Town of Mercer - Mercer Public Library Renovation (FFP 24-19)

The Town of Mercer, Wisconsin is seeking sealed bids for a comprehensive public library renovation project funded through the State of Wisconsin's Flexible Facilities Program (FFP) and the U.S. Department of Treasury's Capital Projects Fund. The procurement opportunity, identified as FFP 24-19, solicits construction and renovation services for the Mercer Public Library, with specific deliverables including the purchase and installation of cabinetry, commercial grade carpet tile replacement throughout the facility, wood flooring repair or refinishing, and ventilation system installation. Key project objectives include creating four new meeting room pods, upgrading equipment in meeting spaces, and enhancing the Memory Lab to improve multi-purpose functionality with high-speed internet access for remote work, education, and telehealth services. Proposals must be submitted by email or physical delivery to the Mercer Public Library by 5:00 PM on Thursday, August 14, 2025, with an anticipated contract authorization in September 2025 and project completion expected by May 15, 2026. The evaluation process will utilize a 120-point rating system that assesses factors such as project coordinator experience, completion history, references, community familiarity, responsiveness to specifications, cost-effectiveness, and overall project budget alignment.

The procurement opportunity explicitly encourages participation from small businesses, minority-owned businesses (MBEs), women-owned business enterprises (WBEs), disabled veteran-owned businesses (DVBs), and firms located in labor surplus markets. Bidders are not required to be prequalified, but must submit a bid security as specified in Wisconsin Statutes 66.0901 and 60.47. The contract will be subject to federal regulations including the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, and federal and state equal opportunity provisions. No bidder may withdraw their proposal within 30 days of the bid opening, and the contract may be funded wholly or partially through the state grant. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the comprehensive renovation scope suggests a significant investment in modernizing the Mercer Public Library's facilities. The procurement process provides additional evaluation points for proposals from disadvantaged business enterprises, creating opportunities for diverse contractors to compete for the renovation project.