District Wide Filter First

Hudsonville Public Schools in Ottawa County, Michigan, is seeking bids for a comprehensive District-Wide Filter First project to upgrade water filtration systems across multiple school facilities. The procurement involves a single Mechanical/Plumbing bid category (Bid Category No. 01) focused on implementing requirements of the Clean Drinking Water Access Act, with work to be completed by August 2025. The project encompasses installing, replacing, and upgrading water fountains, bottle fillers, faucets, and filtration systems at 14 different school locations, including South Elementary, Forest Grove Elementary, Riley Street Middle School, and others. Bidders must have at least five years of successful experience in similar work and meet specific qualification requirements. Sealed bids are due on March 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time, with a virtual pre-bid meeting having been held on February 26, 2025. Bidders are required to submit triplicate copies of their bid, include a 5% bid security, and provide performance and payment bonds for contracts exceeding $50,000. Evaluation criteria include contractor experience, compliance with project specifications, and ability to meet comprehensive installation requirements across multiple school sites.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to complete a Familial Disclosure Statement and an Affidavit of Compliance with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act, indicating some basic participation requirements. The project is being managed by Owen-Ames-Kimball Co. as the Construction Manager, with specific insurance requirements mandating that both the Construction Manager and Owner be named as additional insureds. While no specific budget range is detailed in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the project spanning 14 school locations suggests a significant investment in water infrastructure improvement. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance certificates, comply with safety protocols, and be prepared to begin work as soon as possible after bid award. The bid allows for submission of bids for one or multiple categories, with a 60-day bid hold period and specific documentation and safety requirements for the selected contractor.