Eton senior center - marquee replacement project

The City of Dearborn Heights Community and Economic Development Department is seeking sealed bids for the Eton Senior Center Marquee Replacement Project, a federally funded initiative through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The project involves completely replacing the existing marquee at the Eton Senior Center, with specific requirements for construction materials and compliance with federal regulations. Bidders must obtain project specifications online or in-person, complete a mandatory site visitation, and submit a comprehensive bid response package including multiple required documents such as non-discrimination clauses, reference forms, and detailed bid itemizations. The project has a strict timeline, with an objective to complete and financially close the project by October 31, 2023, and requires the selected contractor to begin work immediately upon contract signing. Bid submission deadlines have been extended multiple times, with the final submission date set for October 3, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., with bids to be received in the City Comptroller's Office. Prospective bidders must provide a certified cashier's check or bid bond of 5% of their gross bid amount and demonstrate qualifications through various documentation including certificates of good standing, liability insurance, and applicable licenses. Contractors must also comply with Davis-Bacon wage rules, OSHA regulations, and Build America, Buy America (BABAA) requirements.

The procurement specifically encourages participation from women and minority business owners, as well as Section 3 contractors, providing potential opportunities for disadvantaged business enterprises. The project is subject to Build America, Buy America (BABAA) requirements mandated by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, which requires all construction materials to be compliant with specific procurement guidelines. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated in the documents, the project is fully funded through federal Community Development Block Grant funds. Bidders must submit three references from similar projects and demonstrate technical competence through comprehensive documentation. Interested parties can obtain additional information by contacting Hassan Bazzi at hbazzi@dearbornheightsmi.gov or calling 313-791-3504. The project location has been pre-tested and confirmed negative for lead and asbestos, which may reduce potential environmental compliance complications. The City of Dearborn Heights reserves the right to choose specific tasks and award the bid to the lowest qualified bidder, maintaining flexibility in the procurement process.