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Montabella Community Schools in Blanchard, Michigan is seeking sealed proposals for a Series 1 Addition & Renovation project managed by The Christman Company and designed by Tower Pinkster architects. The procurement covers multiple construction work categories including earthwork/site utilities, structural concrete, masonry, steel, general trades, painting, signage, mechanical work, roofing, metal panels, glass, drywall & ceilings, flooring, and electrical work. Bidders must be bondable and prepared to submit comprehensive proposals with a 5% bid security via certified check, cashier's check, money order, or bid bond. A pre-bid conference was held on January 29, 2019, with contract documents available via Dropbox starting January 21, 2019. Key submission deadlines are February 12, 2019 at 2:00 PM for most work categories and February 14, 2019 at 2:00 PM for roofing and related trades, with all proposals to be submitted to Jamie Erbes, Project Manager, at the Montabella Schools Central Office. Proposals must include costs for Co-Obligee Labor and Material Payment Bond and Co-Obligee Performance Bond, and will remain valid for 60 days after the bid date.

The procurement documents do not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors are identified in the available documentation. Bidders are required to acknowledge Addendum No. 2, which provides detailed technical clarifications about specifications for water-drainage exterior insulation finish systems, metal wall panel colors, gypsum board requirements, and electrical and security system details. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project spanning multiple construction disciplines suggests a significant capital investment. Contractors are advised that direct contact with the Owner or Architect is prohibited, and all questions must be routed through the Construction Manager. The bid security will be forfeited if the successful bidder fails to enter into a contract and furnish required bonds and insurance within 30 days of award.