GSCS New Bus Shop

The Griffin-Spalding County School System (GSCSS) is soliciting sealed bids for the GSCS New Bus Shop project, located in Griffin, Georgia, with bids due on January 23, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. The procurement is for a comprehensive construction project targeting the development of a new bus maintenance and storage facility. Qualified General Contractors must demonstrate a minimum of 10 years in business and have completed at least three similar renovation projects, with a preference for education/school construction experience. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for January 9, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. at the Learning Center, and only contractors who attend this conference will be eligible to submit bids. Bidders are required to obtain electronic bidding documents from MSSA-PBK Architects for a non-refundable deposit of $250.00 and must include a 5% Bid Bond with their submission. The contract will be awarded on a lump sum basis, with bids remaining valid for 35 days after opening.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned in the provided documentation. The project will require Performance and Payment Bonds of 100% of the Contract Price, indicating a significant financial commitment. While no specific budget range was explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the bus shop project suggests a substantial investment in school infrastructure. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive technical irregularities, providing flexibility in the procurement process. Electronic bid documents can be examined through platforms like Construct Connect, Dodge Data & Analytics, and the National Association of Minority Contractors, as well as at MSSA-PBK offices. The project is anticipated to receive Board of Education approval in January or February 2025, indicating a near-term implementation timeline. No incumbent vendors or specific technology integration requirements were identified in the available documentation.