Energy conservation improvements

This is a Design Build Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Charlevoix-Emmet Intermediate School District (CESD) in Michigan for an Accredited Energy Services Provider to design and implement comprehensive energy conservation improvements across three project sites: Taylor Elementary in Petoskey, Charlevoix Administrative Office, and Boyne Office. The scope of work encompasses HVAC system modifications, building automation controls, lighting upgrades, fenestration improvements, water conservation measures, building envelope enhancements, renewable energy installations, and educational curriculum components. The selected contractor must be a Design Build firm capable of developing and executing a complete energy efficiency program while ensuring minimal disruption to normal school operations by scheduling work outside regular instructional hours when necessary. Proposals will be evaluated on a 100-point scale based on firm capabilities (20 points), project team experience (20 points), references (20 points), technical approach (25 points), and financial approach (15 points). A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 31, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at the District office, with sealed proposals consisting of one original, three hard copies, and one electronic copy due by September 8, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. local time. Project commencement is anticipated for October 15, 2021, and the District reserves the right to conduct site visits and interviews with selected bidders prior to final selection.

Respondents must submit bid security equal to five percent of the proposed contract amount and provide evidence of ability to secure performance and payment bonds for the full contract value. The selected contractor must procure comprehensive general liability insurance of $2,000,000 per occurrence, workers' compensation insurance per state law, and an umbrella liability policy of $5,000,000. All pricing must be firm for 90 days from the proposal due date and include all design services, labor, materials, overhead, and profit on an F.O.B. job site basis, with the contractor responsible for all applicable federal, state, and local taxes, permit fees, and code compliance. The District will make monthly payments based on percentage of completion with ten percent retainage until project completion, with final payment due within 30 days of invoice submission. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types are mentioned in the procurement documentation, and no incumbent vendors or budget ranges are identified in the available materials.