Request for proposals-Bridge Restoration Project at TC High

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) is seeking proposals for a Bridge Restoration Project at Traverse City High School located at 3692 N. Three Mile Road in East Bay Township, Grand Traverse County, Michigan. The procurement is a single prime contract with a lump sum bid approach for comprehensive bridge foundation stabilization and restoration work. Specific project deliverables include foundation reconstruction using helical piers, structural steel, concrete work, and armorment measures, with additional architectural finishes repair covering terrazzo flooring and exterior surfaces. The project requires bidders to submit a comprehensive proposal including a bid form, bid security of 5% of the total base bid, Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification, and a Statement Regarding Familial Relationship. Key submission deadlines include a pre-bid conference on June 12, 2025, at 3:00 PM on-site, with public bid opening scheduled for June 26, 2025, at 3:00 PM. The project has a substantial completion date of August 29, 2025, with contract award anticipated in July 2025. Bidders must demonstrate technical competence in structural engineering, bridge restoration, and compliance with EGLE permitting requirements.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types, suggesting open competition for qualified contractors. Bidders must comply with TCAPS' stringent badging requirements, including a mandatory background check process and adherence to site access and work restriction guidelines. Vendors can obtain project documents through the State of Michigan SIGMA website, Builders Exchange of Northwest Michigan, or by purchasing from Traverse Reproduction. While no incumbent vendor is explicitly mentioned, the project involves stabilizing an existing bridge foundation system at the high school. Bidders must maintain their proposal open for 60 days after submission and will be required to provide performance and payment bonds. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the restoration work, including structural reinforcement, architectural finishes, and complex engineering specifications, suggests a significant capital investment for the school district.