Building Construction & Renovation

Mattawan Consolidated Schools is requesting sealed bids for building construction and renovation at its middle school facility located at 56720 Murray Street in Mattawan, Michigan, with bids due July 10, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. EST. The scope encompasses selective demolition, concrete, masonry, structural steel, general trades, metal panels, membrane roofing, overhead doors, aluminum and glazing, painting, drywall and ceilings, flooring, kitchen equipment, fire protection, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, technology, sitework, asphalt and paving, fencing, and landscaping supporting middle school office additions and renovations to offices and cafeteria.

Work is subject to Michigan prevailing wage requirements for Van Buren County, with journeyman rates ranging from $36.87 to $110.76 per hour depending on trade classification and apprentice levels. Bidders must conduct full-time on-site supervision, provide a minimum two-year warranty from substantial completion, and maintain all field personnel with current MiCHATS background checks. Subcontractors must carry comprehensive general liability of $1 million per occurrence with $2 million aggregate, automobile liability of $1 million, and $1 million umbrella coverage, with American Village Builders, Inc. and AVB Construction, LLC named as additional insureds. Ten percent retainage is held until project completion, with monthly progress payments processed by the 25th of each month and paid between the 25th and 30th of the following month.

All proposals must remain firm for 30 days after submittal and include a bid bond equal to 5% of bid cost (or cashier's check substitute) plus a deductible cost for Performance Labor and Material Bonds. Bids must incorporate Michigan Sales and Use Tax and all applicable federal, state, and local taxes. A pre-bid meeting and walkthrough are encouraged but not mandatory. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of Addendum 2 (issued July 7, 2026) and comply with all revised requirements. Local participation is encouraged but not required for award consideration. Selection is not based solely on pricing; AVB Construction and the owner reserve the right to reject any proposals in whole or in part.