Veteran's Affairs Remodel

The County of Ottawa is seeking qualified contractors to bid on a professional construction services project for renovating office space at 12130 Fillmore in West Olive, Michigan, specifically for the Veteran's Affairs department. The renovation involves converting existing office space into a conference room, breakroom, collaboration space, and updated offices with enhanced safety and security features and compliance with ADA standards. The project aims to decrease current office space and modernize the facility, with construction scheduled for completion by May 1, 2026. Key procurement dates include a voluntary site visit on November 5, 2025, a bid deadline of November 17, 2025, and an estimated contract start date of January 2, 2026. Bidders must be experienced contractors with at least three years of continuous business in similar construction services, provide professional references, demonstrate safety compliance with MIOSHA standards, and possess necessary trade licenses. The solicitation includes an Alternate 1 option for replacing existing lighting fixtures with 47 new Lithonia LED fixtures, and bidders will be evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and ability to meet project specifications.

Contractors responding to this opportunity must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including minimum liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate, and an umbrella liability coverage of $5,000,000. Performance and payment bonds are required for contracts exceeding $50,000, and the County of Ottawa is tax-exempt. While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation, the project emphasizes contractor experience and professional capabilities. The bid process allows potential bidders to submit questions by November 7, 2025, with addendum to be issued by November 12, 2025. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive requirements and detailed renovation scope suggest a substantial project investment. The project represents a significant opportunity for construction firms with expertise in office renovations, ADA compliance, and institutional facility improvements.