Window Replacement Bid RFP

Marion Public Schools in Macomb County, Michigan, is soliciting bids for a comprehensive window replacement project at Marion Middle/High School through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) issued on June 27, 2019. The procurement involves removing 37 existing aluminum storefront windows with 1/4" glazing and installing 37 new Tubelite aluminum storefront windows with 1" insulated glazing. The project scope includes 21 classroom windows with operable egress casement windows, 2 kitchen area windows with operable casement windows and screens, 2 classroom windows with aluminum insulated panels for A/C unit installation, and 4 Press Box windows to be replaced with Litex sliding windows. Sealed bids will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on July 12, 2019, with project work expected to commence on or after June 30, 2019, and be completed by August 30, 2019. Contractors must provide comprehensive documentation including insurance certificates, references, and demonstrate compliance with safety regulations. The windows must meet specific material and performance standards, including clear anodized aluminum finish, 1" insulated glazing with low-E coating, and compliance with NFPA Life Safety 101 standards.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on bidding organizations are explicitly mentioned, contractors must adhere to strict safety and material compliance requirements. Bidders must handle potential asbestos-containing materials with appropriate awareness training and ensure all materials are asbestos and lead-free. One window in each classroom will be designated as an emergency exit and marked accordingly. Marion Public Schools reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to award the contract to the most advantageous bidder. Although the total project budget is not specified in the document, contractors are required to submit a total bid price. The procurement emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and technical specifications as key evaluation criteria. Potential bidders should carefully review the detailed requirements and be prepared to demonstrate their capability to meet the school district's stringent window replacement specifications.