Removal and Replacement of ceiling tiles & grids at Red Bud Elementary

The Gordon County School System is seeking proposals for a ceiling renovation project at Red Bud Elementary School located in Calhoun, Georgia. The Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 2025-9 specifically requires vendors to remove existing ceiling grid and tiles, properly dispose of materials, and install a new 2x2 ceiling grid system that meets industry standards. Vendors must ensure proper alignment, leveling, and accommodation of existing HVAC vents and lighting fixtures. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2025, at 11:30 am EST at the school site, and attendance is required for bid eligibility. Proposals are due by May 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST, with proposal prices remaining valid for 180 days. The evaluation will be conducted using a 100-point system, with points allocated across five key areas: compliance with RFP specifications (20 points), firm qualifications (10 points), proposal responsiveness (10 points), previous experience with school districts (20 points), and overall cost (40 points).

Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation including a vendor declaration, liability insurance, drug-free workplace certificate, E-Verify form, and reference letters. Local proposers with a physical point-of-sale in Gordon County may receive an additional 10 points if all other factors are equal and their pricing is within 5% of the lowest proposal. The contract will be awarded by the school board based on a recommendation from the superintendent, with GCSS reserving the right to reject any or all proposals. While no specific disadvantaged enterprise set-asides are mentioned, vendors will need to demonstrate professional qualifications, technical capabilities, and previous experience with similar school district projects. The RFP does not specify a precise budget range or award value, suggesting that pricing will be a critical factor in the final selection process. Interested vendors should carefully review all documentation and be prepared to meet the comprehensive requirements outlined in the solicitation.