RFP CAHC Construction

The Reed City Area Public Schools (the District) in Osceola County, Michigan has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Design-Build Services to renovate, repurpose, and convert approximately 1,455 square feet of high school space into a child/adolescent health center. The Project must contain specific spaces such as exam rooms, a lab, a behavioral health room, a reception/waiting area, a restroom, a private meeting space, and a secure entrance. Proposals are due by November 29, 2023, and the District intends to select a Design-Builder by December 2023, with the Project expected to commence around May 2024. Bidders must schedule a site visit with the District Superintendent prior to submitting a proposal. The selected firm will be required to provide various insurance coverages, and the District will make payments as determined during contract negotiations, which may include a 10% retainage. The RFP outlines the scope of services required, including programming, design, construction, and post-construction phases, and pricing is to be proposed as a percentage of the total construction cost, which is estimated to be between $500,000 and $1,500,000.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The District has not provided information about any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP also does not include any information about the possible award value or budget range for the project.