GRPS Nutrition Center Roof Replacement

Grand Rapids Public Schools is requesting sealed bids for a complete roof replacement at the Nutrition Center (1100 Race Street NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan) under IFB, with bids due November 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and a mandatory pre-bid conference on October 23, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the project site. A local-vendor preference discount of up to 5% applies to bidders meeting Michigan business certification and City of Grand Rapids location criteria; non-local bidders may qualify for discounts based on local subcontractor participation.

The scope includes removal of the existing roofing system and installation of a new roof system with insulation, roofing membrane, and all related flashing at roof penetrations and edges. An asbestos testing report dated September 8, 2026 identified chrysotile asbestos in roof edge flashing material (approximately 5,550 square feet) and in roof flashing sealant tar (approximately 132 square feet), requiring proper abatement or encapsulation during work. Contractors must install asbestos-free products, obtain all required building permits and governmental fees, maintain appropriate insurance naming GRPS as an additional insured, and provide daily full-time on-site supervision.

Work commences in March 2027 (weather permitting) with a completion date of June 1, 2027. Bid security equal to 5% of the base bid must accompany all proposals in the form of certified check, cashier's check, money order, or bid bond. Payment and performance bonds equal to 100% of the contract sum are required if the award amount exceeds $50,000. Payment terms provide for 10% retainage on all progress payments. Prevailing wages do not apply. Three sealed bid originals must be submitted to Marc Bennett, Director of Facilities & Operations, GRPS Service Building, 900 Union Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. Bid documents are available after 1:00 p.m. on October 19, 2026 through the GRPS website.