Lakewood Elementary Improvements

West Ottawa Public Schools in Holland, Michigan is requesting sealed bids for improvements to Lakewood Elementary School across fifteen categories including sitework, concrete, masonry, metals, roofing, caulking, glazing, interior finishes, flooring, painting, fire protection, mechanical, and electrical work, with bids due September 30, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and a mandatory pre-bid walkthrough on September 16 at 2:30 p.m.

Bidders must have at least ten years of experience under their current company name, hold valid Michigan licenses and insurance, and demonstrate sufficient financial resources. A 5% bid bond or security, sworn and notarized familial disclosure statement, and Iran Economic Sanctions Act compliance affidavit must accompany all bids. This is not a prevailing wage project.

Construction begins December 19, 2026 during Christmas break with substantial completion required by August 6, 2027. The successful bidder must provide Performance, Labor, and Material bonds equal to 100% of the contract value from a surety company rated A or better. Requests for information are due September 18 at 4:00 p.m., and mandatory post-bid interviews are scheduled for October 5–7, 2026. Sealed bids in triplicate must be delivered to the West Ottawa Public Schools Administration Office at 1138 136th Avenue, Holland, Michigan 49424; faxed or emailed bids will not be accepted.

Bidding documents are available through GMB Architecture + Engineering and the West Michigan Builders Exchange. Bid validity is 60 days from bid opening. Additional work performed by contractor forces carries a 10% overhead and profit fee; subcontractor work carries 5%. Work deleted from the contract receives 100% credit. The bidder is responsible for all permits, inspections, and MIOSHA compliance.