MCC 2026-101 & 2026-102 Bid

Morgan Community College (MCC) in Fort Morgan, Colorado is soliciting competitive bids for two concurrent Design/Bid/Build construction projects: STEM Project Renovations (2026-101) and Mi Casa Career Center (2026-102). The STEM Project Renovations involve comprehensive renovation of three science laboratories and classroom spaces to house the STEM Studio, including installation of laboratory fume hoods, wood laboratory casework, safety equipment, specialized exhaust ductwork, HVAC system balancing, and new plumbing and electrical connections. The Mi Casa Career Center project encompasses renovation of the existing Welcome Center into a contemporary Career Center and construction of a newly constructed Welcome Center, along with updates to the adjacent Learning Commons, featuring new glass storefront systems, architectural paneling, interior refinishing, and comprehensive infrastructure upgrades including high-efficiency HVAC systems, upgraded electrical and lighting controls, and modernized fire suppression and security systems. Bidders must meet stringent minimum requirements including no prior termination by the State for non-performance, operation under the same business name for two years, demonstrated contracting experience on at least two projects exceeding $1,000,000 in hard costs using Colorado-based expertise, and bonding capability up to $1,700,000. The mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for March 18, 2026 at 9:00 AM MST; requests for clarifications must be submitted by March 23, 2026 at 2:00 PM; bids are due April 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM MST with public bid opening at 10:15 AM the same day; award intent notification is anticipated April 9, 2026; and contracting and contract approval are expected April 9-16, 2026, with construction commencing April 16, 2026. Completion is required by July 31, 2026 for STEM renovations and September 30, 2026 for all work.

This procurement is subject to federal funding requirements triggering Build America Buy America Act compliance, mandating that all iron, steel, and construction materials be produced in the United States with specific domestic content thresholds for manufactured products. Colorado prevailing wage requirements apply, with contractors required to pay employees weekly at rates established by the Colorado Department of Labor, maintain daily employee logs, and submit electronic payroll reports; additionally, Colorado labor must comprise at least 80% of the work performed on these public works projects. The Buy Clean Colorado Act requirements apply, mandating Environmental Product Declarations for eligible materials. All bids must include a bid bond of not less than 5% of the total bid price, and payment and performance bonds are required at 50% of the contract value. MCC intends to award both projects to the same contractor based on cumulative bid totals. Specific incumbent vendors have been identified for certain trades, including Multicard for security system reinstallation and Denver Fire Alarm for fire alarm contracting; the contractor must coordinate with these vendors and handle asbestos abatement through the owner rather than providing these services directly. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the available documentation; however, the bonding requirement of up to $1,700,000 suggests a contract value in that range.