26-0069 Davis Aerospace Technical HS Bid Release 1

The Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) is seeking multiple prime contractors for a comprehensive renovation of the Davis Aerospace Technical High School, located in Detroit, Michigan. The project involves transforming an existing city airport terminal into a state-of-the-art educational facility focused on aeronautical technology and training. The procurement is structured through multiple bid packages covering disciplines such as demolition, concrete, masonry, steel, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and specialized systems. Contractors must submit detailed proposals demonstrating compliance with prevailing wage requirements, safety protocols, and quality management standards. The RFP requires a 5% bid security, comprehensive documentation using platforms like Procore and BIM 360, and adherence to sustainability practices. Key procurement dates include a pre-bid meeting on June 17, 2025, bid submissions due on July 8, 2025 at 12:00 p.m., potential post-bid interviews from July 3-11, 2025, and a targeted contract award on September 22, 2025. Bidders must complete multiple attachments including contractor information forms, Iran sanctions affidavits, familial relationship disclosures, and certification of regulatory compliance.

The procurement appears open to qualified contractors without specific set-aside designations, though contractors must meet comprehensive qualification standards including financial stability, licensing, safety records, and project experience. Gilbane Building Company is managing the project, with Quinn Evans Architects providing design specifications. The project requires contractors to demonstrate experience with complex educational facility renovations, technological integration, and sustainable construction practices. Bidders must provide detailed information about their business history, annual gross sales, federal and D-U-N-S numbers, state licenses, and project references. While a specific total project budget is not explicitly stated, the project manual and addenda suggest a significant investment, with multiple bid packages, extensive renovation scope, and a projected completion date of August 21, 2026. Contractors will be evaluated on their technical capabilities, compliance with project specifications, safety protocols, technological integration, and ability to meet the accelerated project timeline. The renovation will transform a three-level airport terminal into a modern high school with specialized aeronautical training capabilities.