MCIC Outdoor Learning Project

The Genesee Intermediate School District is seeking sealed bids for the Marion D. Crouse Instructional Center (MCIC) Outdoor Learning Project, a comprehensive outdoor activity area surface replacement located in Flint, Michigan. The procurement involves general construction work focused on renovating outdoor spaces, including replacing concrete surfaces, installing new playground equipment, modifying storm sewers, and upgrading surface treatments and drainage systems. The project requires contractors to maintain building occupancy during construction and coordinate work with owner requirements. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on February 15, 2018, at the MCIC main entrance, and sealed bids are due on February 28, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. at the Erwin L. Davis Education Center. Bidders must submit proposals in duplicate with a 5% bid bond or certified check, and all proposals must remain firm for 60 days after submission. Evaluation criteria include compliance with Michigan Prevailing Wage Rate requirements, submission of familial relationship disclosures, and Iran Economic Sanctions Act compliance.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit sworn statements regarding familial relationships with school officials and provide documentation of economic sanctions compliance. For bids exceeding $50,000, the accepted bidder must provide 100% performance and payment bonds. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project involves significant site modifications including chain-link fencing installation, storm sewer re-routing, concrete walk revisions, and playground equipment updates, particularly in the 'CHOO-CHOO Train' play area. The project completion date is set for June 15, 2018, with work commencing upon contract award. Though specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documents, the complexity of the outdoor learning area reconstruction suggests a substantial investment in infrastructure improvement for the Genesee Intermediate School District.