SCCPSS Alternative Schools Renovations

The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System (SCCPSS) is soliciting bids for Bid C26-08, a comprehensive renovation project for the old Mercer Middle School located in Garden City, Georgia. The project will transform the facility to accommodate four distinct school programs: Building Bridges High School, Building Bridges Middle School, Wings Elementary, and SCELA. The renovation encompasses extensive work including site, structural, architectural, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical system upgrades, with a substantial completion date set for May 1, 2027. Bidders must submit electronic proposals through the SCCPSS Purchasing Department e-Procurement portal by December 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for November 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The contract will be awarded on a base bid basis plus selected alternates to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest total bid, with liquidated damages of $500 per calendar day for failing to meet the completion deadline.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though bidders must meet comprehensive qualification requirements. Contractors must provide current business licenses, insurance certificates, and corporate registrations, with specific insurance coverage requirements including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and builders risk insurance. Bidders must demonstrate financial stability, appropriate licensing, and a safety record with an Experience Modification Rate not exceeding an average of 1.0 over the past three years. While the exact budget is not explicitly stated in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the renovation and the multiple volumes of project manuals suggest a significant capital investment. The school district reserves the right to reject any bid, negotiate terms, and cancel the solicitation before contract execution. Contractors must also comply with E-Verify requirements and provide various affidavits certifying their legal and ethical standing in public transactions.