Woodworth Roof

The state and local contract opportunity involves a roof replacement project for Woodworth Elementary School in Leslie Public Schools, located in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. The procurement is a sealed bid process for a comprehensive roof renovation, requiring removal of existing roofing materials and installation of new roofing systems. Bidders must submit proposals by June 3rd, 2025, at 12:00pm, with a mandatory site walkthrough scheduled for May 16th, 2025, at 8:00am. The project scope includes removing existing ballast, perimeter metals, gutters, and downspouts, and installing new 2x6 treated wood nailers, two layers of 2.6" ISO insulation, and either a 40mil DuroLast single-ply membrane (Base Bid) or 60mil EPDM single-ply membrane (Alternate Bid). Contractors must provide a bid security of 5% of their maximum bid price, submit comprehensive documentation including a letterhead proposal and detailed scope of work, and be prepared to comply with insurance and performance bond requirements. The base bid completion date is set for August 15th, 2025, with potential change orders limited to a 10% markup.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on bidder types are explicitly mentioned, the procurement requires bidders to demonstrate comprehensive qualifications and technical capabilities. The owner reserves the right to reject any bid and investigate bidder qualifications before contract award. The project allows for unit pricing for wood replacement and drain retrofitting, suggesting flexibility in the final contract structure. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the complexity of the roofing project and the requirement for detailed technical specifications indicate a potentially significant investment. The procurement appears open to qualified roofing contractors with experience in school facility renovation projects, with the owner maintaining substantial discretion in vendor selection and contract terms.