UCS bid ADV. 2026 playground improvements

Utica Community Schools (UCS) in Macomb County, Michigan is soliciting sealed bids for the 2026 Playground Improvements project, a capital construction initiative estimated at $2,725,000.00. The procurement encompasses comprehensive playground renovation work across multiple school sites, including removal of existing playground equipment and engineered wood fiber (EWF), installation of new playground equipment, underdrain installation, and installation of concrete borders around playgrounds. Additional deliverables include minor paving improvements to HMA play pads, joint seal application, seal coat and striping of play pads and parking lots, and right-of-way improvements at Duncan Elementary. Sealed bids must be submitted by 2:00 PM local time on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at the UCS offices located at 11303 Greendale, Sterling Heights, Michigan 48312, where bids will be publicly opened and read aloud via Zoom meeting. A Pre-Bid Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM via Zoom to allow prospective bidders to ask questions and clarify project requirements. Plans and specifications are available from AEW beginning Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with contact information provided as aterry@aewinc.com or (586) 726-1234. All bids must include a sworn and notarized Affidavit of Compliance with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act and a sworn and notarized Familial Relationship Disclosure Statement, with bids lacking either required document subject to rejection.

The solicitation document does not specify set-aside designations, restrictions on respondent eligibility, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, incumbent vendors, or integration with existing infrastructure or technology. Bids received after the March 26, 2026 deadline will be returned unopened and will not be considered for award. AEW will maintain a plan-holder list and provide updates on pertinent project information to interested bidders throughout the procurement process. The estimated project budget of $2,725,000.00 represents the anticipated construction cost for all work outlined in the bid documents.