Area School Boilers (2) & Installation

The Clare-Gladwin Regional Education Service District is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the construction and installation of two new boilers and associated systems at Clare-Gladwin Area School located at 4041 E. Mannsiding Road, Clare, Michigan. The procurement encompasses site work, demolition and removal of existing boilers, construction of two new boiler units, necessary plumbing and electrical work, and Building Management System (BMS) controls integration. Respondents must submit sealed bids on a lump sum basis to the District's Superintendent's Office by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 27th, 2026, with bids to be publicly opened at that time. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the project site. The District requires all bidders to demonstrate relevant K-12 educational project experience from the past five years, provide comprehensive firm information including ownership structure and history, submit proof of insurance coverage, and disclose any litigation or project delays. Work is estimated to commence on July 1st, 2026, with substantial completion required by August 28th, 2026. Bid documents are available through the district website at www.cgresd.net/o/cgresd/page/request-for-proposal or by contacting wodell@cgresd.net.

All bid submissions must be accompanied by bid security equal to 5% of the bid amount, and one hundred percent Surety Bonds for both performance and payment of labor and materials are required using forms provided by the District without alteration. The vendor is responsible for obtaining all permits required for the project. Michigan prevailing wage requirements do not apply to this procurement pursuant to MCL 408.1109(2), which may present cost advantages for qualified bidders. The project is funded, at least in part, by revenue from a millage authorized under the Revised School Code and approved by voters on May 3rd, 2016. No set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or restrictions on organization types are specified in the available documentation. The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive irregularities in the bidding process. Specific budget ranges or award values are not disclosed in the RFP documentation.