225 w high ST - replace furnace and water heater

The City of Jackson Community Development Department is soliciting sealed, competitive bids for furnace and water heater replacement services at 225 W High Street in Jackson, Michigan, as part of a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) housing rehabilitation program. The procurement requires replacement of an existing furnace with a new 95% efficient, gas-fired forced air furnace compliant with Michigan Mechanical Code and NWAHA standards, along with installation of a new high-efficiency water heater in accordance with applicable Michigan plumbing codes, the International Fuel Gas Code, and NFPA 70. Key deliverables include new thermostat installation, filter rack with cover in the return air duct, adequate return air provisions, heat supply to the cellar, proper ductwork handling with insulation in unheated spaces, and water heater installation providing minimum 30-inch-deep and 30-inch-wide working space for inspection and service. All work requires permits and must be performed in full compliance with applicable codes and manufacturer specifications. Qualified contractors must be actively licensed by the State of Michigan, registered with the City of Jackson, and prequalified with SAM.gov registration completed prior to bid opening; they must also maintain minimum liability insurance of $300,000 bodily injury per occurrence and $500,000 aggregate, provide a valid Certificate of Insurance and Builder's License, and submit lump sum pricing for furnace and water heater replacement as separate line items. The Request for Proposal was posted on February 23, 2026, with a sealed bid submission deadline of March 9, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. via the City of Jackson e-Procurement Portal; contractors may contact the homeowner at 517-789-6209 to schedule site visits, and no pre-bid meeting will be held. Contract award will be made to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest compliant proposal, with proposals remaining valid for 90 days following bid opening. The successful contractor must execute a Construction Contract for Rehabilitation of Residential Property with the property owner, commence work within five days of the Notice to Proceed, and provide an 18-month warranty on all work and materials.

This procurement includes affirmative action and equal employment opportunity requirements, mandating contractors to implement steps maximizing participation of small, minority-owned, and women's business enterprises. Contractors must comply with HUD-funded program requirements including the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages (applicable if contract exceeds $2,000), the Copeland Anti-Kickback Act, the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, Executive Order 11246, and environmental standards under the Clean Air and Water Acts for contracts exceeding $100,000; additionally, for contracts exceeding $100,000, Section 3 requirements mandate directing employment opportunities to low- and very low-income persons. The solicitation includes no specific incumbent vendor or current contractor information. Financial and supporting records must be maintained for five years following project completion and are subject to audit by the City, HUD, and the Comptroller General, with non-compliance potentially resulting in contract termination, debarment from future HUD-assisted contracts, and other legal remedies. Contractors must obtain all necessary permits, coordinate inspections with the Housing Rehabilitation Specialist, and achieve EPA lead clearance if lead hazard reduction work is discovered. Performance, labor and material payment, and maintenance and guarantee bonds are required, with the contractor providing an indemnification to the City against claims arising from injury, property damage, or workers' compensation issues. While the specific contract award value is not disclosed in the solicitation documents, the project is funded through the Community Development Block Grant program administered by HUD in partnership with the City of Jackson.