Hastings Lighthouse Academy Construction

Lighthouse Academy is seeking a construction contractor for a leasehold improvement project at 400 West State Street in Hastings, Michigan, involving the renovation of approximately 1,900-1,988 square feet of second-level space to create three classrooms, a general lounge area, corridor, entry hall, work room, and electrical room. The procurement is a public school academy project targeting improvements for the 2025-26 academic year, with bids due on April 21, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Bidders must be reputable organizations with a minimum of five years of successful experience in similar educational facility renovation projects. Key qualifications include submitting a 5% bid bond, providing proof of insurance, complying with prevailing wage requirements, and passing school safety background checks. The project must be substantially completed with a certificate of occupancy by August 31, 2025, with a strict penalty of $1,500 per day for project closure beyond September 30, 2025. Evaluation criteria will focus on meeting Lighthouse Academy's needs, quality levels, and budget constraints.

The contract opportunity appears to be open to all qualified contractors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must submit familial relationship disclosures and an Iran Linked Business Affidavit as part of their proposal. The renovation will integrate with existing building infrastructure, including maintaining current electrical panels, elevators, and some plumbing fixtures. The architectural plans follow Michigan Building Code 2021 and Michigan Rehabilitation Code 2015, with the project classified as a Level 3 Alteration for an E (Education) occupancy group. While a specific total project budget is not disclosed, the contract will be awarded to a single contractor based on the most comprehensive and suitable proposal. The successful bidder will be required to provide a one-year warranty on materials and installation, and must adhere to specific design specifications that include ADA-compliant features, fire-rated construction elements, and technical requirements for electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.