RFP - Welding Lab

Van Buren Intermediate School District is requesting bids on a welding lab construction project (Project 5-6730, VBISD CTE Improvements) with proposals due June 11, 2026. The project is organized into 16 bid categories spanning selective demolition, concrete, masonry, general trades, metal wall panels, doors and frames, aluminum and glass, drywall and acoustical work, painting, fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC, HVAC controls, HVAC commissioning, electrical, earthwork, and fencing.

Work includes selective demolition of existing elements, installation of a new precast mezzanine structure with protective railings, comprehensive mechanical and electrical systems, fire suppression infrastructure, and interior finishes. The scope encompasses welding booths, laboratory equipment, custom wood benches, signage, and metal lockers. Specifications address structural shoring and engineering requirements, fire-rated wall construction with acoustic sealants, asbestos removal by qualified contractors, and independent commissioning of HVAC systems. Addendum 001, issued May 28, 2026, introduced three new specification sections (pipe and tube railing, door hardware schedule, and door hardware requirements) and revised eleven existing specification sections and drawing sheets to incorporate project clarifications including mezzanine protective railings, paint and stain system specifications for benches in designated rooms, updated door and frame schedules with hardware set numbers, compressed air routing to dust collector, revised HVAC supply and exhaust grille details, additional hydronic system components, mechanical control diagram revisions, and electrical plan modifications including additional fire alarm pull stations.

Bidders must acknowledge receipt of Addendum 001 on the proposal form. Contractors are responsible for providing their own dumpsters for hazardous materials and specialty demolition items and for daily cleanup. The architect-engineer is GMB (616.796.0200) and construction management is GDK Construction (616.355.0300).