RFP for drinking fountain and faucet replacement

Holt Public Schools has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a comprehensive Drinking Fountain Replacement Project targeting compliance with Michigan Filter First Compliance across eight district buildings. The procurement specifically requires the installation of 57 Elkay LZS8WSSP-PF filtered drinking fountains, 50 Elkay Avado KLAV7051 filtered faucets, and 107 Elkay Water Sentry Model 71300C replacement filters. The project aims to ensure safe, accessible, lead-reduced drinking water for students and staff in accordance with Public Act 197 of 2023, which mandates filtered water access points meeting NSF/ANSI certification standards. The selected vendor will be responsible for a district-wide site assessment, removing existing units, managing plumbing and electrical work, ensuring ADA and Michigan state compliance, and providing staff training and documentation. Key evaluation criteria will include company overview, K-12 experience, project timeline, and detailed pricing. The RFP was issued on May 14, 2025, with an optional site visit scheduled for May 21, 2025, at 12:30 PM, and proposals are due on June 6, 2025, at 1:00 PM. The project timeline anticipates a start date of July 1, 2025, with completion targeted for December 31, 2025.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondents were explicitly mentioned, bidders must submit comprehensive proposals including proof of insurance, licensing, and compliance with prevailing wage requirements. The procurement is located in Ingham County, Michigan, with a focus on K-12 educational infrastructure improvements. Bidders will need to provide itemized pricing, warranty and service plans, and professional references demonstrating prior experience in similar educational facility upgrades. Although a specific budget range was not disclosed in the available documentation, the project involves replacing 57 drinking fountains and 50 faucets across eight district buildings, suggesting a potentially significant investment in water infrastructure improvements. The RFP indicates a comprehensive approach to vendor selection, emphasizing technical capability, compliance with state regulations, and commitment to student health and safety.