Ceiling Removal, Apparatus Bay at Fire Station 1

The City of Southfield is soliciting bids for a ceiling removal project at Fire Station 1, located at 18400 W Nine Mile Road, involving the complete removal of wet plaster ceiling material from the apparatus bay of an 11,000-square-foot building constructed in 1967. This procurement requires contractors to remove all wet plaster, minimize dust distribution, prevent building damage, and maintain daily work area cleanliness. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of 3 consecutive years of experience, provide references for 3 similar projects completed within the last 5 years, and have proven experience working in a 24/7/365 environment. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2024, at 11:00 AM local time at the fire station, with electronic bid submissions required on the Michigan Intergovernmental Trade Network (MITN) website by April 18, 2024, at 10:30 AM local time. The evaluation will focus on comprehensive bid compliance, contractor qualifications, and the ability to complete the project within 30 days of receiving a notice to proceed.

The contract does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, automobile liability, and workers' compensation. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, an asbestos investigation conducted in September 2022 confirmed no asbestos presence in the ceiling plaster samples, which may impact bidding considerations. The city will award the contract to the bid that best meets their requirements, with bidders required to submit a lump sum, all-inclusive price for the specified work. Contractors must also comply with the city's non-discrimination, living wage, and ethical standards. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the project involves a complete ceiling removal in a critical municipal facility, suggesting a potentially significant investment in facility maintenance and renovation.