Paw Paw PS Bid Pack 7 - Mechanical / Renovation / ReRoof

Paw Paw Public Schools in Van Buren County, Michigan, is soliciting bids for Bid Pack 7, a comprehensive construction project managed by Owen-Ames-Kimball Co. The procurement involves three distinct bid categories: Category 01 (Metal Roofing), Category 02 (Mechanical/Plumbing), and Category 03 (Electrical), targeting improvements across multiple school district facilities including Early Elementary, Later Elementary, Transportation Building, and Maintenance Building. Specific project components include mechanical upgrades, building renovations, and re-roofing. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of successful experience in similar work, possess appropriate licensing, and have adequate financial resources. The mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 12, 2025, at 2:30 PM at the Paw Paw Transportation Building, with sealed bids due by 11:00 AM on November 25, 2025, at the Paw Paw Public Schools Administration Building. Bidders are required to submit bid security of 5% of the base bid and must include a sworn Familial Disclosure Statement. The construction timeline is set from April 27, 2026, to July 24, 2026, spanning 65 active construction days.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned in the procurement documents. Bidders may submit proposals for individual categories or combinations thereof, with no limitations on business type or size explicitly stated. Contractors will be required to provide Performance, Labor, and Material bonds for contracts exceeding $50,000 from a surety company with an A- rating or better. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the project involves multiple facilities and comprehensive upgrades, suggesting a substantial investment. Successful bidders will be expected to coordinate work among trades, submit detailed schedules and documentation, and participate in weekly progress meetings. The Construction Manager (Owen-Ames-Kimball Co.) will oversee work sequencing and scheduling, with contractors required to maintain compliance with the preliminary project schedule. Unit labor rates are specified, with 10 percent markup for contractor's own forces and 5 percent for subcontractor work.