Window replacement

Baraga Area Schools in Baraga County, Michigan, is seeking a comprehensive window replacement project through a competitive bidding process. The procurement involves removing and replacing existing exterior windows across five designated areas of the school complex, with a base bid focused on installing new aluminum window systems, ballistic security film, and replacing windowsills. The project requires contractors to remove approximately 225 square feet of asbestos-laden material, install thermally broken aluminum frames with tempered glass, and maintain existing color schemes. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 2, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with sealed bids due on October 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. Bidders must submit two copies of their executed offer, provide a bid bond of no less than 10 percent of the bid sum, and demonstrate qualifications for approval by the Architect and Owner. The project includes an alternate bid option for installing manual roller shades and will be awarded under a stipulated sum single-prime contract using AIA Document A105-2017.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project is designed as an open competitive bid, with U.P. Engineers & Architects, Inc. facilitating the procurement process. Bidding documents are available for purchase at $100 for paper copies and $50 for electronic copies. The total project budget is set at $400,000.00, with a contract period spanning from October 16, 2025, to August 21, 2026 - approximately 10 months in duration. The Owner reserves the right to waive irregularities and accept or reject any or all bids, suggesting flexibility in the procurement process. The project appears to be funded through the school district's capital improvement budget and focuses on upgrading window infrastructure, improving building safety, and enhancing energy efficiency across the school's various building sections.