Cold storage shed

Jonesville Community Schools is seeking contractor services for the construction of a cold storage shed located at 460 Adrian St in Michigan's Gratiot County. The project involves building a 30' x 40' storage building with comprehensive construction requirements, including site grading, concrete work, electrical systems, and new curb installation. The Request for Proposals (RFP) requires seven copies of complete proposals to be submitted by 3:00 p.m. on May 2nd, 2025, with an anticipated contract award around May 12th, 2025. Contractors are strongly encouraged to schedule a site visit with Superintendent Erik Weatherwax during business hours to inspect the facility prior to proposal submission. Evaluation criteria will include adherence to RFP requirements, relevant experience with K-12 school facility construction, qualifications of key staff, timeliness, responsiveness, team compatibility, and total proposed fee. The project must comply with 2015-2023 Michigan and National building, mechanical, electrical, and energy codes, and will require comprehensive services including construction drawings, change order management, progress meetings, and post-construction training.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified contractors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating $1,000,000 in Commercial General Liability coverage and $2,000,000 in Comprehensive Automobile Liability coverage. The electrical infrastructure will be a 120/240-volt, single-phase, 100-amp service with an estimated connected load of approximately 6 kVA and a demand load of 7 kVA. Contractors must comply with Michigan prevailing wage laws and provide security in the form of a cashier's check or bond. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the district will retain 10% of payments, with specific payment dates to be determined during contract negotiations. The school district reserves the right to reject any proposals and is not obligated to select the lowest-cost bid, emphasizing a focus on overall quality and compatibility rather than price alone.