Installation of Filtered Bottle Filling Stations & Tap-Mounted Water Filters

Freeland Community School District is seeking bids for a comprehensive water infrastructure upgrade project involving the removal of existing unfiltered bottle filling stations and installation of 22 new Elkay Filtered Bottle-Filling Stations across three district facilities. The procurement is designed to comply with the Michigan Clean Water Drinking Act & Filter First legislation, with specific requirements including 15 wall-mounted station replacements, 3 installations with side bubblers, and 4 new installations at current bubbler locations. All installations will require complete plumbing and electrical tie-ins. The bid evaluation criteria will be weighted as follows: 50% cost and budget value, 30% experience, 15% technical capability, and 5% project plan. Proposals are due by May 6, 2025, at 4:00 P.M., with bidders required to submit two physical copies or email their proposals. A 5% bid security is mandatory, and the project is subject to prevailing wage requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act. Bidders must include a maintenance contract, provide professional references, and submit a notarized Familiar Relationship Statement.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Bidders will be required to obtain proper permits from the local health department and may be asked to participate in negotiations or make proposal revisions. The payment structure involves full payment upon project completion, with the final balance due within 30 days of final inspection and approval by the Director of Buildings & Grounds. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the installation project involving 22 filtered bottle filling stations across three facilities suggests a potentially significant investment. Bidders must complete and submit a Familial Relationship Disclosure form, which is a mandatory requirement pursuant to Michigan Compiled Law (MCL) 380.1267, designed to ensure transparency and prevent potential conflicts of interest in the school district's procurement process. The winning vendor will be expected to provide a comprehensive installation solution that meets all specified technical and regulatory requirements.