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This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) for air filters for its Facilities Department. The RFQ #2425-3064 seeks suppliers to provide air filters for the college, with a contract period from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and potential renewals through June 30, 2027 at the discretion of the GRCC Director of Purchasing. The college requires a comprehensive range of air filters, primarily MERV 13 or greater, with specific size requirements totaling 4,488 filters annually. Vendors must submit their electronic bids via BidNet by 2:30 PM on April 8, 2025, and include pricing for a 100'x20" roll, manufacturer brochures for pad holding frames, and specifications for rigid box filters.

The pricing terms require firm rates for the first year, with vendors encouraged to provide pricing and discount commitments for subsequent years. GRCC reserves the right to extend or close the contract after the first year. Payment terms are net 30 days upon delivery and invoice receipt. The college is tax-exempt and has specific requirements including a Fair Employment Practices Agreement, Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification, and a commitment to a tobacco-free environment. Vendors must provide a corporate financial statement, three references (preferably including two higher education institutions), and comply with non-discrimination policies. The college may enter negotiations, request clarifications, or seek a Best and Final Offer from competitive bidders.

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REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

GRCC Air Filters

RFQ #2425-3064

Facilities Department 143 Bostwick Avenue NE

Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295

RFQ #2425-3064– GRCC Air Filters

Table of Contents

QUICK FACTS

1.0 Purpose and Conditions

1.1 Purpose for the Request for Quote

1.2 GRCC Background

1.4.2 Vendor Questions

1.4.7 IRAN ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ACT – 2012, Public Act 517

1.4.8 FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT

1.4.9 Non-discrimination in Employment

1.4.9.2 FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE AGREEMENT

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

SCOPE OF WORK/REQUIREMENTS

SAFETY

TAXES, PERMITS, LICENSES, FEES, ETC

RIGHT TO KNOW

ASBESTOS FREE CERTIFICATION (if applicable)

NON-PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS

INVOICING

PRICING

NEGOTIATIONS

BEST AND FINAL OFFER

TAXES

TOBACCO FREE

TOBACCO/E-CIGARETTE FREE ENVIRONMENT

APPENDIX A: FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES AGREEMENT

APPENDIX B: IRAN ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ACT CERTIFICATION

ATTACHMENT C: REFERENCES

QUICK FACTS

RFQ Number: 2425-3064

Title: GRCC Air Filters

Issue Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Intent to Respond Due Date: N/A

Questions Due: 12:00 PM, Monday, March 24, 2025

Proposal Due Date: 2:30 PM, Tuesday, April 8, 2025

GRCC Contact: Paula J. Gleason-Zeeff Director of Purchasing

Email: paulagleasonzeeff@grcc.edu

GRCC Proposal Electronic Delivery: Via Bidnet.com Bidnet Help Line: (800)-835-4603. Option #2

(Please allow ample time for electronic submission of your bid, prior to due date/time)

Vendors intending to submit a response to this RFQ should read this document in its entirety when planning to submit a proposal.

mailto:paulagleasonzeeff@grcc.edu

1.0 Purpose and Conditions

1.1 Purpose for the Request for Quote

Grand Rapids Community College is requesting suppliers to submit bids for air filters.

This agreement will commence on Monday, July 1, 2024 and expire on Monday, June 30, 2025.

Contract Expiration Date Monday, June 30, 2025.

Renewable each year thru Wednesday, June 30, 2027 at the discretion of Grand Rapids Community College Director of Purchasing

Bidders are requested to submit their bids based on the following specifications:

1.2 GRCC Background

See - https://www.grcc.edu/aboutus

GRCC’s website (http://www.grcc.edu/) provides additional information.

1.3 Definitions

• The term "Vendor" or “Contractor” means business firm submitting a proposal/quote.

• The terms "College" and “GRCC” mean the Grand Rapids Community

College.

• The term IT means the Information Technology Services unit of GRCC

• The term “Respondent” means vendors that submit an official response to this RFQ by the Submission Due Date.

1.4 Rules and Conditions

1.4.1 Communication

Any and all communication with GRCC regarding this RFQ shall be accomplished through the Purchasing Department, using the contact information provided in the Quick Facts page of this RFQ. Any Vendors that deviate from this requirement will be subject to disqualification.

https://www.grcc.edu/aboutus http://www.grcc.edu/

1.4.2 Vendor Questions

Any questions regarding interpretation or intent must be made in written form.

Questions should be emailed to Paula J. Gleason-Zeeff, Director of Purchasing, at paulagleasonzeeff@grcc.edu by 12:00 PM, Monday, March 24, 2025.

Answers to all questions will posted via addendum to Bidnet.com.

1.4.3 RFQ Response Criteria

Vendors must follow the format of the RFQ using the section titles and numbers of each information request (e.g., 9.2 Warranties). If a reference to an attached document is used as part of the response to an information request, the reference must be specific. For example, “See page “8”, paragraph three.”

Proposals that do not follow the Rules and Conditions contained herein, follow the described format of this RFQ, and/or do not provide responses to information requested may not be considered.

The official copy of the proposal submitted must contain complete responses and related materials.

The College will accomplish distribution to proper personnel. Emails, telegrams, faxes, phone or any other form of response other than those submitted via BidNet are not acceptable and will not be regarded as official submissions by the vendor.

1.4.4 Proposal Submission

The official electronic copy of your proposal must be received via BidNet (www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn/grcc) no later than 2:30 PM, Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Bids must be clearly marked GRCC Air Filters – RFQ #2425-3064.

BidNet/MITN Vendor Support Dept: 1-800-835-4603, Option #2

(Please allow ample time for electronic submission of your bid, prior to due date/time)

GRCC will not consider or examine late responses.

GRCC reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, wholly or in part, and waive any irregularities in the RFQ process.

If any changes are made to this RFQ by any party other than GRCC, the original document in GRCC’s files takes precedence.

In the event it becomes necessary to revise any part of this RFQ, an addendum will be posted to BidNet.

In the event of a conflict between this RFQ language and any subsequent contracts, agreements or other related document language, the RFQ language shall supersede such conflicting language.

mailto:paulagleasonzeeff@grcc.edu

All proposals must include all elements listed in the RFQ Response Requirements section below.

Taking exception to any item as detailed in this RFQ could deem your proposal unresponsive.

1.4.5 Delivery/Pickup

Shipping and handling of any equipment acquired by GRCC as a result of this RFQ must be quoted F.O.B. our dock and delivered to the following address:

Grand Rapids Community College 151 Fountain NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Attn: Shipping & Receiving

1.4.6 Proprietary Information

Vendors must provide a corporate financial statement (or other documented evidence of financial solvency). Reponses will be opened, read publicly and will be made a matter of public record and as such may be reviewed by any interested party as permitted by law.

Pricing and contracts cannot be considered proprietary. (please include this documentation as a separate file when responding)

1.4.7 IRAN ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ACT – 2012, Public Act 517

http://www.legislature.mi.gov/documents/2011-2012/publicact/pdf/2012-PA- 0517.pdf

Section 3 of 2012 PA 517 imposes a vendor certification requirement on request for proposals issued by Grand Rapids Community College.

Grand Rapids Community College requires that the enclosed IRAN ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ACT CERTIFICATION (Appendix “B”) be submitted with the Vendor’s proposal.

1.4.8 FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT

Respondents are advised that all materials submitted to GRCC for consideration in response to this solicitation will be considered the property of Grand Rapids Community College and will not as a matter of course be treated as confidential information.

GRCC reserves the right to distribute or not to distribute materials and information submitted by Respondents as it sees fit and/or as required by applicable law.

If a Respondent wishes to supply any information, which it believes is exempt from disclosure under the Act, that Respondent should summarize such information in a separate envelope. Each page submitted should be clearly http://www.legislature.mi.gov/documents/2011-2012/publicact/pdf/2012-PA-0517.pdf http://www.legislature.mi.gov/documents/2011-2012/publicact/pdf/2012-PA-0517.pdf marked "Confidential," but otherwise be presented in the same manner as the Proposal. However, any such information is provided entirely at the Respondent's own risk and Grand Rapids Community College assumes no liability for any loss or damage that may result from the College’s disclosure at any time of any information provided by the Respondent in connection with its proposal.

1.4.9 Non-discrimination in Employment

1.4.9.1 Equal Opportunity

Grand Rapids Community College, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title VI and Title VII (with Amendments) of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974 as amended 38 USCO20-12. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees that no person, on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, handicap, sexual orientation or veteran status, shall be discriminated against in employment, educational programs and activities, or admission. Inquiries or complaints should be addressed to Christine Coon/EEO Office, 143 Bostwick NE, and Grand Rapids 49503-3295, (616) 234-3453.

1.4.9.2 FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE AGREEMENT

Grand Rapids Community College requests that the attached Fair Employment Practice Agreement be submitted with the Vendor’s proposal, however submission is not mandatory.

1.4.10 Non-Discrimination

Non-Discrimination for all contracts for goods or services which the Contractor enters into in connection with performance of services under this Contract, the Contractor agrees as follows:

The Contractor shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, color, disability, familial status, height, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or weight. The Contractor shall take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to their age, color, disability, familial status, height, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or weight. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training including apprenticeship.

The Contractor shall comply with all published rules, regulations, directives, and orders of the Michigan Civil Rights Commission (“the Commission”).

The Contractor shall furnish and file compliance reports within such time and upon such forms as provided by GRCC. Said forms may also elicit information as to the practices, policies, program and employment statistics of the Contractor and any subcontractors or suppliers, and the Contractor shall permit access to books, records and accounts by GRCC and/or its agent, for purposes of investigation to ascertain compliance with this Contract for Construction and with rules, regulations, and orders of the Commission.

GRCC believes that it economically makes good business sense and contributes to the economic growth of West Michigan to make every reasonable opportunity for minority / women / disabled-person business / veteran enterprises (M/W/DBE/Veteran) to participate in GRCC’s contracts as suppliers, contractors and subcontractors performing work for GRCC. Therefore, the Contractor is strongly encouraged to actively locate and include M/W/DBE/Veteran’s in its procurement efforts and to increase the amount of business done with these enterprises. A M/W/DBE/Veteran is defined as a privately or publicly owned business organization whose ownership is at least 51% owned, controlled and actively managed by one or more minority/women/disabled persons as defined by federal law. The Contractor shall, upon request, provide reports within such time and upon such forms as provided by GRCC as to its good faith efforts to provide opportunities for M/W/DBE/Veteran’s.

The Contractor shall include, or incorporate by reference, the provisions of the foregoing or orders of the Commission, and shall provide in every subcontractor’s and suppliers subcontract or purchase order that said provisions shall be binding on its subcontractors and suppliers

1.4.11 Title VI Compliance

Requests For Proposals for work, or material subject to the Acts and the Regulations made in connection with the FMCSA Program and, in adapted form, in all proposals for negotiated agreements regardless of funding source: “GRCC, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat.

252, 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, all contractors will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of the owner’s race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, income-level, or LEP in consideration for an award.

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

The successful bidder shall provide insurance certificates for minimum insurance coverage as follows:

Each Occurrence Aggregate

GENERAL LIABILITY

Bodily Injury Liability $ 1,000,000 $3,000,000

Property Damage $ 1,000,000 $3,000,000

OR

Bodily Injury & Property Damage Combined $1,000,000 $3,000,000

PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY (E&O) $1,000,000 $3,000,000

(for professional services only)

AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY

Bodily Injury & Property Damage Combined Single Limit. $1,000,000

EXCESS LIABILITY

Commercial Umbrella Coverage $1,000,000 $1,000,000

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION & EMPLOYERS’ LIABILITY

Each Accident $ 500,000 Disease-Policy Limit $ 500,000 Disease-Each Employee $ 500,000

ADDITIONAL INSURED

Grand Rapids Community College, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees and volunteers are included as additional insureds with regard to damages and defense of claims arising from:

(a) activities performed by or on behalf of the Named Insured,

(b) products and completed operations of the Named Insured,

(c) premised owned, leased or used by the Named Insured, or

(d) the ownership, operation, maintenance, use, loading or unloading of any auto owned, leased, hired or borrowed by the Named Insured.”

INDEMNIFICATION

The bidder shall agree to indemnify and save Grand Rapids Community College, its officers, agents and employees, from and against any and all liability, claims, demands, or damages, caused by negligent act or omission, misfeasance, or malfeasance of the bidder, its agents, servants, or employees, including fines, fees, expenses, penalties, or suit proceedings, actions and costs of action, and attorney’s fees for trial and on appeal, and any kind and nature arising or growing out of the action of the bidder connected with the appeal, and any kind and nature arising or growing out of the action of the bidder connected with the performance of agreement, whether by act or omission of the bidder, its agents, servants, employees or others; unless said claim for liability is caused by negligence, misfeasance or malfeasance of GRCC or its agents, or employees.

SCOPE OF WORK/REQUIREMENTS

Bidders are requested to submit their bids based on the following specifications:

• All roll media shall be FP-100 or equivalent. A sample shall be submitted for any equivalent media with bid for approval.

o Bidders shall include pricing for (1) 100’x20” roll with their bid.

• A manufacturer brochure shall be submitted with bid for any pad holding frames included on bid.

• All pleated air filters shall be MERV 13 or greater

• All rigid box filters shall be Airguard Varipak or equivalent, specifications shall be included with bid for any substitutions.

• All materials shall be packaged and tagged as indicated and shall be available for delivery or pickup throughout the fiscal year, as requested by GRCC Maintenance staff, with 48 hours’ notice.

The below table breaks out the annual filter totals used at GRCC by MERV rating, filter size, and quantity for each type. All filters are to be MERV 13 or greater.

MERV RATING FILTER SIZE TOTAL PER YEAR

MERV 13 11 x 45.5 x 1 12

12 x 24 x 12 5

12 x 24 x 2 99

12 x 24 x 4 21

14 x 24 x 1 111

14 x 30 x 1 72

15 x 20 x 2 54

15.25 x 41 x 1 9

15.25 x 53.5 x 1 9

15.25 x 65.5 x 1 15

15.25 x 77.5 x 1 12

15.250 x 53.5 x 1 3

15.250 x 65.5 x 1 6

16 x 16 x 1 10

16 x 16 x 2 6

16 x 20 x 1 10

16 x 20 x 2 237

16 x 20 x 4 105

16 x 20 x 4 27

16 x 24 x 2 8

16 x 25 x 1 18

16 x 25 x 2 455

16 x 25 x 4 30

16 x 40 x 2 6

18 x 18 x 1 6

18 x 20x x1 6

18 x 20 x 2 75

20 x 20 x 1 66

20 x 20 x 2 376

20 x 20 x 12 19

20 x 20 x 4 198

20 x 24 x 1 3

20 x 24 x 2 211

20 x 24 x 4 120

20 x 24 x 12 43

20 x 25 x 2 747

20 x 25 x 4 6

20 x 30 x 2 18

24 x 12 x 12 15

24 x 12 x 2 74

24 x 12 x 12 8

24 x 20 x 2 22

24 x 20 x 12 8

24 x 20 x 12 3

24 x 24 x 2 584

24 x 24 x 4 48

24 x 24 x 12 127

28.5 x 29.5 x 2 3

7.5 x 21.5 x 1 3

7.5 x 44 x 1 6

8 x 38.5 x .5 3

8.5 x 27.5 x .5 3

8.875 x 19.125 x 1 15

8.875 x 24.125 x 1 9

8.875 x 42.125 x 1 15

8.875 x 61.125 x 1 18

MERV 13 Total 4414

MERV 15 12 x 24 x 12 18

20 x 24 x 12 12

24 x 24 x 12 44

MERV 15 Total 74

Grand Total 4488

SAFETY

Contractor shall be responsible for all means and methods as they relate to safety and shall comply with all applicable local, state and federal requirements that are safety related. Safety shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

TAXES, PERMITS, LICENSES, FEES, ETC.

a) All taxes, miscellaneous fees, permits, etc.; shall be included in the bid price.

b) Mileage rates (if applicable) to be included in bid response.

RIGHT TO KNOW

In accordance with MIOSHA regulations pertaining to the "Michigan Right to Know Law" the Owner has posted Material Safety Data Sheets for any hazardous chemicals in their work place. The Contractor shall designate a coordinator to oversee the institution and maintenance of a similar program for the areas in which construction work will take place. The program must encompass all MIOSHA Regulations with regards to the "Michigan Right to Know Law" for all hazardous chemicals, which will be used on site during the course of construction.

ASBESTOS FREE CERTIFICATION (if applicable)

No asbestos containing material shall be purchased or installed as part of this project. The Contractor shall be required to certify that no asbestos containing materials have been placed in this project.

NON-PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS

The College reserves the right to terminate this agreement within thirty (30) days of written notice and prior to any Contract termination date, if either service, equipment or Contract performance and conduct, as judged by College, does not meet acceptable standards. The College also reserves the right to cancel for convenience.

INVOICING

The Owner reserves the right to select and receive, per month, either one monthly itemized invoice or a separate monthly invoice for each property or facility listed on accompanying page. Invoices must state rate of pay on each project, location and work performed.

Service and materials must be invoiced within thirty (30) days of completed work.

PRICING

All prices and rates are guaranteed to be firm for the first year. Please indicate pricing and/or discount percentage commitments for subsequent years (i.e. specific prices/discounts for years two and three; percentage increase maximums, or other defined methods). GRCC reserves the right to exercise the option to extend or close any awarded contract at the expiration of year one.

Prices quoted will be firm for the first year of the contract. Owner reserves the right to extend the agreement for a 2nd and/or 3rd year.

All taxes, miscellaneous fees, permits, etc.; shall be included in the bid price.

In addition to what has been specified, Suppliers are encouraged to provide “expressive bid” alternate pricing by suggesting alternate specifications, technology, terms and conditions, service conditions, etc. that could result in flexibility and cost savings for Grand Rapids Community College and for the Vendor. Vendors must ensure that their alternate proposal meets or exceeds requirements and specifications as detailed throughout this RFQ.

Payment terms will be net 30 days upon delivery of products and following completion of any services and receipt of invoice

NEGOTIATIONS

1. GRCC may enter into negotiations with bidders on price or technical clarifications. Additionally, GRCC may negotiate with the vendor(s) to reach an agreement that best meets the overall needs and desires of the College

2. GRCC may issue a clarification request, in writing, to one or all bidders. A clarification request does not allow a bidder to change its proposal.

BEST AND FINAL OFFER

1. GRCC may request a Best and Final Offer (BAFO) from each bidder determined to be in the competitive range. Each bidder must respond in writing with its BAFO by the deadline established by GRCC Purchasing.

2. There is no guarantee that any bidder will be allowed an opportunity to engage in negotiations or to submit a BAFO under this Section.

TAXES

Grand Rapids Community College is exempt from Michigan Sales Tax. Grand Rapids Community College will furnish a tax-exempt certificate upon request.

TOBACCO FREE

TOBACCO/E-CIGARETTE FREE ENVIRONMENT

Grand Rapids Community College is committed to protecting the health of students, staff, faculty and guests by prohibiting the use and/or sale of tobacco products, marijuana in any form, and electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) at any time or in any place on GRCC properties, including sidewalks within the boundaries of any GRCC campus. This policy shall extend to all properties owned, operated, leased or maintained by GRCC including parking lots and ramps, inside personal vehicles parked in GRCC lots and ramps, and Grand Rapids Community College vehicles.

Disclaimer: If any changes are made to this solicitation document by any party other than Grand Rapids Community College, the original document in Grand Rapids Community College’s files takes precedence.

https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/3.5%20Tobacco%20Free%20Environment%20Policy.pdf https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/3.5%20Tobacco%20Free%20Environment%20Policy.pdf

APPENDIX A: FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES AGREEMENT

Fair Employment Practices Agreement

This rider is attached to and made a part of the bidding form agreement between the Grand Rapids Community College and

Name of Company

During the performance of this contract, the above named firm agrees as follows:

1. Will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, height, weight, marital status, disability, or status as a veteran (“protected classes”) unless necessary as a bona fide occupational qualification. Said company will take action to ensure that applicants are employed without regard to their membership in a protected class, as defined above. Such action shall include but not be limited to the following:

employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff, recall, or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and a selection for training, including apprenticeship. He/She agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and applicants for employment, notices to be provided by the contracting officer setting forth the provisions of this nondiscrimination clause.

2. Will, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of the company, state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, height, weight, marital status, disability, or status as a veteran unless necessary as a bona fide occupational qualification.

3. Will, as applicable, provide a written notice of the companies’ commitments under the Fair Employment

Practices Agreement to each labor union representative or worker(s) with which he/she has a collective bargaining agreement or other contract understanding. He/She further agrees to post a copy of the notice in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants for employment.

4. Will furnish all information and reports as requested by Grand Rapids Community College, including pertinent books, records, and accounts to ascertain compliance with Grand Rapids Community College nondiscrimination policies.

5. In the event of noncompliance with the nondiscrimination clauses of this contract or with any of the said policies, this contract may be canceled, terminated, or suspended in whole or in part, and the said company may be declared ineligible for further contracts in accordance with procedures established by the Grand Rapids Community College and such other sanctions may be imposed and remedies involved as provided by rule, regulation, order or statement of policy of the College or as otherwise provided by law.

6. The following provisions are required by the Elliot-Larson Civil Rights Act: The company and, where applicable, sub-contractors shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment, to be employed in the performance of this contract, with respect to his/her hire tenure, terms, conditions or privileges of employment, because of his/her f race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, height, weight, marital status, disability, or status as a veteran unless necessary as a bona fide occupational qualification

7. MINORITY OWNERSHIP

Ownership Interest:

Public Act 428 of 1980 requires that the minority business owner or woman business owner own more than 50% of the shares or interest in the business and share in more than 50% of the net profit or loss of the shares or interest in the business which accrues to shareholders who are members of a minority or a woman owned business.

Completion of this Form is Requested for Monitoring Purposes

CONTROL AND OPERATION

P.A. 428 of 1980 requires the minority or women to exercise the power to make policy decisions and be involved in the day-to-day management of the business.

Please check the following applicable criteria:

______Minority-Owned

______Female-Owned

Company Name:________________________ Phone:____________________________

Address:__________________________________________________________________

Type of Business: __________________________________________________________

_____Independent Firm, or Owned/Controlled by:__________________________________

Corporate Address of Parent Firm_____________________________________________

Personnel as of (Payroll Date)

JOB CATEGORIES

ALL PERSONS

M F TOTALS

PERSONS OF

COLOR

M F

PERSONS

OF COLOR

TOTALS

Officials & Managers

Professionals

Technicians

Sales Persons

Crafts Persons

Operatives

Service Workers

Laborers (Unskilled)

Apprentices

All Others

Total Employees

Name of person providing data (please print):_______________________________________

Phone:_______________________ Date:_______________________________________

Title:_________________________ Signature:___________________________________ Questions concerning the Fair Employment Practices Agreement should be directed to Labor

Relations (616) 234-3453

APPENDIX B: IRAN ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ACT CERTIFICATION

IRAN ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ACT CERTIFICATION

Section 3 of 2012 PA 517 imposes a vendor certification requirement on request for proposals issued by Grand Rapids Community College.

(1) Beginning April 1, 2013, an Iran linked business is not eligible to submit a bid on a request for proposal with a public entity.

(2) Beginning April 1, 2013, a public entity shall require a person that submits a bid on a request for proposal with the public entity to certify that it is not an Iran linked business.

In response to this legislation, Grand Rapids Community College requires the following information.

The Vendor (respondent) certifies that:

____ IT IS

____ IT IS NOT

an Iran linked business as defined in MCL 129.312.

Company Name:___________________________________________________________

Name of person providing data (please print):_____________________________________

Title:_________________________ Signature:___________________________________

Phone:_______________________ Date:_______________________________________

ATTACHMENT C: REFERENCES

References All bids must include three references including two higher education institutions (if possible) and one additional reference. Local West Michigan references are preferred.

References should include company name, contact name, address, phone, fax and email address and contact information for the specific person who is knowledgeable about the Vendor’s record and performance. References may be contacted for consultation and/or site visits at our discretion.

NAME:

COMPANY:

ADDRESS:

CITY, STATE, ZIP:

PHONE/FAX:

EMAIL:

ADDRESS:

CITY, STATE, ZIP:

ADDRESS:

CITY, STATE, ZIP:

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