2026. Please schedule with Lindsey Akom via email lindsey.akom@cadillacschools.org.

3. Proposals are due on May 6, 2026 at 2:00 pm. Bids are to be submitted via mail to: Cadillac Area

Public Schools, Attn: Doug Sprik, 400 Linden St, Cadillac, MI 49601 with a subject line of “Concrete/Sidewalks”.

4. Post bid interviews to be conducted between May 7 and May 11 2026.

5. The CAPS Board of Education will tentatively take action on the lowest qualified bidder at the June board meeting. The District will issue a notice to proceed to the awarded bidder after board approval.

6. This project needs to be completed by August 21, 2026 but CAPS will consider a phased approach over two summers.

Proposal Requirements

1. Proposals shall be prepared in compliance with the provisions of this RFP. All provisions and specifications are in Appendix A. Failure to comply may result in the disqualification of the proposal.

2. Interested Bidders are strongly encouraged to submit an intent to respond to Lindsey Akom via lindsey.akom@cadillacschools.org to ensure that the Bidder receives all addenda or communications regarding this RFP.

3. Late Proposals will not be accepted.

4. Each Bidder, before submitting a proposal, shall, if it is uncertain of the conditions, requirements, and/or obstacles that might impact the provision of the project, request further information. Failure to make such inquiry or receive an answer shall not relieve the selected Bidder from the obligation to comply, in every detail, with all provisions and requirements of the RFP nor shall it be a basis for any claim whatsoever for alteration in any term or payment required by the eventual contract between the selected Bidder and the District (the “Contract”).

5. If a Bidder discovers any ambiguity, conflict, discrepancy, omission or other error in the RFP, they shall immediately notify the District of such error in writing and request modification or clarification of the document. Modifications will be made by issuing a revision and will be given by written notice to all parties who have submitted an intent to respond. The Bidder is responsible for clarifying any ambiguity, conflict, discrepancy, omission or other error in the RFP prior to submitting the proposal or it shall be deemed waived.

6. All proposals and any accompanying documents become the property of the District and will not be returned.

7. The District reserves the right to waive irregularities in this RFP, the bid process, or the proposals. Any such waiver shall not modify any remaining RFP requirements or excuse a Bidder from full compliance with the RFP specifications and other Contract requirements if the Bidder is awarded the Contract.

8. Each Bidder who submits a bid, by submitting a bid, agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the District and its employees, board members, and consultants for any claim against the District involving the Bidder and arising out of the bid process. By submitting a bid, each Bidder agrees that it will make no claim against the District regarding this RFP or the bid process.

9. All Bidders, by submitting proposals, agree that they have read and are familiar with all the terms and conditions of the RFP and applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations and will abide by the terms and conditions thereof.

10.Each Bidder completes Appendix D as the three forms are the proposal bidding documents. The documents include Affidavit of Bidder, Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification, and the bid proposal sheet.

Attachments to RFP:

● Attachment A – Project Overview

● Attachment B– Familial Disclosure Form

● Attachment C– Iran Business Relationship Affidavit

● Attachment D– Proposal Form

● Appendix A – Specifications

Attachment A – Project Overview

Project The goal of this project is to provide concrete replacement services at Cadillac High School and Mackinaw Trail Middle School. The intent of this project is to remove and replace deteriorated or non-compliant concrete sidewalks, curbs, and ramps to improve safety, accessibility, drainage, and overall site functionality.

The selected contractor will be responsible for furnishing all labor, removal, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete the work in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal standards, including ADA compliance where applicable.

Refer to Appendix A - Specifications

Prevailing Wage The District's obligations under M.C.L. 480.1101, et seq. include ensuring the following:

● The contractor shall determine the prevailing rates of wages and fringe benefits for all classes of construction mechanics called for in the contract.

● A schedule of these rates shall be made part of the contract for work to be performed and shall be printed on the bidding forms.

● Every contractor and subcontractor must fulfill its obligations under the statute relating to prevailing wage.

● The contract must contain the statutory language providing that construction mechanics are intended beneficiaries of the contractual prevailing wage, fringe benefit, and non-discrimination, non-retaliation requirements, and provide that any construction mechanic aggrieved by the failure of a contractor or subcontractor to pay prevailing wages or benefits as specified in the contract or retaliation associated therewith, may bring an action in a court of competent jurisdiction against the contractor or subcontractor for damages or injunctive relief along with other remedies prescribed by statute.

● The Contractor shall provide the District certified payroll records and other records required by law.

Contracts on State Projects which contain provisions regarding payment of prevailing wages as determined by the United States Secretary of Labor or which contain minimum wage schedules which are the same as prevailing wages in the Locality as determined by collective bargaining agreements or understandings between bona fide organizations of Construction Mechanics and their employers are exempt from the above requirements.

Attachment B – Familial Disclosure Form

AFFIDAVIT OF ______________________________

(insert name of affiant)

STATE OF MICHIGAN )

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COUNTY OF _________________ )

___________________________________ makes this Affidavit under oath and states as follows:

(insert name of affiant)

1. I am a/the:

President Vice-President Chief Executive Officer Member Partner Owner Other (please specify) ________________________ of , ____________________________ a bidder for custodial services for Cadillac Area Public Schools.

(insert name of contractor)

2. I have personal knowledge and/or I have personally verified that the following are all of the familial relationships existing between the owner(s) and the employee(s) of the aforementioned contractor and the school district's superintendent and/or board members:

3. I have authority to bind the aforementioned contractor with the representations contained herein, and I am fully aware that the school district will rely on my representations in evaluating bids for the custodial services.

4. I declare the above information to be true to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. I could completely and accurately testify regarding the information contained in this affidavit if requested to do so.

(signature of affiant)

Dated: ________________

Subscribed and sworn before me in _________________ County, Michigan, on the ___ day of _________________, 202_

____________________________________________(signature)

_____________________________________________ (printed)

Notary public, State of Michigan, County of ________________

My Commission expires on _____________________________

Acting in the County of ________________________________

Attachment C - AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE – IRAN ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ACT

Michigan Public Act No. 517 of 2012

The undersigned, the owner or authorized officer of the below-named contractor (the “Contractor”), pursuant to the compliance certification requirement provided in the Cadillac Area Public Schools (the “School District”) Request For Proposals (the “RFP”), hereby certified, represents and warrants that the Contractor *(including its officers, directors and employees) is not an “Iran linked business” within the meaning of the Iran Economic Sanctions Act, Michigan Public Act No. 517 of 2012 (the “Act”), and that in the event Contractor is awarded a contract as a result of the aforementioned RFP, the Contractor will not become an “Iran linked business” at any time during the course of performing any services under the contract.

CONTRACTOR:

Name of Contractor

By: ____________________________

Signature:_______________________

Its: ____________________________

Date:___________________________

STATE OF ________________________________)

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COUNTY OF ______________________________)

This instrument was acknowledged before me on the _____day of ________________, 202_.

by________________________________.

,Notary Public

____________County, Michigan

My Commission Expires:______________

Acting in the County of ______________

Attachment D – Proposal Form

Proposal

Please make sure that all specifications outlined in Appendix A are accounted for.

Prevailing Wage Familial Disclosure Form Affidavit of Compliance – Iran Economic Sanctions Act Proposal Form

BASE BID Summer 2026 Install $

ALTERNATE Summer 2027 Install $

Contractor

Primary Contact

Primary Contact Email

APPENDIX A - Specifications

Proposal Requirements

Proposals must include a detailed cost breakdown covering:

● Concrete demolition and disposal

● Hauling and removal of debris and unwanted materials

● Restore the site to its previous condition

● Supply and placement of clean fill for subbase

● Labor and materials for forming and pouring sidewalks (4” with wire mesh)

● Labor and materials for forming and pouring curbs and ramps (including rebar if required)

● Equipment, mobilization, and site preparation costs

● Any necessary fencing or barricades

● Unit pricing for additional or unforeseen work, if applicable

● Project timeline and estimated duration

● Approximately 10,440 square feet of sidewalk with 685 linear feet of curb

Project Considerations

● Work must be coordinated to minimize disruption to school operations.

● Contractors must comply with all safety regulations, including working in active school zones.

● All materials and workmanship shall meet or exceed industry standards and local specifications.

● Contractors are responsible for verifying site conditions prior to submission.

This project aims to enhance pedestrian safety, ensure ADA compliance, including all the ADA pads or stamped pads for all cut-outs, and extend the service life of site infrastructure at both school locations.

Qualified contractors are encouraged to submit comprehensive proposals demonstrating experience with similar municipal or educational facility projects.

Cadillac High School Mackinaw Trail Middle School