Filter First Healthy Hydration Project

The state of Michigan, specifically Galesburg Augusta Community Schools (GACS), is soliciting bids for the Filter First Healthy Hydration Project, a procurement focused on upgrading water infrastructure across three school locations to comply with the Michigan Clean Drinking Water Access Act. The project requires bidders to remove existing non-compliant water coolers, drinking fountains, and bottle fill stations and replace them with new Elkay water fixtures with filtration systems at the Primary School, High School, and Middle School. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 pm on Friday, April 25th, 2025, with a preferred project completion date of August 8th, 2025. Mandatory site visits are scheduled for Thursday, April 3rd at 9am and Thursday, April 10th at 1pm, and potential bidders must RSVP to Frank Couch, the Facilities Director. Bidders are required to submit two signed copies of the bid form, provide insurance certificates, comply with safety rules, offer warranties, list project references, and provide a comprehensive breakdown of tasks, materials, and estimated work hours.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualifying contractors, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the documentation. Bidders must certify compliance with prevailing wage regulations, asbestos awareness guidelines, and the Iran Economic Sanctions Act. The school district reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and submitted bids shall remain firm for 90 days from the bid opening date. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project involves comprehensive water fixture replacements across three school locations, suggesting a potentially significant investment. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical capabilities in water infrastructure modifications, filtration system installations, and compliance with state educational facility standards. The procurement emphasizes detailed documentation, including insurance certificates, project references, and a comprehensive scope of work, indicating a thorough vetting process for potential contractors.