BACC Excavation Project

Branch Intermediate School District is requesting sealed bids on site excavation and grading work for the BACC Construction Trades House at 7 Michael Drive, Coldwater, Michigan, with bids due August 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and contract award desired by August 27, 2026.

The scope includes basement excavation, foundation trenches, driveway and sidewalk excavation, utility trenches for city water and sewer, and rough and finish grading. Contractors must obtain MISS DIG utility locates, strip topsoil, excavate to specified dimensions with a 4-foot over-dig, install 4 inches of pea gravel for radon mitigation, and perform finish grading in spring/summer 2027. The bid form requires separate itemization by project stage with breakout pricing for the pea gravel installation. Bids must include estimated project start and completion dates, all applicable warranties, delivery terms, and compliance certifications with federal, state, and local laws.

Bidders must submit a sealed original hard copy signed by an authorized representative, along with bid security as required by MCL 380.1267, a notarized Familial Relationship Disclosure form, and an Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification. Requests for clarification must be submitted in writing at least six days before the bid deadline (by August 4, 2026) with responses provided within five business days. No addenda will be issued after close of business one day before submission. The District reserves the right to conduct post-bid interviews with bidders in the competitive range, reject any or all bids, waive informalities, and award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Contract award is contingent on Board of Education approval and incorporation of the bidding documents and accepted bid portions.

Sealed bids are submitted to Ashley Hemker at the District's administrative offices (370 Morse Street, Coldwater, MI 49036). Bidders may submit an Intent to Respond by email to hemkera@branch-isd.org to receive clarifications and addenda. All taxes are included in the bid unless expressly stated otherwise; the District is tax-exempt.