Flooring for Mitchell-Neilson Elementary

The City of Murfreesboro, located in Rutherford County, Tennessee, is seeking sealed bids for ITB-41-2025, a flooring renovation project at Mitchell-Neilson Elementary School. The procurement is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for comprehensive flooring services that include relocating furnishings, removing existing carpet and tile, inspecting and preparing concrete subfloors, and implementing a stained and polished concrete flooring system. Specific requirements mandate that contractors use L.M. Scofield Company materials, achieve a Grade 2 cut level and Class 1 shine level, and have applicators certified with at least 5 years of experience in similar work. The bid must be submitted electronically via OpenGov by May 21, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Central Standard Time, with a Notice to Proceed scheduled for May 30, 2025. The project has a total contract term of 58 days, with substantial completion expected by July 21, 2025, and liquidated damages set at $200 per calendar day for delays beyond the substantial completion date.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must maintain comprehensive general liability insurance with limits of at least $1,000,000, along with automotive and workers' compensation insurance. Performance and Payment Bonds are required, each at 100% of the contract sum. The project is funded through the City of Murfreesboro for Murfreesboro City Schools, with work to be performed according to specifications prepared by Johnson & Bailey Architects, P.C. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the bid form includes a 5% owner's contingency to be used at the owner's discretion. Bidders must provide comprehensive pricing covering all project aspects, including services, parts, labor, accessories, freight, and standard equipment necessary for complete renovation. The project involves flooring work across multiple areas of the school, including classrooms, administrative spaces, and specialized learning areas.