SA24-001 SPECIFICATIONS.pdf

PROJECT MANUAL

Bid Documents December 31, 2023

PRINT SHOP RENOVATION

AT SABIN DATA CENTER

PROJECT NO. 23.511

Owner's Representative

TCAPS Facilities Building 1212 Cass Rd.

Traverse City, MI 49685 phone: 231.933.1700 direct: 231.933.1935 contact: Paul Thwing

Mechanical / Electrical /Plumbing

Nealis Engineering 830 Cottageview Drive, Suite 102 Traverse City, MI 49684 phone: 231.933.0510 fax: 231.933.3215 contact: Jason VanBrocklin, PE

Architecture

Cornerstone Architects 122 S. Union Street, Ste 200 Traverse City, MI 49684 phone: 231.947.2177 fax: 231.933.4310 contact: John Dancer, AIA

Structural Engineering

Trison Engineering Group, Inc 112 W. Fourteenth St.

Traverse City, MI 49684 phone: 231.932.9177 email: jime@trisonengineering.com contact: Jim Edmondson, PE

Traverse City Area Public Schools 23.511 Print Shop Renovation at Sabin Elementary 12-31-23 Bid Documents

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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 16 – Invitation to Bid

00 21 13 – Instructions to Bidders

00 41 00 – Bid Form

00 43 00 – Supplements to Bid Form

00 43 30 – Supplement B - List of Subcontractors

00 43 40 – Supplement C - List of Supplementary Communications Equipment and Materials

00 43 50 – Supplement D - List of Supplementary Electrical Information

00 43 60 – Supplement E - TCAPS Fingerprint Background Check Process

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 1 -- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 – Summary

01 20 00 – Price and Payment Procedures

01 30 00 – Administrative 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

DIVISION 3 -- CONCRETE

03 30 00 – Cast-in-Place Concrete

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DIVISION 4 -- MASONRY

04 06 50 – Mortar and Masonry Grout

04 81 00 – Unit Masonry Assemblies

04 81 10 – Single-Wythe Unit Masonry

DIVISION 5 -- METALS

05 12 00 – Structural Steel

05 31 00 – Steel Deck

05 40 00 – Cold Formed Metal Framing

05 50 00 – Metal Fabrications

DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 – Rough Carpentry

06 41 19 – Countertops and Sills

DIVISION 7 -- THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 11 50 – Bituminous Damp-proofing

07 19 50 – Air and Moisture barrier

07 21 20 – Insulation

07 54 00 – Thermoplastic Membrane Roofing

07 62 00 – Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim

07 90 00 – Joint Sealers

DIVISION 8 -- OPENINGS

08 11 00 – Steel Doors and Frames

08 21 10 – Flush Wood Doors

08 41 00 – Metal-Framed Storefronts

08 88 00 – Glazing

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DIVISION 9 -- FINISHES

09 21 16 – Gypsum Board Assemblies

09 30 00 - Tile

09 51 00 – Suspended Acoustical Ceilings

09 65 00 – Resilient Flooring

09 90 00 – Painting and Coating

DIVISION 10 -- SPECIALTIES

Not Used

DIVISION 12 -- FURNISHINGS

12 32 16 – Plastic-Laminate-Clad Casework

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 00 10 - Communications Equipment and Materials

27 10 06 - Telephone and Data Cabling System

27 20 00 – Communications Systems

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY and SECURITY

28 00 00 – Video Security System Overview

28 00 10 – Electronic Safety & Security Equipment and Materials

28 11 00 – Access Controls

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 00 10 - Site Clearing and Preparation

31 01 50 – Shoring and Bracing

31 23 00 – Excavation and Fill

31 23 19 – Dewatering

31 25 00 – Erosion Control

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 20 00 – Concrete Surfaces

32 90 00 – Site Restoration

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

Not Used

END OF SECTION 00 01 10

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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 16 Invitation to Bid

00 21 13 Instructions to Bidders

00 41 00 Bid Form

00 43 00 Supplements to Bid Form

00 43 30 Supplement B - List of Subcontractors

00 43 40 Supplement C - List of Supplementary Communications Equipment and Materials

00 43 50 Supplement D - List of Supplementary Electrical Information

00 43 60 Supplement E - TCAPS Fingerprint Background Check Process

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 1 -- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 Summary

01 20 00 Price and Payment Procedures

01 30 00 Administrative 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

DIVISION 3 -- CONCRETE

03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete

03 45 10 Architectural Precast Concrete

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DIVISION 4 -- MASONRY

04 06 50 Mortar and Masonry Grout

04 81 00 Unit Masonry Assemblies

04 81 10 Single-Wythe Unit Masonry

DIVISION 5 -- METALS

05 12 00 Structural Steel

05 21 00 Steel Joists

05 31 00 Steel Deck

05 40 00 Cold Formed Metal Framing

05 50 00 Metal Fabrications

DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 Rough Carpentry

06 41 19 Countertops and Sills

DIVISION 7 -- THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 11 50 Bituminous Damp-proofing

07 19 50 Air and Moisture barrier

07 21 20 Insulation

07 41 00 Metal Wall Panels

07 41 10 Metal Soffit Panels

07 54 00 Thermoplastic Membrane Roofing

07 59 50 Preparation for Re-Roofing

07 62 00 Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim

07 84 00 Fire-stopping

07 90 00 Joint Sealers

DIVISION 8 -- OPENINGS

08 11 00 Steel Doors and Frames

08 21 10 Flush Wood Doors

08 41 00 Metal-Framed Storefronts

08 88 00 Glazing

08 95 00 Translucent Wall and Roof Assemblies

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DIVISION 9 -- FINISHES

09 21 16 Gypsum Board Assemblies

09 30 00 Tile

09 51 00 Suspended Acoustical Ceilings

09 65 00 Resilient Flooring

09 90 00 Painting and Coating

DIVISION 10 -- SPECIALTIES

10 44 13 Fire Protection Cabinets & Extinguishers

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

22 10 06 PLUMBING PIPING SPECIALTIES

22 40 00 PLUMBING FIXTURES

DIVISION 23 - HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR-CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 00 00 MECHANICAL GENERAL PROVISIONS

23 00 10 MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

23 05 10 PENETRATION FIRESTOPPING FOR HVAC

23 05 53 MECHANICAL IDENTIFICATION FOR PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

23 05 93 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR HVAC

23 07 13 DUCT INSULATION

23 07 19 PIPING INSULATION

23 09 93 SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONS FOR HVAC CONTROLS

23 21 13 HYDRONIC PIPING

23 34 23 HVAC POWER VENTILATORS

23 74 13 PACKAGED OUTDOOR CENTRAL-STATION AIR-HANDLING UNITS

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DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

26 00 00 ELECTRICAL GENERAL PROVISIONS

26 00 10 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

26 00 50 BASIC MATERIALS AND METHODS

26 05 05 ELECTRICAL DEMOLITION

26 05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 09 22 DIGITAL - NETWORK LIGHTING CONTROLS

26 24 16 PANELBOARDS

26 27 26 WIRING DEVICES

26 51 00 INTERIOR LIGHTING

26 56 00 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

26 60 50 TELEPHONE, TELEVISION AND DATA SYSTEMS' RACEWAYS

26 60 51 SECURITY VIDEO & ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM RACEWAYS

DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS

27 00 10 COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

27 10 06 TELEPHONE AND DATA CABLING SYSTEM

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 00 00 RENOVATIONS TO EXISTING VIDEO SECURITY SYSTEM

OVERVIEW

28 00 10 ELECTRONIC SAFETY & SECURITY EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

28 11 00 RENOVATIONS TO EXISTING ACCESS CONTROLS

28 17 00 WIFI WIRELESS SYNCHRONIZED CLOCK SYSTEM

28 46 00 FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 00 10 - Site Clearing and Preparation

31 01 50 – Shoring and Bracing

31 23 00 – Excavation and Fill

31 23 19 – Dewatering

31 25 00 – Erosion Control

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 20 00 – Concrete Surfaces

32 90 00 – Site Restoration

END OF SECTION 00 01 10

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS – RENOVATIONS FOR THE PRINT SHOP RELOCATION – TCAPS

SABIN DATA CENTER

TCAPS Project Number: SA24-001

FROM:

The Owner:

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) 1212 Cass Road Traverse City, MI 49685 Phone: 231.933.1935 Contact Person: Paul Thwing or Rachel Majszak Director of Capital Projects Assist. To the Director thwingpa@tcaps.net MajszakRa@tcaps.net

And the Architect:

Cornerstone Architects, Inc.

122 S. Union Street, Suite 200 Traverse City, MI 49684 Phone: 231.947.2177 Contact Person: John E. Dancer, AIA Principal jdancer@cornerstone-arch.com

Advertisement Date: January 7, 2024

TO: POTENTIAL BIDDERS

The Owner will receive sealed bids for a Single Prime, Stipulated Sum Contract for the RENOVATIONS FOR THE PRINT SHOP RELOCATION at:

Sabin Data Center 2075 Cass Road Traverse City, MI 49684

Bids will be received and publicly opened at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 1212 Cass Road, Traverse City, Michigan. Any bids received after the specified date and time will not be considered.

Bidders unable to attend the public bid opening should deliver their sealed bids to the Facilities Building Reception Desk, at 1212 Cass Road, Traverse City, Michigan, 49685, prior to the bid due date and time.

Project Description:

The scope of the work includes but is not limited to: Selective demolition and removal of masonry walls, masonry infill, ceilings, electrical, lighting, mechanical systems, plumbing and an exterior slab and canopy. Three Alternates are included within documents.

Schedule:

Bids Due: Tuesday January 23, 2024; 2:00 PM TCAPS Board Approval: February 12, 2024 Substantial completion: May 24, 2024 mailto:thwingpa@tcaps.net mailto:MajszakRa@tcaps.net mailto:jdancer@cornerstone-arch.com

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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

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

SITE VISITS:

A MANDATORY Pre-Bid Conference will be held at 10:00 AM local time, THURSDAY, January 11, 2024 at the site. Attendance is mandatory for any prime bidding contractors submitting a proposal.

SUPPLEMENTAL SITE VISITS: TO VISIT A SITE YOU MUST REQUEST A SITE VISIT THROUGH

CAPITAL PROJECTS | PLANNING OFFICE, DO NOT CONTACT OR SHOW UP AT THE SCHOOL

DIRECTLY. TO SCHEDULE A SITE VISIT CONTACT:

Paul Thwing at 231-933-1935 or by email at thwingpa@tcaps.net or Rachel Majszak at 231-933-1939 or by email at MajszakRa@tcaps.net

It is expected all bidders will be familiar with the site, project and existing conditions at the time their bid is submitted. TCAPS will make every effort to accommodate site visit requests.

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.

Completion Bond is required.

Refer to other bidding requirements described in Instructions to Bidders.

Refer to other bidding requirements described in Document 00 21 13 - Instructions to Bidders; and Document 00 30 00 - Information Available to Bidders.

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 Traverse City Area 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: Traverse City Area Public Schools Josey Ballenger, Secretary of the Board of Education https://sigma.michigan.gov/ mailto:thwingpa@tcaps.net

Traverse City Area Public Schools 23.511 Print Shop Renovation at Sabin Data Center

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SECTION 00 21 13

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

A. Project: Renovations for the Relocation of the TCAPS Print Shop Sabin Data Center 2075 Cass Road, Traverse City, MI 49684

B. Owner: Traverse City Area Public Schools

C. Owner’s Paul D. Thwing, R.A.

Project Director of Capital Projects & Planning Manager (PM): 1212 Cass Road Traverse City, Michigan 49685 thwingpa@tcaps.net 231.933.1935

D. Architect: John Dancer Representative: Cornerstone Architects 122 S. Union, Suite. 200 Traverse City, MI 49684 jdancer@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 a single prime contract.

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) mailto:thwingpa@tcaps.net mailto:jdancer@cornerstone-arch.com

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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.

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

• Bid4Michigan website; www.bid4michigan.com

• Builders Exchange of Northwest Michigan / 1373 Barlow Street / Traverse City / 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, telephone 231-947-2177.

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 7 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 10 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. Examine the project site before submitting a bid.

B. TO VISIT THE SITE YOU MUST REQUEST A SITE VISIT THROUGH THE FACILITIES

OFFICE, DO NOT CONTACT OR SHOW UP AT THE SCHOOL DIRECTLY.

TO SCHEDULE A SITE VISIT CONTACT:

Paul Thwing, Director of Capital Projects & Planning for Traverse City Area Public Schools at 231-933-1935. or by email at thwingpa@tcaps.net or, Rachel Majszak at 231-933-1939 or by email at MajszakRa@tcaps.net

1.8 PRE-BID MEETING

A. A Pre-Bid Meeting for General Contractors and their estimating staff is scheduled for Thursday January 11, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the site.

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. Start date: Immediately upon award. Contractor is to have all materials, equipment, labor etc. ready prior to starting the work, Construction duration is to be kept to a minimum.

E. Substantial Completion Date: May 24, 2024

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

1.10 BID RECEIPT

A. Bid proposals must be received by Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 2:00 pm at:

TCAPS Facilities Building, at 1212 Cass Road, Traverse City, Michigan 49685

Bidders unable to attend the public bid opening may deliver or mail their sealed bids to the Reception Desk at the Facilities Building, 1212 Cass Road, Traverse City. Bids must be received prior to 2:00 pm, Tuesday, October 29, 2019. Telegraphic, email or telephonic bids will NOT be received, accepted or read.

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1.11 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 TCAPS facility.

C. Employee Identification: TCAPS requires all Contractor personnel to wear identification badges at all times.

1. Badges are issued by the Human Resources Department in the

Administration Building at 412 Webster Street, Traverse City, MI 49686, 231-933-1710

a. TCAPS Fingerprint Background Check Process and Forms are found on the Capital Projects and Planning webpage, https://www.tcaps.net/about/departments/capital-projects-and-planning/

This process must be completed before badges are issued.

b. Provide Owner’s PM with a list of personnel to be badged.

c. Personnel will be fingerprinted and are subject to FBI and State of

Michigan background checks.

d. A fee is charged for each background check per badge issued;

include the cost for badging in your BID.

2. Identification tags are numbered. Distribution of ID tags will include the recording of the tag number and the contractor it is issued to.

3. Lost identification tags will be replaced at cost ($6.00) and billed to the contractor the tag is assigned to.

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 TCAPS’ dumpsters is not permitted.

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

F. Use of TCAPS’ 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.

1.12 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 https://www.tcaps.net/about/departments/capital-projects-and-planning/

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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. TCAPS is not responsible for vandalism and/or theft of same.

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 TCAPS’ 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.

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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.

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 bidders must give prior notification to Owner’s PM and schedule a time to examine the site after the pre-bid meeting. Contractors must wear yellow ID badges at all times while on campus.

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.

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. Two copies of the Proposal Form are to be provided. Xerographic reproduction of blank

Proposal Form may be used for second copy. The Bidder shall fill in and submit the proposal form in duplicate.

E. Required documentation to be submitted with the bid:

1. Signed Bid Form

2. Signed Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification

3. Signed Statement Regarding Familial Relationship

4. Bid bond

F. Bids may be submitted via mail, email, delivery or fax.

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

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 TCAPS will be held responsible for prematurely opening an incorrectly addressed bid proposal.

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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. TCAPS 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 his 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.

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.

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F. This bid in no manner obligates TCAPS 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 TCAPS 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 REQUIREMENT- this is NOT a prevailing wage project.

3.13 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

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

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 TCAPS.

B. Upon request Contractor will provide TCAPS 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. Such sheets shall be submitted to the following address:

Traverse City Area Public Schools Capital Projects & Planning 1212 Cass Road Traverse City, Michigan 49685

C. Contractors who must access a confined space or permit-required confined space to fulfill the service they provide to TCAPS 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 TCAPS, 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.

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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. TCAPS 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 TCAPS.

H. The Contractor shall be responsible to TCAPS 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. TCAPS 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:

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

3. Termination of contract services will be rendered if it is construed by TCAPS 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 Form 00.41.00 - 1 of 4

SECTION 00 41 00

BID FORM

THE PROJECT AND THE PARTIES

TO:

Owner: Traverse City Area Public Schools, 1212 Cass Road, Traverse City, MI 49685

FOR:

Print Shop Renovations – Sabin Data Center

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.

ALTERNATE No. 1:

Provide all work and materials to construct restrooms indicated in documents as Alternate No 1:

(State the Amount in Words)

ALTERNATE No. 2:

Provide all work and materials to construct restrooms and office spaces indicated in documents as Alternate No 2:

(State the Amount in Words)

ALTERNATE No. 3:

Provide all work and materials to construct exterior canopy system indicated in documents as Alternate No 3:

(State the Amount in Words)

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ACCEPTANCE

This offer shall be open to acceptance and is irrevocable for sixty days (60) 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.

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 _________.

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

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BID FORM SUPPLEMENTS

The following Supplements and names of key Subcontractors, 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 Mechanical Contractor: ________________________________________________

Name of Electrical Contractor: ________________________________________________

Name of Communications Contractor: ________________________________________________

Name of Electronic Safety and Security 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 30 - Supplement B – Subcontractors: Include the names of all Subcontractors and the portions of the Work they will perform.

We agree to submit the following Supplements to Bid Forms within 48 hours after submission of this bid for additional bid information:

Document 00 43 40 - Supplement C - Supplementary Communications Information.

Document 00 43 50 - Supplement D - Supplementary Electrical Information.

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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 00 41 00 – BID FORM

Supplements to Bid Form 00.43.00 - 1 of 1

SECTION 00 43 00

SUPPLEMENTS TO BID FORM PARTICULARS

TO: Traverse City Area Public Schools

Project: Renovations for the Print Shop Relocation – Sabin Data Center

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 B - List of Subcontractors [Document 00 43 30]

Supplement C - List of Supplementary Communications Equipment and Materials [Document 00 43 40]

Supplement D - List of Supplementary Electrical Information [Document 00 43 50]

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 B – List of Subcontractors 00.43.30 - 1 of 1

SECTION 00 43 30

SUPPLEMENT B - LIST OF SUBCONTRACTORS

PARTICULARS

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

(Bidder) __________________________________________________

To: Traverse City 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

Insulation _________________________________________________________

Water Treatment _________________________________________________________

Sheetmetal _________________________________________________________

Temperature Control _________________________________________________________

Testing and Balancing _________________________________________________________

END OF 00 43 30 - SUPPLEMENT B

COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS 270010 -1 of 1

SECTION 00 43 40

SUPPLEMENT C - COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 INSTRUCTION:

A. The Communications Contractor(s) is to either copy or remove this specification section from the spec book and complete as follows:

1. Indicate the specific manufacturer on which the bidder's base bid price is based in the blank space provided.

2. All equipment is to be bid as specified. Material or equipment from another manufacturer may be bid as a Voluntary Alternate, but the dollar amount must be shown as an "Add" or "Deduct" to the base bid. Provide the name of the alternate manufacturer in the space provided.

3. Insert the name(s) of each subcontractor used in your bid in the space provided in Part 3.

4. This form shall be submitted with the bid.

1.02 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. The other Contract Documents complement the requirements of this Section. The General

Requirements apply to the work of this section.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 THE FOLLOWING IS A LIST OF APPROVED MANUFACTURERS, GROUPED ACCORDING TO

TYPES OF MATERIALS OR EQUIPMENT.

A. CAT6 Cabling, Patch Cords, Faceplates and Patch Panels:

1. Commscope/Systimax and Belden/CDT

a. Voluntary alternate______________________________________

b. Add $___________________________ Deduct $___________________________

B. J-hooks:

1. Caddy Cat and Panduit J-Pro

a. Voluntary alternate______________________________________

b. Add $___________________________ Deduct $___________________________

C. Communications System Devices

1. GE/Dukane

a. Voluntary alternate______________________________________

b. Add $___________________________ Deduct $___________________________

D. A/V Speaker

1. Valcom or Atlas Sound

a. Voluntary alternate______________________________________

b. Add $___________________________ Deduct $___________________________

PART 3 SUBCONTRACTORS

3.01 INSERT THE NAME OF EACH SUBCONTRACTOR AND WORK TO BE PERFORMED BELOW:

A. Subcontractor____________________________________________________________ Work Performed__________________________________________________________ B. Subcontractor____________________________________________________________ Work Performed__________________________________________________________ C. Subcontractor____________________________________________________________ Work Performed__________________________________________________________

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 00 43 50

SUPPLEMENT D – SUPPLEMENTARY ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 Instruction:

A. The Electrical Contractor is to either copy or remove this specification section from the spec book and complete as follows:

1. Indicate the specific manufacturer on which the bidder's base bid price is based in the blank space provided.

2. All equipment is to be bid as specified. Material or equipment from another manufacturer may be bid as a Voluntary Alternate, but the dollar amount must be shown as an "Add" or "Deduct" to the base bid. Provide the name of the alternate manufacturer in the space provided.

3. Insert the name(s) of each subcontractor used in your bid in the space provided in Part 3.

4. This form shall be submitted with the bid.

1.02 Related Documents:

A. The other Contract Documents complement the requirements of this Section. The General Requirements apply to the work of this section.

1.03 Deviations from Specified Material:

A. See Section 26 00 00, Part 2, Paragraph 2.02 - Substitutions and Changes. Base bid shall be based on manufacturers listed in this specification or on the drawings.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 The following is a list of approved manufacturers, grouped according to types of materials or equipment.

A. Wiring Devices:

1. Pass & Seymour, Hubbell, Leviton, and Cooper

a. Voluntary alternate______________________________________

b. Add $___________________________ Deduct $___________________________

B. Fire Alarm System

1. Simplex

a. Voluntary alternate: Edwards, or Notifier (circle one)

b. Add $___________________________ Deduct $___________________________

C. Occupancy Sensor Lighting Control

1. Eaton Greengate

a. Voluntary alternate______________________________________

b. Add $___________________________ Deduct $___________________________

D. Lighting Fixtures:

1. Tag A series: Cooper

a. Voluntary alternate_______________ Add $____________ Deduct $___________

2. Tag OS1 series: Eaton Greengate

a. Voluntary alternate_______________ Add $____________ Deduct $___________

3. Tag RC3D series: Eaton Greengate

a. Voluntary alternate_______________ Add $____________ Deduct $___________

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PART 3 SUBCONTRACTORS

3.01 Insert the name of each subcontractor and work to be performed below:

A. Subcontractor_________________________________________________________________ Work Performed_______________________________________________________________

B. Subcontractor_________________________________________________________________ Work Performed_______________________________________________________________

C. Subcontractor_________________________________________________________________ Work Performed_______________________________________________________________

END OF 00 43 50 - SUPPLEMENT D

Supplement E – TCAPS Fingerprint Background Check Process 00.43.30 - 1 of 2

SECTION 00 43 60

SUPPLEMENT E – TCAPS Fingerprint Background Check Process

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. TCAPS Fingerprint Background Check Process and Required Forms.

1. PRINT and COMPLETE (be sure to sign and date) the LIVESCAN FORM and MICHIGAN WAIVER AGREEMENT BEFORE your fingerprint appointment.

2. Bring these forms to your appointment.

3. FORMS ARE ATTACHED.

Add pdf pages from Paul Thwing if you need to reprint this

Supplement E – TCAPS Fingerprint Background Check Process 00.43.30 - 2 of 2

END OF 00 43 60 - SUPPLEMENT E

Statement of Familial Relationship 00.45.50 - 1 of 1

SECTION 00 45 50

STATEMENT REGARDING FAMILIAL RELATIONSHIP

I am the ________________________________ of _____________________________, a bidder on a (Title)…