RFP for Construction of a Maint & Transp Build

Mattawan Consolidated School District is seeking construction services for a new Maintenance & Transportation Building through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The project, located in Van Buren County, Michigan, involves constructing a Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB) with multiple bid packages covering site concrete, masonry, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, technology, and related trades. Sealed bids are due by 11:00 AM on September 12, 2025, with no pre-bid meeting scheduled. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond and comprehensive documentation, including insurance certificates, W-9 forms, and three sworn affidavits regarding familial relationships, public contracting eligibility, and Iran-linked business status. The construction is scheduled to commence in October 2025 with expected completion in October 2026, overseen by AVB Construction, LLC as the Construction Manager and TowerPinkster as the design firm. Evaluation criteria will likely include bid price, technical compliance, insurance documentation, and adherence to prevailing wage requirements as specified in the Michigan Department of Labor's official rate schedule.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions mentioned for disadvantaged enterprises in the procurement documents. The project encourages local participation but does not mandate it as a requirement for contract award. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), automobile liability, workers' compensation, and umbrella liability coverage. While a precise total project budget is not explicitly stated, the detailed bid package and multiple work categories suggest a substantial capital investment. Subcontractors are required to provide a minimum two-year warranty from the date of final owner's acceptance, with potential for extended warranties on specific components. The project will be funded through a school district bond initiative, with Bid Package 2A previously awarded for PEMB and initial site preparation. Potential bidders must demonstrate technical capability, safety compliance with MIOSHA standards, and ability to meet the project's complex construction and documentation requirements.