Request for Proposals for Communications Tower Removal

The state and local contract opportunity involves a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Communications Tower Removal, issued by the Charlevoix-Onaway Public Educational Service District (COPESD) for Posen Consolidated Schools, spanning jurisdictions in Chippewa County and Huntington Woods City, Michigan. The procurement specifically requires the complete removal of an approximately 300-foot communications tower located at 10575 Michigan Avenue in Posen, with comprehensive dismantling requirements including removal of tower materials, anchors, guy wires, and associated tree clearing to restore the property to its original condition. Sealed bids will be accepted until 3 p.m. on August 7th, 2018, with a mandatory project completion date of October 15, 2018. Bidders must complete work during non-school hours, potentially requiring weekend completion. Key bidder qualifications include mandatory certification as a Michigan tower contractor, providing proof of licensure, and maintaining a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability insurance with the district named as an additional insured. The insurance must be obtained from a Michigan-licensed company with an A+ A.M. Best rating, with coverage maintained for either one year (occurrence-based) or six years (claims-made) following project completion.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to submit mandatory attachments, including an Iran Economic Sanctions Act Disclosure Form and a Form of Contract, with COPESD reserving the right to reject any or all bids and waive irregularities deemed in the district's best interest. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the document indicates a comprehensive approach to tower removal that suggests a thorough and competitive procurement process. The RFP does not specify a precise award value or budget range for the project, leaving potential financial details to be determined through the bidding process. Interested contractors must carefully review all documentation and meet the stringent qualifications, including technical expertise in tower removal, appropriate licensing, and comprehensive insurance coverage to be considered for the project.