Classroom Glass Removal & Drywall Replacement

Essexville-Hampton Public Schools (E-HPS) is seeking qualified contractors for a classroom glass removal and drywall replacement project at Garber High School located in Essexville, Michigan. The procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP) that requires contractors to remove existing glass windows and partitions in designated classrooms and replace them with drywall, including comprehensive framing, finishing, and painting services. Contractors must possess a minimum of 5 years of commercial construction experience and demonstrate the ability to work effectively within an active school environment. A mandatory site walk-through is scheduled for August 6, 2025, at 11:00 am, with sealed bids due by 2:00 PM on August 13, 2025. The project must be completed by January 2, 2026, with work performed during school hours to minimize classroom disruption. Proposal evaluation criteria will include contractor experience, project approach, cost-effectiveness, timeline adherence, and documented past performance. Bidders are required to submit several mandatory forms, including a Familial Relationship Disclosure, Iran Economic Sanctions Act Affidavit, and a Bidders Evaluation Form.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance documentation and necessary licensing to be considered eligible. The school district reserves the right to accept or reject any submitted bids and is not obligated to select the lowest bidder. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the project involves multiple classroom renovations requiring comprehensive construction services. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are mentioned in the solicitation. The project appears to be a comprehensive renovation effort focused on modernizing classroom infrastructure through glass removal and drywall replacement. Potential bidders should carefully review all documentation and ensure complete compliance with the detailed requirements outlined in the RFP to be considered for contract award.