Wells Field Demolition September 2026.pdf
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- Wells Field Demolition
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- RFP SJS 260000002716 1
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- Berrien County, Michigan
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This is an Invitation to Bid document issued by St. Joseph Public Schools in Michigan for the demolition of Wells Field. The project scope includes complete demolition and removal of all buildings, structures, and scoreboards within the Wells Field property boundary, with the exception of the concession stand adjacent to State Street, which must remain undamaged. Additional work includes removal of perimeter fencing and concrete/masonry pillars along State Street, safe capping and permanent termination of all utility connections (plumbing, electrical, water, and sewer) in accordance with local municipal codes, and site restoration involving backfilling, leveling, grading, seedbed preparation, topsoil application, and grass seeding of all disturbed areas. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site walkthrough is scheduled for Friday, October 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Wells Field, located at 2200 South State Street, St. Joseph, Michigan 49085. Sealed bids must be submitted by 11:00 a.m. on October 13, 2026, at the St. Joseph Public Schools Business Office, addressed to Robin Lawrence at 2580 S. Cleveland Ave, St. Joseph, MI 49085. The Board of Education will review bids at their next regularly scheduled meeting following the opening date and reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or award to a bidder other than the lowest.
Bids must be submitted on the provided bid form with two signed copies and must be F.O.B. St. Joseph, Michigan, with purchases exempt from all taxes upon presentation of exemption certificates. All bids must include a bid bond or certified check equal to five percent of the total bid amount, made payable to St. Joseph Public Schools. The successful bidder will be required to obtain a 100 percent labor, material, and performance bond from a bonding company licensed to do business in Michigan. Pricing must remain firm for a minimum of ninety days from the bid opening date. Contractors are responsible for all debris removal and legal disposal in accordance with local, state, and federal standards, obtaining all required local permits prior to work commencement, and maintaining proper protection measures to prevent damage to adjacent properties. Verbal, telephone, email, and fax bids will not be accepted, and late submissions will be rejected. Inquiries regarding the bid should be directed to Director of Facilities Mike King at mking@sjschools.org or 269-926-3391.
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Great Schools in a Great Community
INVITATION TO BID
St. Joseph Public Schools Wells Field Demolition October 13, 2026 - 11:00 a.m.
St. Joseph Public Schools is inviting bids for Wells Field Demolition. Sealed bids will be accepted at the Business office until 11:00 a.m. on October 13, 2026 at which time they will be opened and publicly read. The bids will be presented to the Board of Education at their next regularly scheduled meeting.
Important Notes:
● Bids submitted verbally, by telephone, email, or fax will not be considered.
● Late bids will not be accepted.
● Prices must be F.O.B. St. Joseph, MI. Purchases are to be exempt from all taxes, including state and federal taxes. Exemption certificates will be provided upon request.
● All bids must meet or exceed the specifications outlined in the Scope of Work.
● For questions, contact Director of Facilities Mike King at mking@sjschools.org or
269-926-3391.
The Board of Education reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any informalities, or to award the contract to the bidder other than the lowest. In cases of clear pricing errors (either unit or extended price), the correct value will be used.
Submission Instructions:
● All bids must be submitted using the attached bid form and signed by the bidder.
● Include two (2) signed copies of the bid form with your proposal.
● Sealed bids, clearly labeled “Snow Removal Services” to be delivered to:
St. Joseph Public Schools Robin Lawrence – Bid Proposal 2580 S. Cleveland Ave St. Joseph, MI 49085
Scope of Work for Wells Field Demolition
Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting and Site Walkthrough
● Friday, October 2, 2026 @ 11:00am
● Wells Field, 2200 South State Street, St. Joseph MI 49085
Demolition & Removal
● Demolish and completely remove buildings, structures, and scoreboards located within the Wells Field property boundary.
● EXCLUSION: The concession stand located adjacent to State Street is EXCLUDED from demolition and must remain undamaged throughout project operations.
Fencing & Decorative Elements
● Remove all specified perimeter fencing and concrete/masonry pillars along State Street only.
Utility Services & Terminations
● Safely cap, disconnect, and permanently terminate all active utility connections (plumbing, electrical, water, sewer) serving the structures scheduled for demolition.
● All utility terminations must adhere to local municipal codes, utility company standards, and applicable safety regulations.
Site Repair & Restoration
● Backfill, level, and grade all areas disturbed, excavated, or damaged during demolition operations to match surrounding grade.
● Prepare the seedbed, apply topsoil as necessary, and plant high-quality grass seed over all disturbed areas to achieve uniform turf establishment.
Contractor Responsibilities & Site Rules
● Implement proper protection measures to ensure no damage occurs to the concession stand next to State Street or any surrounding public/private property.
● Haul away and legally dispose of all demolition debris, concrete, metals, and waste materials off-site in accordance with local, state, and federal disposal standards.
● Obtain all required local permits prior to beginning work and adhere to standard safety and environmental regulations.
BID PROPOSAL FORM:
The undersigned certifies that the bid contained herein meets or exceeds the attached specifications. Prices bid will remain firm for at least ninety (90) days from the date of opening.
There is no direct or indirect business relationship between this firm or any of its employees, with any member of the St. Joseph Public Schools Board of Education or any school district employee in a position of influence and there is no conflict of interest as outlined in Board Policy.
Signature ________________________________________________________
Location Total Bid
Wells Field Demolition
COMPANY___________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS____________________________________________________________________
CITY/STATE/ZIP______________________________________________________________
AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE _________________________TITLE ____________________
PHONE ___________________________________________ DATE _____________________
POINT OF CONTACT__________________________________________________________
EMAIL______________________________________________________________________
BID BOND
A CERTIFIED CHECK, CASHIER’S CHECK, OR BID BOND IN THE AMOUNT EQUAL
TO FIVE PERCENT (5%) OF THE TOTAL OF THE BID, MADE PAYABLE TO ST. JOSEPH
PUBLIC SCHOOLS, WILL BE REQUIRED WITH EACH BID. A 100% OF LABOR,
MATERIAL AND PERFORMANCE BOND WILL BE REQUIRED OF THE SUCCESSFUL
BIDDER. THE BONDING COMPANY MUST BE LICENSED TO DO BUSINESS IN THE
STATE OF MICHIGAN.
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