Invitation to Bid: Construction of ADA Sidewalks and Parking

Kalamazoo County is requesting sealed bids for construction of ADA-compliant sidewalks and parking facilities at Columbia Central High School Athletic Fields (11775 Hewitt Road, Brooklyn, Michigan) under an Invitation to Bid, with proposals due October 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time via BuildingConnected and virtual public bid opening at 2:15 p.m. the same day. An optional in-person pre-bid meeting and site walk-through is scheduled for September 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

The scope comprises two bid categories: Earthwork & Site Utilities (01-31-01) and Site Concrete (01-32-01), with bidders required to submit a single lump sum proposal. Michigan prevailing wage requirements and reporting obligations apply; contractors and subcontractors must register with the Michigan Wage and Hour Division before bidding or commencing work. Prequalification through TradeTapp by BuildingConnected is required. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including company information, work-in-progress schedules, financial records, three reference projects of similar size and complexity, project history with Granger Construction Company (the construction manager), and the last three years of Worker's Compensation Experience Modification Ratings. Bidders must also disclose any familial relationships with district members.

Bid security in the form of bonds is required with all proposals; certified checks are acceptable only for proposals under $50,000. All pre-bid questions, RFIs, and substitution requests must be submitted via BuildingConnected prior to 5:00 p.m. EST on October 2, 2026. TMP Architecture is the architect/engineer. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to accept other than the low bid.