Roof & HVAC Upgrade Projects

The West Shore Education Service District (WSESD) in Ludington, Michigan, is soliciting bids for a comprehensive Roof Replacement and HVAC Upgrade Project covering approximately 46,073 square feet of facility infrastructure. The procurement involves two distinct contract opportunities: a roof replacement utilizing a fully adhered 60 mil EPDM roofing system and an HVAC upgrade that includes replacing existing boilers, heating pumps, condensing units, and cooling coils in air handling units. Bidders must attend a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for March 5, 2025, at 1:00 PM, with formal bid proposals due by 2:00 PM EST on March 21, 2025. Evaluation criteria will focus on total long-term cost, quality, suitability, conformity to specifications, delivery terms, and past vendor performance. Bidders are required to submit a 5% bid security in the form of a Bid Bond, and the successful contractor will need to provide 100% Performance and Payment Bonds. The project is designed for substantial completion by November 1, 2025, with final completion targeted for December 15, 2025, and requires compliance with Michigan Rehabilitation Code for Existing Buildings, ADA standards, and relevant mechanical, electrical, and plumbing codes.

Local business participation is strongly encouraged for this procurement, though specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the documentation. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including qualification forms, Iran Business Relationship Affidavits, and local business utilization forms. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project requires integration with existing facility infrastructure at the WSESD central office located at 2130 W. U.S. 10 in Ludington. Though a specific budget range is not provided, the complexity of the project involving both roofing and HVAC systems suggests a significant capital investment. Bid documents can be accessed through Kendra C. Thompson Architects, PC, viewed at the WSESD offices, downloaded from the WSESD website (www.wsesd.org), or obtained through local Builders Exchanges in Grand Rapids and Traverse City. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive informalities in the bidding process, or accept bids other than the lowest when deemed in the best interest of the project.