HVAC Project

Mattawan Consolidated School (MCS) is seeking bids for a High School Gymnasium Cooling project located in Mattawan, Michigan, within Van Buren County. The procurement involves mechanical (23.100) and electrical (26.100) work to upgrade the existing HVAC system, specifically focusing on improving cooling infrastructure for the high school gymnasium. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at the Mattawan High School site, with sealed bids due on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Bidders are required to submit a 5% bid bond or cashier's check and comply with prevailing wage regulations under Michigan Public Act 10 of 2023. The project requires comprehensive technical capabilities, including detailed mechanical system knowledge, ability to work with chilled water systems, variable frequency drives, and building management system communications. Evaluation criteria will likely include technical competence, bid responsiveness, insurance compliance, and adherence to specified technical specifications for Air Handling Units (AHU-3 and AHU-4) and cooling infrastructure.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though it encourages local participation. Bidders must submit three sworn and notarized affidavits: disclosing familial relationships with school district personnel, certifying no public contracting bars due to bid rigging, and confirming the bidder is not an "Iran-Linked Business". While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the HVAC upgrade suggests a significant capital investment. Contractors must meet extensive insurance requirements, including $1,000,000 general liability per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate liability, automobile liability coverage, workers' compensation, and umbrella liability. The project is designed by TowerPinkster and will be managed by AVB Construction, with construction expected to commence immediately after bid award and completion targeted for the end of Fall 2025. Successful bidders will be required to provide a minimum two-year warranty from the date of final project acceptance.