Asbestos Abatement at the former Selfridge Elementary School located in Selfridge, ND (211 2nd Ave N)

The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality (NDDEQ) is soliciting bids for a comprehensive asbestos abatement project at the former Selfridge Elementary School located in Selfridge, North Dakota. The procurement involves the complete removal and proper disposal of multiple asbestos-containing materials, specifically 48 linear feet of friable pipe insulation, 4,118 square feet of 9"x9" floor tile and mastic, 684 square feet of thermal transite board, 944 linear feet of baseboard glue, and one chalkboard containing asbestos. Bidders must be licensed Asbestos Abatement Contractors with workers certified by NDDEQ's Asbestos Control Program and must have no Notice of Violation from NDDEQ within the past year. The bid response deadline is March 31, 2025, with a contract period spanning from May 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025. Mandatory requirements include conducting an onsite visit with Derek Hall, submitting all abatement reports by September 30, 2025, and completing final air clearance testing through a third-party contractor. The contract will be awarded to the most responsible bidder with the lowest price, with all costs submitted as firm-fixed pricing and evaluated based on unit prices for specified removal and disposal line items.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract does not list incumbent vendors or require integration with existing infrastructure. While no specific budget range is provided, the procurement involves detailed unit pricing for multiple asbestos removal and disposal activities. The state reserves the right to extend the contract for up to 12 additional months, though this is not an automatic renewal. Contractors must adhere to comprehensive state and federal asbestos removal regulations, including North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality's Guideline 12 for asbestos disposal, which mandates specific handling, transportation, and landfill disposal protocols. The contractor will be responsible for submitting all necessary documentation, including asbestos notification forms, daily work logs, and waste manifests. Proof of licensing, certifications, and compliance with all regulatory requirements must be provided with the bid submission.