Request for Technology Wiring Services

This Request for Technology Wiring Services procures comprehensive audio/video (AV) system installation and integration services for Fruitport Community Schools in Fruitport, Michigan, with jurisdiction over Oakland County and Forest Hills CDP. The scope of work encompasses the design, supply, installation, configuration, and testing of AV systems across multiple facility areas including classrooms, commons areas, media center, cafeteria, gymnasium, and associated cabling infrastructure. Deliverables include classroom AV systems with cabling, LCD displays, projectors, speakers, microphones, wireless systems, control systems, and all associated infrastructure integration and testing. Qualified contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including workers' compensation ($500,000 limits), general liability ($1,000,000 combined single limits), and $2,000,000 umbrella coverage; provide a 5% bid bond; and secure Performance, Labor, and Material Bonds for 100% of contract value for contracts exceeding $50,000 from Michigan-licensed surety companies with A.M. Best ratings of A- or better. Contractors must demonstrate personnel qualifications and provide detailed company descriptions, response services documentation, equipment spreadsheets, and compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal codes. The pre-bid meeting was scheduled for January 28, 2019, at 3:00 PM at the OAK Construction Job Trailer; questions were due by February 6, 2019, at 3:00 PM; and bids were due February 13, 2019, at 3:00 PM. Implementation included phased milestones with new classroom installations by April 15, 2019, science wing and band room rewiring by August 16, 2019, and cart refurbishment during Christmas break 2019, with all classroom systems required operational by January 4, 2020.

No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or restrictions on respondent types were identified in the available documentation. The project retained no incumbent vendors or current contractors noted in the bid package. Monthly invoice payments were due within 21 days of engineer and contractor signatures, with the owner retaining 10% of contract value until final system completion. Warranty coverage was to commence following 30 consecutive days of operational performance without service interruption and continue for a minimum of one year from substantial completion, with the contractor obligated to provide on-site support within 24 hours for any system failures. The contractor bore all project costs including labor, materials, equipment, permits, taxes, and freight, with equipment liability remaining with the contractor until formal written acceptance by the owner. No specific award value or budget range was disclosed in the available bid documentation.