TI Technology Infrastructure

Northview Public Schools is soliciting competitive sealed bids for Bid Package T1 Technology Infrastructure through a formal procurement process. The District seeks proposals for network and wireless infrastructure improvements along with replacement of fiber optic wide area network (WAN) cabling to enhance the organization's technology systems. Bidders are required to submit sworn and notarized disclosure statements in compliance with Michigan Compiled Law (MCL) 380.127 that identify any familial relationships between the bidder, bidder's employees, and members of the Board of Education or the Superintendent. Bid documents are available for examination and distribution beginning December 13, 2019, through BuildingConnected.com, with proposals due by January 21, 2020, at 9:00 AM local time, at which point bids will be publicly opened. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2019, at 9:00 AM as an online meeting with building walk-throughs available to attendees, though attendance is optional. All bidders must submit bid security in the form of either a surety bond from a qualified surety authorized to conduct business in Michigan or a certified or cashier's check equal to five percent of the Base Bid amount. The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids in whole or in part, waive informalities or irregularities, accept bid alternates, and award the contract in any manner deemed in its best interests.

The advertisement does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on the types of organizations eligible to respond. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing technology integration requirements are identified in the procurement documentation. Additionally, the advertisement does not disclose specific pricing terms, budget ranges, award values, or funding sources for this technology infrastructure project. Interested bidders should consult the complete bid documents available on BuildingConnected.com for comprehensive technical specifications, evaluation criteria, and contract terms prior to submitting their proposals.