RAC Partial Roofing Replacement 2026

Oakland University is seeking bids for a partial roofing replacement project at the Recreation & Athletics Center (RAC) located in Rochester, Michigan. The procurement involves a comprehensive roof restoration for Section 4, which will include pressure washing the existing EPDM membrane, surface preparation, and applying a two-coat, bio-based, low-VOC roofing system using Tremco's RoofTec cleaning systems and AlphaGuard polyurethane elastomeric fluid-applied roofing membrane coating. Key project objectives include extending the roof's service life, improving solar reflectance, and conducting spot replacements of roof areas with strict quality assurance requirements. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2025, at 11 am in the RAC Lobby, and electronic bid responses are due by November 26, 2025, at 2 PM. Bidders must provide detailed qualification information, including company history, experience, financial details, and references, and must comply with prevailing wage rates and Oakland University's environmental, health, and safety requirements. The project has a substantial completion date of April 15, 2026, with liquidated damages of $200 per work day for delays beyond this date.

The contract does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit performance and labor/material bonds equal to 100% of the contract value and provide an insurance certificate. The project involves unit pricing for various roofing-related tasks, including metal deck replacement, metal deck repair, additional restoration, cast iron replacement, and additional spot roof replacement. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project requires integration with existing infrastructure at the RAC facility. Tremco Construction Products Group has already conducted a comprehensive roof moisture analysis, identifying approximately 60 sq. ft. of wet insulation. The contract includes a 20-year warranty from Tremco, and the roofing system will feature low VOC content, bio-based ingredients (60-70%), and a solar reflectance index of 103 for the white top coat. Though a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive technical specifications and extensive requirements suggest a significant investment in roof restoration and maintenance.