Veterinary Technician Classroom Remodel

Fox Valley Technical College is soliciting sealed bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) #26021, a Veterinary Technician Classroom Remodel project located at the Apple Valley Veterinary Clinic in Appleton, Wisconsin. The procurement involves transforming multiple first-floor rooms into a single 566 square foot classroom space, with comprehensive renovation work spanning general trades, HVAC, electrical, flooring, acoustical ceilings, casework, and painting. The project requires a single general contractor capable of executing complex technical modifications, including heat pump replacement, mechanical system reconfiguration, and electrical device relocations. The mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with bid submissions due on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness to specifications, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all technical and performance requirements, as determined by the FVTC District Board and Wisconsin Technical College System Board.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must register on DemandStar to receive bid notifications and must provide bid security of 5% of the total bid amount, with successful bidders required to furnish performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract value. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 in commercial general liability, $1,000,000 in comprehensive automobile coverage, and appropriate workers' compensation coverage. While specific budget details are not disclosed, the project is funded through Fox Valley Technical College's capital improvement budget, with an estimated project timeline targeting substantial completion by Friday, January 2, 2026. The project start date is anticipated no earlier than Monday, November 10, 2025, and the college reserves the right to negotiate contract terms and reject any or all bids. Technical specifications are comprehensively detailed in the accompanying construction documents, which provide explicit guidance on materials, installation methods, and performance expectations.