Locker Replacement RFP

Pellston Public Schools is requesting proposals for the removal of existing hallway lockers and installation of 413 new 12" × 12" × 72" metal lockers at Pellston Middle/High School, with proposals due October 20, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. — the same date as this summary. A pre-bid project review meeting was held October 6, 2026 (since passed); site visitation is highly recommended though not mandatory.

Metal lockers must comply with ASTM standards and Federal Specification FS AA-L-00486, featuring 0.0474-inch minimum thick galvanized or zinc-coated steel sheet, 5-knuckle hinges, chromium-plated components, and sloped tops. ADA-accessible lockers shall be included within the 413-unit base bid and scattered throughout the facility per state building accessibility requirements, with final layout subject to district representative review. The contractor is responsible for removing existing lockers (bases and cove bases may remain), assessing and modifying existing locker bases as needed, and providing all floor and wall protection during removal and installation. An elevator is available for material handling. The project has no prevailing wage, certified payroll, or other specific labor requirements.

Contractors must carry workers' compensation at Michigan statutory limits, commercial general liability of $2 million per occurrence, automobile liability of $1 million, and umbrella/excess liability of $2 million. Proposals exceeding $50,000 require a certified check, money order, or bid bond from a Michigan-approved surety equal to at least 5% of the base proposal sum. The selected contractor must furnish performance and payment bonds prior to contract execution, with bond costs included in the base proposal. The contractor is liable for all damage caused during construction and must complete repairs within ten working days at no additional cost to the district.

Proposals may be scheduled during winter holiday break or summer 2027. Lockers Manufacturing is an approved vendor. The architect of record is dlp designs in Pinconning, Michigan. Proposers may not withdraw proposals for ninety days following the opening date. The district reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals and award to the proposal best meeting project requirements.