Advertisement for Bid - Mechanical Upgrades

Utica Community Schools and Barton Malow Company are seeking bids for Bid Package No. 18-2-2019, specifically targeting mechanical and electrical upgrades at Ebeling and Schuchard Elementary Schools in Macomb County, Michigan. The procurement involves mechanical (220000) and electrical (260000) work, with comprehensive technical specifications detailed in the bid documents. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for December 18, 2018, at 4:00 PM at Ebeling Elementary located at 15970 Haverhill Dr, Macomb, MI. Bid proposals are due by January 8, 2019, at 12:00 PM local time, with two submission options: physical delivery to 11303 Greendale, Sterling Heights, MI 48312 or electronic submission via the Building Connected Electronic Bidding system. Evaluation will be conducted by Barton Malow Company, the Owner, and the Architect, with subsequent award made by Barton Malow Company and Integrated Design Solutions. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including bid security from a qualified surety, OSHA Form 300, workers' compensation Experience Modification Rate (EMR) factor, and sworn statements regarding familial relationships and compliance with Act 517.

The bid opportunity does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Accepted bidders must furnish 100% performance and payment bonds and provide certificates of insurance. Bidders are prohibited from withdrawing proposals for 60 days after receipt, and all bid proposals must include state sales/use taxes. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the mechanical and electrical upgrades suggests a substantial project investment. The procurement process requires technical competence in mechanical and electrical systems, with bidders expected to demonstrate professional capabilities through required documentation. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the available documents, and there are no explicit details about existing infrastructure integration requirements. The project represents a significant infrastructure improvement opportunity for Utica Community Schools, focusing on mechanical system enhancements at two elementary school facilities.