Energy saving capital improvement projects

North Muskegon Public Schools is issuing a Request for Proposal for energy saving capital improvement projects on a performance contracting basis pursuant to MCL 380.1274a. The procurement seeks a comprehensive, turn-key program that may include lighting upgrades, HVAC system modifications, building automation systems, energy management systems, water conservation measures, renewable energy installations, and other improvements. The successful vendor must provide design, management, and implementation services with a maximum contract term of 20 years and no startup costs to the district. Key deliverables include guaranteed energy conservation savings certified according to the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol, with a first-party direct guarantee from the contractor, and a financial package demonstrating net benefits to the district over the contract term. Qualified respondents must be accredited by the National Association of Energy Services Companies (NAESCO) and demonstrate a minimum of five completed Michigan performance contracts as references. Required insurance includes Workers Compensation, Comprehensive General Liability coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence, and an Umbrella Liability policy of $2,000,000, along with performance and payment bonds each equal to 100% of the vendor's initial investment. A mandatory bidders conference and building surveys are scheduled for May 22, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at North Muskegon Public Schools Administration Office, 1600 Mills Ave, North Muskegon, MI 49445, with site visits available immediately following until 3:00 p.m. Sealed bid proposals are due by Monday, June 17, 2019 at 10:00 a.m., submitted as one original plus three copies and an electronic version on a thumb drive, not to exceed 100 pages. A bid bond equal to 5% of total project costs is required.

The Request for Proposal does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, nor does it identify incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure requiring integration. The district reserves the right to award program components individually, by group, in phases, or as a total program, and to reject any or all proposals. No specific award value or budget range is listed in the procurement documents provided.