RFP for Big Rapids Public Schools Remodeling Project

Big Rapids Public Schools is seeking sealed bid proposals for a Middle School Remodeling Project funded through 2018 Bond Projects in Missaukee County, Michigan. This procurement encompasses multiple construction trade divisions including masonry, metals, general trades, roofing, drywall and insulation, flooring, painting, casework, mechanical systems (HVAC and plumbing), and electrical work. Contractors must submit sealed bids by January 16, 2020, at 3:30 p.m. at the Big Rapids Public Schools Administration Building, 21034 15 Mile Road, Big Rapids, Michigan 49338, with bids to be read aloud at 3:45 p.m. the same day in Room 115 of the high school. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for January 3, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. in the Middle School Cafeteria. Contractors may submit questions until January 9, 2020, at 12:00 p.m., with the final date for addenda issuance set for January 13, 2020, at 12:00 p.m. Electronic copies of plans and specifications are available at no cost from Project Manager Jim Venton at jventon@wolgast.com or Project Administrator Christie Bigelow-Huver at chuver@wolgast.com. All bid submissions must include a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationships and a sworn Iran Business Affidavit.

This procurement is designated as a non-prevailing wage project, which may affect labor cost considerations for responding contractors. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or restrictions on organization types are mentioned in the available documentation. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or integration requirements with existing infrastructure or technology are identified in the announcement. Interested contractors are requested to indicate their bidding intent and identify which bid divisions their company plans to pursue prior to submission. Specific award values or budget ranges for the project are not disclosed in the bid announcement. Post-bid interviews and Board of Education approvals are scheduled for future determination following the bid opening.