Cheboygan Area Schools

Cheboygan, Michigan

PROJECT:

Bleacher Replacement Cheboygan Intermediate School

PROJECT: Bleacher Replacement

Cheboygan Intermediate School

OWNER: Cheboygan Area Schools

7461 North Straits Highway

Cheboygan, MI 49721

The Board of Education of the Cheboygan Area Schools is accepting firm, sealed bids for tennis court renovations.

Sealed bids will be received at the Cheboygan Area Schools Board of Education Office, 7461

North Straits Highway, Cheboygan, Michigan 49721, prior to 1:00 p.m., local time, on

Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Bid proposals received after this time shall not be considered or accepted. Oral, telephone, fax, or electronic mail bids are invalid and will not receive consideration. Bids must have the following label clearly visible on the package: CIS

BLEACHER REPLACEMENT.

Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at 1:00 p.m., local time on Wednesday, March11, 2026.

Bidding details and specifications are available from the following: Steve Fleming, District

Transportation, Maintenance, and Grounds Manager, flemings@chebschools.com.

No bids may be withdrawn for at least 60 days after the bids are opened.

Per MCL 380.1267, all bids must 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 member of the Cheboygan Area Schools Board of Education or the

Superintendent of Cheboygan Area Schools. No bid shall be accepted that does not include this sworn and notarized disclosure statement.

In compliance with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act, MCL 129.311, et seq., all bids must be accompanied by a sworn and notarized Affidavit of Compliance. No bid shall be accepted that does not include this sworn and notarized statement.

All bids must include a Bid Security for 5% of the bid amount payable to Cheboygan Area

Schools, in either the form of a certified bank check or bid bond.

Cheboygan Area Schools reserves the right to reject any and all bids, either in whole or in part;

is not obligated to accept the lowest or any other bid; may waive any informality, irregularity, and/or errors in bids; and in general, to make awards in any manner deemed to be in the best interests of the owner.

CONDITIONS OF BIDDING

The work in the Bid Package shall be the sole responsibility of the successful bidder, known herein as “Contractor” or “Vendor”. A detailed description of the Bid is defined in the

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SECTION below.

Bleacher supplier to provide stamped drawing and apply for plan review from the BFS and

BCC. Once approved, the bleacher supplier will be responsible for providing the required building permit.

Each bid shall include all Conditions set forth in these General Specifications and the

Technical Specifications as they apply to each Bid Category.

Bids are to include all elements of the pertinent Bid Package specifications. All responding

Contractors must submit a single proposal, which may include Alternates if/where indicated.

Contractor must list all subcontractors, if any, to be included in their proposal.

Bids must be considered firm for 90 days from the bid opening date. Bidders are granted the privilege of withdrawing their bids, if they desire, between the time they are submitted and the bid opening date.

Upon entering into an agreement with the District, the successful Vendor shall not assign or delegate any obligation to another Vendor without the express written consent of District. All subcontractors supplying services must be identified within the proposal including name, address, phone number, and Vendor information sheets, with designated service identified.

Unless specifically authorized in writing by the Superintendent, on a case by case basis, the successful Vendor shall have no right to use, and shall not use, the name of Cheboygan Area

Schools, or its officials or employees in advertising, publicity, or promotion; nor to express or imply any endorsement of the Vendor products or services.

While present on Cheboygan Area Schools grounds, the Vendor, including all employees and agents, agrees to abide by, and comply with all Cheboygan Area Schools, federal, state and local policies, regulations, and laws that pertain to sexual harassment and non-discrimination.

The Vendor shall be proactive in assuring that applicants, employees, and customers are treated fairly without regard to, or in discrimination of their race, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. Vendor further agrees that

Vendor employees and agents while on Cheboygan Area Schools’ property shall comply with and observe all applicable rules and regulations concerning conduct as are imposed upon

Cheboygan Area Schools’ employees and agents. All Cheboygan Area Schools facilities are smoke-free.

Vendor employees and agents who will be servicing the contract onsite at any Cheboygan

Area Schools location during the duration of this agreement (construction, delivery, setup, routine or periodic maintenance, etc.) may be asked to complete the Cheboygan Area Schools fingerprinting and background check with all costs incurred by the Vendor.

Any dispute, controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this bid and resultant contract shall be adjudicated in Cheboygan County, Michigan.

All information provided through this request and ensuing process will be held in confidence and will not be revealed nor discussed with any competitor until final execution of the agreement. At that time, all documents of this process shall become public (excluding proprietary or financial information as determined by the District) regardless of statements contained within submittal to the contrary. Furthermore, all material submitted shall become the property of the District and may be returned only at the District’s option.

It is understood that the School District is a governmental unit and, as such, is exempt from the payment of most state and federal taxes applying to the products specified in this document.

Therefore, the prices quoted by the Bidder should not include any allocation for taxes.

It is further understood that Personal Property Taxes on rented or leased property shall not be the responsibility of the School District but shall remain the responsibility of the Vendor.

The Contractor shall furnish Cheboygan Area Schools or authorized representative(s) with every reasonable opportunity to determine whether the work is performed in accordance with the requirements of the Contract. Cheboygan Area Schools may appoint qualified persons to inspect the Contractor’s operations and equipment, and Contractor shall permit these authorized representative(s) to make such inspections at a reasonable time and place.

It is expressly agreed and understood that the Contractor is in all respects an Independent

Contractor as to the work, and that the Contractor is in no respect an agent, servant or employee of Cheboygan Area Schools. This Contract specifies the work to be done by the

Contractor, but the method utilized to accomplish the work shall be the responsibility of the

Contractor.

Cheboygan Area Schools shall not enter into any non-compete clauses with respect to the

Contractor’s employees; in the event a Contractor employee wishes to apply for any employment position with the District, he/she shall not be barred from doing so.

EXAMINE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

The Contractor shall be held to have examined these Specifications in their entirety and to have satisfied him/herself as to the conditions of the premises, any obstructions, etc.

necessary for execution of the work before the delivery of his bid. The Contractor shall also acquaint him/herself with the character and extent of other Contractor(s) scope of work (if any) throughout the project, so that s/he may make his/her plans accordingly. This may be accomplished through the pre-bid meetings and document review. No allowances for extra payment will be made to the Contractor for, or because of, costs or expenses caused by his/her failure to comply with the provisions of this paragraph, or due to error or oversight on the part of the Contractor, or because of interference by other Contractor(s) activities.

Complete sets of Bidding Documents, if any, shall be used in preparing bids. The District assumes no responsibility for errors, omissions or misinterpretations resulting from the use of incomplete sets of Bidding Documents.

The District, in making the Bidding Documents (if any) and/or Contract Documents available to the Contractor, does so only for the purpose of obtaining bids for the work and does not confer a license or grant these copies for any other use.

DISCREPANCIES, DELETIONS, INTERPRETATIONS, OR SUBSTITUTIONS

Bidders shall promptly notify the District of any ambiguity, inconsistency, or deletions that they may discover upon examination of the Bidding Documents or Contract Documents, or of the site and local conditions. Interpretations will not be made orally.

Any interpretation, correction, or change of the Contract Documents will be made by

Addendum by the District. Interpretations, corrections, or changes of the Documents made in any other manner will not be binding, and bidders shall not rely upon such interpretations, corrections and changes.

Any and all requests for consideration of substitutions of specified Materials and/or Equipment must be made in writing no later than seven (7) days prior to bid due date to Steve Fleming.

BID PROPOSAL FORM

The bidder by making a bid represents that he/she has read and understands the Bidding

Documents and a bid is made in accordance therewith.

Three copies of each bid shall be submitted on the bid proposal form furnished by the District, with all blank spaces filled in by type or manually in ink.

All interlineation (insertions), alterations, or deletions (erasures) shall be initialed by the bid signer. Failure to do so may be cause for rejection of the bid.

The bidder must fill in all blank spaces for bid prices in both words and figures. In case of discrepancies, amount shown in words will govern. Submit all copies of the bid and any other required documents with the bid in a sealed opaque envelope. Indicate on the outside of envelope the name of bidder, address, name of project for which the bid is submitted, Bid

Number and description, and address to the party to receive the bid. If forwarded by mail, enclose a sealed envelope containing bid in another envelope addressed as indicated with the notation “CIS BLEACHER REPLACEMENT” clearly shown on the envelope face.

Any and all requested Alternates and Unit Prices, (if any) should be bid. If the Alternates require no change to the Base Bid, enter “No Change”.

Make bid in name of Principal Contractor and if co-partnership, give names of all parties. Give complete address. If an agent submits bids, provide satisfactory evidence of agency authority.

Each copy of the bid shall include the legal name of the bidder and a statement that the bidder is a sole proprietor, a partnership, a corporation, or some other legal entity. Each copy shall be signed by the person or persons legally authorized to bind the bidder to a contract.

Bidder making his/her bid represents that he/she has read and acknowledges that the District’s schedule is acceptable.

Bidder making his/her bid represents that his/her bid is based upon the materials, system and equipment required by the Bidding Documents without exception.

Bids must be received at the designated location prior to the time and date for receipt of bids indicated as indicated in this document, or any extension thereof made by Addendum, if any.

Oral, telephone, telegraphic, emailed or faxed bids are invalid and will not receive consideration.

ADDENDA

Any and all Addenda issued during the time of bidding shall become part of the Contract

Documents and receipt thereof shall be acknowledged on the Bid Proposal Form provided.

Each bidder shall ascertain, prior to submitting a bid that they have received any and all

Addenda issued. The District shall not be responsible for failure of bidders to obtain said

Addenda.

OPENING OF BIDS

Properly labeled bids, received on time prior to 1:00 p.m., local time, on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 will be publicly opened and results read aloud immediately following the due date and time. Bidders are invited to attend. The Bid Opening will be held at the Cheboygan Area Schools Board of Education Office, 7461 North Straits Highway, Cheboygan, Michigan 49721.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The District desires to award this bid and resultant Contract to the bidder that in the sole opinion of Cheboygan Area Schools best meets the needs of the District. Cost is not the sole consideration. The following criterion may be considered (where applicable) in making an award:

1. Cost of any equipment (lease or purchase) including rate of interest for any lease.

2. Maintenance/service agreement including supply and usage costs, ongoing maintenance/warranty coverage agreements, etc.

3. Conformity to listed specifications and/or suitability of any substitutions.

4. Delivery and installation within the required time schedule.

5. Service and warranty level provided, with demonstrated ability to provide the service level proposed.

6. References and credentials of bidders.

7. Accurate representation of Total Cost of Ownership/Operation, with all pertinent assumptions included, where ongoing or multi-year arrangements apply.

The final determination shall be at the District’s sole determination. Cheboygan Area Schools reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids in whole or in part and waive any and/or all irregularities. Cheboygan Area Schools will make awards as may appear to be in the best interests of Cheboygan Area Schools.

CONTRACTOR’S LIABILITY INSURANCE INDEMNIFICATION CLAUSE

The Insurance and Indemnification provisions of the contract shall be as follows:

1. The contractor, prior to commencing work, shall provide at his/her own cost and expense, the following insurance to the Owner. The policies shall be written by companies licensed and/or approved in the State of Michigan rated not less than “A“ or “A” by Bests Key Rating

Guide, which insurance shall be evidenced by certificates and/or policies as determined by the Owner. Certificates of insurance shall be on file in the Board of Education office prior to any work or activity commencing. Cheboygan Area Schools reserves the right to receive copies of the policies themselves. Each certificate or policy shall require that thirty (30) days prior to cancellation or material change in policies, written notice thereof receipt requested, for all of the following state insurance policies. All such notices shall name the

Contractor and identify the contract number.

a. Workers’ Compensation covering Michigan statutory benefits and $1 million/$1 million/$1 million Employers’ Liability.

b. Commercial General Liability (Most recent ISO occurrence form or equivalent) with a combined single limit of $1,000,000 for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage, including premises, operations, products, contractual, completed operations and independent contractors. The policy shall include Cheboygan Area Schools, its affiliated organizations, Board of Education members, officers, and employees as additional insureds.

c. Owners Protective Liability [OCP], is applicable, with a $1 million limit per occurrence and aggregate, using the Commercial General Liability (most recent ISO occurrence form or equivalent) and covering bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage.

The covered entity for this policy shall include Cheboygan Area Schools, its affiliated organizations, Board of Education members, officers and employees.

d. Comprehensive Automobile Liability Insurance, including owned, non-owned and hired automobiles, with a combined single limit of $1,000,000 for bodily injury and property protection.

e. Lower limits in the above coverage are acceptable if evidence is provided of a commercial umbrella liability policy providing equivalent coverage and limits.

f. Additional coverages and limits may be required based upon the particular services contracted. If such additional coverages and limits are required for a specific contract, those requirements will be described in the “General Instructions to Bidders” section of the contract specifications.

2. If any of the Property and Casualty insurance requirements are not complied with at their renewal dates, payment to the Contractor will be withheld until those requirements have been met, or at the option of the Owner, the Owner may pay the renewal premium and withhold such payments from any monies due the Contractor.

3. All property losses shall be made payable to and adjusted with the Owner.

4. All policies and certificates of insurance shall be approved by the Superintendent of the

Cheboygan Area School District prior to the inception of any contract work.

5. Other coverage’s and/or higher limits of liability may be required by the Owner based on specific needs. If such other coverages are required for a specific contract, those coverages will be described in the “Instructions to Bidders” section of the contract specifications.

If at any time any of the foregoing policies shall be or become unsatisfactory to the Owner to form or substance, or if a company issuing any such policy shall be or become unsatisfactory to the Owner, the Contractor shall upon notice to that effect from the Owner promptly obtain a new policy, submit the same to the Owner for approval and submit a certificate thereof as here-in-above provided. Upon failure of the Contractor to furnish, deliver and maintain such insurance as above provided, this contract, at the election of the

Owner may be forthwith declared suspended, discontinued or terminated. Failure of the

Contractor to take out and/or maintain or the taking out and/or maintenance of any required insurance shall not relieve the Contractor from any liability under the contract nor shall the insurance requirements be construed to conflict with or otherwise limit the obligations of the

Contractor concerning indemnification.

6. In the event that claims in excess of the insured amount provided herein are filed by reason of any operations under the contract, the amount of excess of such claims, or any portion thereof, may be withheld from payment due or to become due the Contractor until such time as the Contractor shall furnish such additional security covering such claims as may be determined by the Owner.

7. All policies and certificates of insurance of the Contractor shall contain the following clauses:

a. Insurers shall have no right of recovery or subrogation against the Owner (including the agents and agencies as aforesaid), it being the intention of the parties that the insurance policies so affected shall protect both parties and be primary coverage for any and all losses covered by the above described insurance.

b. The clause “other insurance provisions” in a policy in which the Owner is listed as an additional insured, shall not apply to the Owner.

c. The insurance companies issuing the policy or policies shall have no recourse against the Owner (including its agents or agencies as aforesaid) for payment of any premiums or for assessments under any form of policy.

d. Any and all deductibles in the above-described insurance policies shall be assumed by and before the account of and at the sole risk of the Contractor.

e. The Owner shall be listed as an Additional Insured on the following insurance coverages provided by the Contractor. To be printed on certificates “Cheboygan Area

Schools is an additional insured under this policy”.

BID SECURITY

Bid Security requirement: REQUIRED

Where Bid Security is marked “Required” directly above, a Certified or Cashier’s Check or an acceptable Bid Bond made payable to Cheboygan Area Schools, in an amount of not less than

5% of the total bid submitted must accompany each bid. The Bid Guarantee shall be forfeited as liquidated damages if the bidder fails to execute a contract and furnish a Performance Bond as specified, within ten (10) days after receiving notification of a contract award.

Checks posted as security by unsuccessful bidders will be returned as soon as possible after the award is made. Checks of the successful bidders will be returned upon completion of the project.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1. Scope of Work and Specifications

Site Location: Cheboygan Intermediate School, 905 W. Lincoln Avenue, Cheboygan, Michigan 49721.

2. Related Work

a. Electrical work and state permit by owner with local electrician

b. Gymnasium flooring will be protected by the contractor

c. Demo and removal of existing bleachers to be by owner

3. References

a. Applicable building code. IBC. Edition Year. 2018. NFPA 2015.

4. Description of the System

a. The bleacher system shall be comprised of multiple tiered, closed deck seating rows operating in a telescopic manner, incorporating the most economical quantity of sections while still complying with all loading requirements.

b. The first moving row shall be secured with friction or mechanical locks. Other rows shall be mechanically locked, operable only upon unlocking and cycling the first row, quantity to be determined by engineering.

c. Each bleacher row shall be comprised of risers, seat and deck components, and a complete set of supportive columns and braces.

d. The telescopic bleacher shall incorporate a locking system permitting the use of one, several, or all rows, each locked in the extended position.

5. Quality Assurance

a. Qualifications

1. Manufacturing. Manufacturer shall be regularly engaged in the design and manufacturing of telescopic seating for not less than thirty years.

2. Engineering. It shall be mandatory that each bidder submit with their bid an affidavit signed by a Registered Professional Engineer stating that the product to be supplied has been tested by an independent testing facility and meets all applicable code requirements.

b. Deviations

1. It shall be the responsibility of the bidder to furnish with their bid a list clarifying any and all deviations from these specifications, written or implied. Those bidders not submitting a list of deviations will be presumed to have bid as specified.

c. Warranty

1. 10-year warranty. The manufacturer shall warranty structural components of the understructure for a period of 10 years.

2. 5-year warranty. The manufacturer shall warranty all non-structural materials such as accessories, everything at deck level and above, and all power and electrical components for a period of 5 years.

d. Product Improvements

1. Seating provided shall incorporate manufacturer’s design improvements and materials current at time of shipment.

6. Submittals

a. Submit manufacturer’s installation instructions and descriptive literature in accordance with this document.

b. Manufacturer’s operating and maintenance manuals in accordance with this document.

7. Design Criteria

a. Telescopic bleacher design and fabrication shall conform to IBC 2018 and ADA requirements.

b. Telescopic gymnasium seating will be designed to support a vertical live load of 100

PSF, but not less than 120 PLF on both seat boards and footboards. Seating shall also be designed to carry a horizontal sway force of 24 PLF parallel to the seating and 10

PLF perpendicular to the seating.

c. Steel components shall be cold-formed from appropriate width strip stock conforming to

ASTM A570 - Grade C 30KSI, ASTM A653- Grade 33 and 50, ASTM A500 - Grade B

46 KSI as applicable.

d. Lumber components are kiln dried, finger jointed, edge glued southern pine of grade “B

& B Finish” manufactured to the current SPIB glued-laminated standards for southern pine.

e. Plywood deck boards shall be fabricated from Douglas Fir Premium Underlayment with exterior glue, 5 ply minimum, solid crossband directly under face ply, species Group 1 and manufactured in accordance with PS-1-95.

8. Materials

a. Model

1. Closed deck telescopic bleacher.

b. Type

1. Wall Attached.

c. Quantity

1. Provide 1 bank of Wall Attached 11 rows high, 622 net seats and 7 Recoverable

ADA Notches.

d. ADA

1. Notch outs. Provide 3' -0 1/4" wide wheel chair spaces as shown on the plans and as required to meet local code jurisdiction compliance with ADA. Notch outs to be 1 row deep.

e. Dimensions

1. Rise per row. 10.25.

2. Row to row spacing. 22.

f. Propulsion

1. Automatic electro-mechanical propulsion system to open and close telescopic seating system. Operation shall assure full visual control of the seating bank. The

Wide Track System incorporates two friction drive roller assemblies as an integral part of both first row vertical column assemblies. Each section of bleacher shall have a power system that shall consist of two vertical column roller assemblies which shall include two 6” diameter by 2 ½” wide cast drive wheels for a minimum of four friction roller contact points per section of bleacher. Each roller shall have a specially formulated 45-durometer rubber covering to grip the floor as the units roll in and out. The two friction drive roller assemblies shall be installed a minimum of 7’ apart per section. The two friction roller assemblies are linked together by a continuous drive shaft driven by a 1/2 H.P. 208 volt 3-phase motor that shall enable the rollers to work simultaneously, resulting in a more efficient operation with allowance for minor variations in the floor surface. All floor friction power systems shall be controlled by a dual directional, removable walk along pendant which plugs into the front of the first row to give the operator proper position for visual control. The pendant control voltage shall be 24 VAC @ less than 50 mA for the safety of all operating personnel. The entire power system shall be U.L. Recognized. A 208 volt

3-phase power source, including conduit, wiring, and safety disconnect must be provided by others. The electrical contractor shall perform the connections to the seating equipment at the safety disconnect. Motors, housing, and wiring shall be installed by certified personnel.

9. Accessories

a. Foot Level Aisles

1. Provide footrest level aisles at locations and sizes as shown on plans and approved shop drawings.

2. Center Aisle. Provide a permanently attached self-storing aisle rail which is designed to eliminate all labor associated with set up and storage of the aisle rails.

3. Intermediate Steps. Provide manufacturers’ standard intermediate step as necessary per applicable code.

b. Wheelchair Seating

1. Recoverable Notch outs. Provide manufacturers’ standard recoverable handicap notch outs (3' -0 1/4" wide) located as shown on architectural drawings.

Notch outs to be 1 row deep.

10. Fabrication

a. Continuous Wheel Channel

1. Wheel channels shall consist of a one piece formed steel channel welded to the base of a vertical column. Wheel channels accommodate 8 to 12 wheels per row for maximum weight distribution and operating ease. The number of wheels increases as the number of rows increase.

b. Wheels

1. 3-1/2” diameter with 1-1/8” non-marring soft rubber face with rounded edges designed to protect wood or synthetic floor. Provide 1/2” diameter axle for all wheels.

c. Columns

1. Electrically welded closed rectangular steel tube, 2” x 3” minimum size, 14-guage steel fitted with a rear welded gusset at the wheel channel.

d. Row Interlocks

1. Join each row structure front to rear by means of two (2) interacting steel connections, plus automatic gravity row locks where engineering determines they are required.

2. Lower track guides shall be an external super slide rod to guarantee positive engagement of vertical supports without binding and assures smooth operation over uneven floor conditions.

3. Upper track guides shall completely interlock adjacent understructure support. A welded stop to ensure correct extension of bleacher unit on deck support. Use of bolt and nut stops is not acceptable, due to risk of loosening.

e. Diagonal Braces

1. Structural formed steel truss fitted to rows 4 and beyond. Bracing shall be attached to the rear riser at optimum locations to insure structural integrity. Bracing shall be designed and shaped to support a minimum load of 1000 lbs. of both compression and tension forces created when the bleacher is loaded.

f. Deck Supports

1. Shall be of structural steel, 11 gauge spaced not greater than 60” on center for maximum deck stiffness. Every deck support not attached to a vertical post shall have an integral nylon roller to avoid steel to steel friction points for more efficient operation.

g. Decking

1. All deck boards shall consist of 19/32” nominal C-C plugged Group 1 plywood with exterior glue and solid cross bands. Tongue and Groove deck boards are unacceptable. An extruded aluminum “H” connector shall be placed between plywood panels. Exposed wear surfaces shall be finished with a layer of high-

Density polyethylene plastic .025 - .030 thick, light gray in color, complimentary to the seat option. Deck finishes, such as clear coat, requiring more than simple touch up to restore it to a new appearance after wear occurs are unacceptable.

h. Welds

1. All welds shall be made at the factory by welders that are AWS certified on the equipment and process used.

i. Nose Beam

1. Shall be one-piece grade 40 galvanized steel. A minimum design thickness of .094” is utilized for the necessary structural integrity to accommodate section lengths up to

26’.

j. Rear Riser

1. Shall be one piece formed 14-gauge, grade 40 steel, with a continuous access joint to fully encapsulate footrest panel for ease of cleaning and additional structural support. 14-gauge roll formed steel is utilized for the necessary structural integrity to accommodate section lengths up to 26’.

k. Splice Plates

1. Each section joint shall be tied together with two structural steel members per row, employing a minimum of four steel to steel through bolt connections at the nose beam and a minimum of eight steel to steel through bolt connections at the lower steel rear riser. Splice plate material to match the nose beam and rear riser. Splice plates employing steel to plywood deck board attachments will not be acceptable. In order to minimize deflections and keep rows in alignment during operation, splice connections shall transfer both axial loads (tension/compression) and bending.

l. Fasteners

1. All structural connections shall be made with S.A.E. grade 5 or better stress rated bolts. The use of self-tapping bolts is not acceptable.

m. Finish

1. Steel Understructure abraded, cleaned and finished with russet brown water base acrylic paint. Steel risers and nose beams finished with corrosion resistant silver-gray matte finish with galvanized alloy plating.

11. Seat Options

a. Excel Seat Modules

1. 18” wide one-piece individual seating modules shall be constructed of solid injection molded high-density polyethylene. Provide in 10” depth.

2. Each module shall have three longitudinal and five transverse internal ribs to provide additional structural integrity and resistance to impact.

3. Each module shall have a full 3/8” interlock to the adjacent module around the perimeter to eliminate pinching hazards and assure proper alignment.

4. Each module shall be equipped with an 11-gauge steel bracket for a steel-to-steel attachment of each module to the galvanized steel nose beam for maximum rigidity.

All such mounting hardware shall be concealed.

5. Each module shall have a 2 ¼” x 1” recessed area for optional seat numbering.

6. End caps shall be provided at the ends of each bank (section, if manual) of seating as well as at each aisle.

7. Each end cap shall have two recessed areas including a 3 ½” x 3 ½” area for custom logos and a 2 ¼” x 1” area for optional row letters or numbers.

8. Select from manufacturer’s 15 standard solid colors.

12. Inspection

a. Verify that areas to receive telescopic bleachers are free from impediments interfering with installation.

b. Do not begin work until building conditions are satisfactory.

13. Installation

a. Install telescopic bleachers in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and approved submittal drawings.

b. Adjust bleachers for smooth and proper operation.

c. Clean bleachers and remove all debris from gymnasium resulting from installation.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF ADDENDUM

Instructions to Bidders:

On the lines below, please list all Addenda (if applicable) that have been issued since this original RFP was released to verify that you are aware of said Addenda and that any costs (additions or subtractions) are included in the proposal.

If none have been issued, please mark “Not Applicable”.

Addendum Number Addendum Number

BID PROPOSAL FORM

Project Name:

Bidder Name:

Contact:

Address:

Phone:

Fax:

Email:

Cell Phone:

Having carefully examined the requirements of the proposal contemplated by this Request in its entirety; being fully informed of the conditions to be met in the prosecution of work; having read and examined the documents and specifications applicable to this project; and agreeing to be bound accordingly; the undersigned proposes to furnish all necessary labor, material, and equipment to complete the work indicated on the drawings and described in the specifications for the following unit prices and/or lump sums.

The amount shall be in both words and figures with the amount in words governing in the event of a discrepancy.

BLEACHER REPLACEMENT

BASE BID:

Proposal to furnish all labor, material, equipment and services necessary to complete the Bleacher

Replacement project in accordance with the Bid Category descriptions, including all addenda, for the amount as follows:

$ Dollars (In Numbers) (In Words)

Cost of Performance Bond for entire project, if requested by Owner:

ALTERNATE 1: Bidder shall supply and install _________________________________:

Circle One: ADD / DEDUCT

ALTERNATE 2: Bidder shall supply and install _________________________________:

(In Numbers) (In Words)

Circle One: ADD / DEDUCT

Bidder shall submit manufacturer’s technical data on all materials specified in his/her proposal.

Technical data must be specified with the proposal in order to be considered for award.

VOLUNTARY ALTERNATES: Bidder shall supply and install _______________________:

Description of Voluntary Alternate - Required

Whenever any material or equipment is specified by patent or proprietary name or by the name of the manufacturer, such specification shall be considered as if followed by the words “or acceptable equal”. The seller may offer material or equipment with equal or better qualities and performance in substitution for those specified which he considers would be in the Owner’s interest to accept. The seller shall include sufficient specification data that will, together with any other data the Owner may require, enable the Owner to assess the acceptability of the material or equipment.

I confirm that I have the authority and ability to bind the aforementioned entity and agree to abide by all of the terms of this request for proposal unless otherwise stated in my bid proposal.

Authorized Signature

Date

Name and Title (Please Print)

FAMILIAL DISCLOSURE AFFIDAVIT

Affidavit of ______________________________ Name of Affiant

State of Michigan ) )ss County of ______________________________ )

______________________________ makes this Affidavit under oath and states as follows:

A. I am a/the:

President

Vice President

Chief Executive Officer

Member

Partner

Owner

Other (please specify) ______________________________ of ______________________________ (the “Contractor”).

Name of Business

B. 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 Contractor and the Cheboygan Area Schools Superintendent and/or Board Members:

C. I have authority to bind the Contractor with the representations contained herein, and I am fully aware that the District will rely on my representations in evaluating bids.

D. 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 Date

Subscribed and sworn to before me in __________________________ County, Michigan, on the _____ day of ________________, 20_____

______________________________________________ (signature)

________________________________________________ (printed)

Notary Public, State of Michigan, County of ____________________

My commission expires on: ____________________

Acting in the County of: _______________________

AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE

Affidavit of ______________________________ Name of Affiant

State of Michigan ) )ss County of ______________________________ )

______________________________ makes this Affidavit under oath and states as follows:

I am a/the:

President

Vice President

Chief Executive Officer

Member

Partner

Owner

Other (please specify) ______________________________ of ______________________________ (the “Bidder”).

Name of Business

I have personal knowledge of the matters described in this Affidavit, and I am familiar with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act, MCL 129.311, et seq. (“Act”). I am fully aware that Cheboygan Area Schools will rely on my representations in evaluating bids.

I certify that Bidder is not an Iran-linked business, as that term is defined in the Act. I understand that submission of a false certification may result in contract termination, ineligibility to bid for three (3) years, and a civil penalty of $250,000 or twice the bid amount, whichever is greater, plus related investigation and legal costs.

Signature of Affiant Date

Subscribed and sworn to before me in _____________________________County, Michigan, on the _____ day of ______________, 20_____

______________________________________________ (signature)

________________________________________________ (printed)

Notary Public, State of Michigan, County of ____________________

My commission expires on: ____________________

Acting in the County of: _______________________

FORM OF STANDARD AGREEMENT(S)

Instructions to Bidders: Please attach examples of your standard agreements for the following documents, if they exist.

___________ Contract

___________ Maintenance or Service Agreements

___________ Warranties

REFERENCES – SERVICE PERFORMANCE

Instructions to Bidders: Please provide three service performance references. Please include Michigan School District(s) whenever possible.

Company Name and Contact Name: __________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________

Telephone: _________________________ Email: ______________________________

Years you have served this Company: ________________________________________

Company Name and Contact Name: __________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________

Telephone: _________________________ Email: ______________________________

Years you have served this Company: ________________________________________

Company Name and Contact Name: __________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________

Telephone: _______________________ Email:

Years you have served this Company: ________________________________________

FINANCIAL REFERENCES AND INFORMATION

Banking Reference:

Name and Contact Name: __________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________

Telephone: _________________________ Email: ________________________________

Number of Years: _________________________________________________________

Vendor Reference:

Name and Contact Name: __________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________

Telephone: _________________________ Email: ________________________________

Number of Years: __________________________________________________________

Vendor Reference:

Name and Contact Name: ___________________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________

Telephone: _________________________ Email: ________________________________

Number of Years: __________________________________________________________

Bidder’s DUNS Number: __________________________________________________

Business Structure: Corporation ( ) Partnership ( ) Sole Proprietor ( ) Other ( )

Number of years in business as the company above: ____________________________

Largest single contract this company held: $___________________________________

Annual gross volumes for last three (3) years:

2025: __________________ 2024: ___________________ 2023: _________________

Name of your Insurance Company: __________________________________________

Insurance Limits: _________________________________________________________

Please attach a copy of any current certificate(s) showing limits you normally carry.

Geographical area of operations for your firm: _________________________________

Contracting Classification: General ( ) Sub ( ) Supplier ( ) Lessor ( )

Service provided by your firm:

Primary Services: ___________________________________________________

Other Services: _____________________________________________________

CONTRACTOR NOTIFICATION

[In accordance with 40 CFR part 763.84(d)]

As required by the EPA AHERA standard, each school district is responsible for providing contractors with information regarding locations of known or assumed asbestos containing materials prior to entering a building under the school district’s jurisdiction.

Please complete this form and return it to Steve Fleming, District Transportation, Maintenance, and Grounds Manager.

I, ______________________________________, representing and having authority for (Bidder)

____________________________________________, hereby indicate and agree that a representative of Cheboygan Area Schools, has provided me information regarding the location of the inspection management plan for each building in the district.

These plans will provide me with specific information, location, and materials that are encountered during the course of activity involving the building(s) in question. I expressly agree that neither I nor any of my employees, agents, subcontractors, or other individuals or entities over whom I have any responsibility or control, will disturb asbestos containing materials as listed in the management plan for the building(s) in question. I further understand and agree that should I, my employees, agents, subcontractors, other individuals or entities over whom I have control, encounter any material suspected of containing asbestos, said materials shall not be disturbed without first notifying the office of the school district’s asbestos administrator, and receiving approval that such materials may be disturbed.

Signature: _____________________________________________________________

Company: _____________________________________________________________

Title: __________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________

Telephone: _____________________________________________________________

Date: __________________________________________________________________

CONTRACTOR CERTIFICATION OF ASBESTOS-FREE PRODUCT

INSTALLATION

Contractor: _______________________________________

Address: _________________________________________

Brief Scope of Contracted Activities:

Bleacher Replacement

I, ___________________________________, representing and having authority for

_______________________________________________, hereby certify that any and Company all products/materials which will be and/or have been installed or introduced into the above-mentioned project and building will be asbestos-free (or less than 1% asbestos by weight).

Signature: _____________________________________________________________

Company: _____________________________________________________________

Title: __________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________

Telephone: _____________________________________________________________

Date: __________________________________________________________________

Attachment: Manufacturer's Specifications

Required Performance Bond