Secure entries and sound systems

Caledonia Community Schools in Kent County, Michigan, is seeking proposals for a District-Wide Security and Audio Improvements project involving secure entries and sound systems across multiple school buildings. The procurement is structured as a single contract with one contractor responsible for coordinating all required work across trades. Bids are due on March 21, 2019, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for March 14, 2019, at 2:00 PM, beginning at the Middle School main office and proceeding to other district locations. The project timeline includes an anticipated contract award on April 24, 2019, construction start on June 10, 2019, and substantial completion expected by August 9, 2019. Bidders must provide a 5% bid security in the form of a bid bond or certified/cashier's check, and submit performance and labor/material payment bonds covering 100% of the project value. Additional mandatory submission requirements include a sworn statement disclosing familial relationships with school board members and an Affidavit of Compliance with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act.

The procurement does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidding documents will be available after March 7, 2019, through GMB's website and Plan Command site. The project is subject to Michigan use and sales tax and does not require prevailing wages. The owner reserves the right to accept or reject any bids and will keep proposals valid for 90 days from the bid opening date. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the security and audio improvements across multiple school buildings suggests a potentially significant project investment. Bidders should be prepared to demonstrate capabilities in secure entry systems and audio infrastructure improvements, with the ability to coordinate and execute work across multiple school locations within the specified project timeline.