Playground Replacement

Hale Area Schools is seeking bids for a K-5 Playground Design-Build Project, with the procurement opportunity posted for Huron County, Michigan. The project involves designing and constructing a new playground with a total budget of $375,000, requiring sealed bids to be submitted to the Office of the Superintendent by Thursday, March 13th, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for Wednesday, March 5th, 2025 at 1:00 p.m., where potential bidders can obtain additional project details. Contractors must submit proposals that include a bid bond, performance bond, and labor and material payment bond. All project documentation, including drawings and specifications, will be available for download from the R.C. Hendrick Plan Room website, and bidders are required to check for potential addendums and note them on the bid form. Questions regarding plans and specifications should be directed via email to chip@rchendrick.com. The project is expected to commence immediately and must be completed as soon as possible, with bids remaining valid for 60 days after the submission date.

The procurement opportunity does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. Bidders should note that the project is not subject to prevailing wage requirements, which may impact overall project costs. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any bidding irregularities, providing flexibility in the selection process. The total project budget is clearly established at $375,000, which will cover the design and construction of the new K-5 playground. Interested contractors must carefully review all project documentation and adhere to the specified submission guidelines to be considered for the contract. No telephonic, telegraphic, email, or fax bids will be accepted, emphasizing the importance of following the prescribed submission method.