Electrical Upgrade

Eaton Academy, a Pre-K through 8th grade educational institution in Eastpointe, Michigan, has issued a Request for Bid (RFB) for comprehensive electrical system upgrades to support air conditioning units and future facility expansion needs. The procurement encompasses installation of energy-efficient circuit protection, compliance with all local, state, and national electrical codes, provision of 30-amp 240-volt power to external air conditioning units, installation of a 120-volt outlet for a condensation pump, and capacity review to support future water filtration systems and technology/HVAC infrastructure. Qualified vendors must be licensed, bonded, and insured in Michigan with a minimum of five years of experience in commercial or educational facility upgrades. The RFB was issued on March 20, 2026, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for March 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST; vendor questions must be submitted by April 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, with responses posted by April 6, 2026. Bid proposals are due on April 17, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST to Nicole Sims via email or mail, with bid opening and selection announcement on April 27, 2026, and anticipated project completion by August 3, 2026. Bids will be evaluated based on vendor experience and qualifications, understanding of project requirements, proposed approach and timeline, cost competitiveness, and references and past performance.

The RFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, nor does it identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors. All bid submissions must include an original and two copies in a sealed envelope containing company information, executive summary, detailed scope of services with itemized pricing, project timeline, relevant certifications, proof of insurance, references with portfolio examples, a sworn and notarized disclosure statement regarding any familial relationships with Board members or Academy administrators, and a bid bond equal to one-twentieth of the bid amount. No specific pricing information or contract value is disclosed in the RFB; however, prospective bidders should submit cost-competitive proposals. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive irregularities, accept partial bids, award items separately, and request vendor presentations for clarification purposes.