Thrive track bid

Livonia Public Schools is requesting bids on construction of the Garfield Community School THRIVE Fitness Track project in Livonia, Michigan, with bids due October 21, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. and a mandatory pre-bid kick-off meeting on October 7, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. The project is subject to Michigan prevailing wage requirements and AIA Form of Contract terms.

The scope encompasses approximately 8.61 acres of site improvements including demolition of existing asphalt and concrete, construction of a 9-foot asphalt walking track, synthetic turf play surfaces with poured-in-place rubber safety surfacing, concrete sidewalks, drainage systems with perforated draintile, utility coordination, topsoil and seed lawn restoration, deciduous tree planting, and installation of outdoor fitness equipment and recreational amenities. Hot-mix asphalt paving is a major component with two courses (2-inch leveling course at 6% asphalt; 1-inch wearing course at 6% asphalt) required to meet Michigan Department of Transportation and National Asphalt Paving Association standards. Work is scheduled to commence May 17, 2027, with substantial completion required by September 3, 2027. Contractors must commence work within five days of Notice to Proceed and submit scheduling and shop drawings within fifteen days of award.

All pricing must be lump-sum and include labor, materials, equipment, prevailing wage, insurance, permits, bonds, and taxes. Performance and Payment Bonds equal to 100% of final contract value and 5% bid security are required for contracts of $50,000 or more. Proof of insurance is mandatory, including workers' compensation, comprehensive general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence / $3,000,000 aggregate), automobile liability, and $1,000,000 commercial umbrella coverage. Bidders must submit notarized familial disclosure, Iran sanctions compliance, and criminal background check affidavits. References from K-12 school districts performing similar work are required. The written clarification deadline is October 14, 2026. Post-bid interviews are anticipated before the School District's contract consideration on November 9, 2026. The School District reserves the right to award to one or more contractors and reject any or all bids in its sole discretion. Addendum No. 1 was issued October 13, 2026; receipt must be noted on the proposal form or bidder may be disqualified.