GRPS Innovation Central High Health Clinic Renovations

Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) is seeking a general contractor for the Innovation Central High School Health Clinic Renovations project located at 421 Fountain St NE in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The procurement involves renovating approximately 1,957 square feet of an existing school health clinic, with specific work including reconfiguring the reception area, adding casework, installing corner guards, and creating a new dental countertop. The renovation is classified as a Level 2 alteration and will maintain the existing building's Use Group E classification and Type 3B construction type. Bids are due on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the GRPS Facilities Building, with the project to be contracted under an AIA 105-2017 Standard Short Form Agreement. Potential bidders can contact Ronnie Sluiter at Facilities & Operations at (616) 819-3010 for site access, and while there is no formal pre-bid conference, contractors can arrange site visits. The project will comply with 2021 Michigan building, mechanical, and energy codes, as well as the 2023 National Electrical Code, with the design professional being Architektura PLC.

The contract opportunity includes several notable provisions for bidders, including a local vendor preference policy that provides up to a 5% bid discount for prime contractors meeting specific criteria. Bidders must submit various documentation, including a 5% Bid Security, DTMB Demographics forms, a Certification of Michigan-Based Business, a Sworn Statement of Familial Relationship, an Iran Business Relationship Affidavit, and a Debarment and Suspension Certification. Prevailing wages apply to the project, and while no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive technical specifications suggest a detailed and structured renovation approach. The project emphasizes safety and compliance, requiring contractors to follow federal, state, CDC, and OSHA guidelines, particularly related to COVID-19 safety measures. The renovation will utilize existing building systems with minimal changes to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure, and the facility will remain fully sprinklered with existing fire protection systems. The project has a completion deadline of September 30, 2025, and bid documents are available for electronic download through the GRPS website and Buildings Exchange.