HCS Middle School Remodel Series 2

The Hamilton Community School District is seeking sealed bids for the Middle School Remodel - Series 2, specifically Bid Package 07, located in Kent County, Michigan. The procurement is for a comprehensive middle school renovation project, with proposals due on September 30th, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time in Caledonia. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 16th, 2025, at 4:00 PM at Hamilton Middle School. Bidders must submit three copies of their proposal and are required to have at least five years of successful experience in similar projects, appropriate licensing, and sufficient financial resources. Key qualifications include demonstrating expertise in school renovation work, with potential evaluation criteria focusing on past performance, technical capability, and financial stability. Bidders must also provide a 5% bid security or bid bond, and those awarded contracts exceeding $50,000 will need to furnish Performance, Labor, and Material bonds from a surety company with an A- or better rating.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bids will be publicly opened and simultaneously broadcast via YouTube live stream, with each submission required to include a notarized Familial Disclosure Statement as mandated by Section 1267 of the Revised School Code. This statement must disclose any familial relationships between the bidder and school district officials. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the comprehensive nature of the middle school remodel suggests a significant capital investment. The procurement is being managed by Owen Ames Kimball, and bidding documents are available on their website and at various Builders Exchange plan rooms. Potential bidders are encouraged to thoroughly review all documentation and prepare comprehensive proposals that meet the district's renovation requirements.