Generators

Marshall Public Schools is requesting sealed bids for the purchase and installation of two natural gas generators at separate school locations, with bids due August 4, 2026 at 3 p.m. and a voluntary walk-through meeting scheduled for July 30, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Marshall Middle School.

The scope comprises a 22 kW generator for Marshall Middle School (100 E Green St., Marshall, MI 49068) to be installed on the power house roof with associated 100-amp panel, transfer switch, and natural gas installation; and a 30 kW 3-phase 480V generator for Marshall Opportunity High School (225 E Watson St., Albion, MI 49224) to be installed next to the boiler room to support food service kitchen operations, requiring a 100-amp 480V 3-phase transfer switch and natural gas installation.

Bids must remain firm for 60 days from submission. Bids exceeding $50,000 require a bid bond from a U.S. Treasury-listed surety company or a cashier's check equal to at least 5 percent of the proposal price, with bond costs included in the bid. All proposals must include completed proposal forms, a sworn and notarized Familial Disclosure Statement, and a sworn and notarized Affidavit of Compliance with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act (Michigan Public Act No. 517 of 2012). First-time bidders must submit a completed W-9 form. Bidders may propose alternative suggestions with separate specifications and pricing. Electronic submissions are not accepted; only sealed paper bids are permitted. Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements do not apply.

The Board of Education intends to award the contract on August 10, 2026. The Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, waive any informality, or award to other than the low bidder. Questions should be directed to Brad Shedd, Director of Facilities, at (269) 781-1306 or bshedd@marshallpublicschools.org.