Clare High School Renovations & Additions

Clare Public Schools in Clinton County, Michigan, is seeking qualified contractors for Bid Pack No. 3 of the Clare High School Renovations & Additions project. The procurement involves multiple prime contractors across various construction categories, including concrete, masonry, metals, general trades, roofing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, site work, and asphalt paving. Wolgast Corporation will manage the overall project administration, with bid proposals due by 2:00 PM on Friday, August 1, 2025. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and project walk-through is scheduled for Monday, July 21, 2025, at 3:00 PM in the Clare Middle School Cafeteria. Bidders must submit a bid security of 5% of the base bid, which can be a bid bond, cashier's check, or money order. Additional required documentation includes a familial disclosure statement complying with MCL 380.1267 and an Iran Business Relationship Affidavit. Electronic sealed bidding will be conducted via Building Connected, with bids to be publicly opened and read aloud both in-person and virtually. The Owner plans to award contracts on or about August 18, 2025, and reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, accept bids other than the lowest bid, and waive informalities.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, potential bidders must meet specific qualification criteria to participate. All questions regarding the bid should be directed to Project Manager Christopher Ice and Project Administrator Judy Rauch. Bidding documents can be obtained through Wolgast Corporation, indicating they are likely serving as the primary procurement coordination entity. The project appears to be a comprehensive renovation and addition initiative for Clare High School, suggesting significant investment in educational infrastructure. Although a precise budget range is not specified, the multiple construction categories and extensive bid documentation imply a substantial project scope. The involvement of electronic bidding through Building Connected and the requirement for detailed documentation suggests a structured, professional procurement process designed to ensure qualified and compliant contractors are selected for the school renovation project.