This is an invitation to bid for the 2026 Sidewalk Replacement Program in Garden City, Michigan. The project involves replacing deficient sidewalks throughout the city. The anticipated start date is May 11, 2026, with substantial completion by November 27, 2026. Bids must be submitted in two copies to the City Clerk's office by 10:00 AM EST on Monday, April 13, 2026. All Requests for Information (RFIs) must be emailed to Nick Yuvan, PE, by Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. Contract documents can be downloaded from BidNet. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond, a completed itemized bid sheet, a signed Exhibit A proposal, and two project references with similar scope. Bids will be assessed based on cost-effectiveness, similar past project experience, and ability to respond promptly. Bidders may not withdraw their bid within 60 days after the bid opening.
The project is anticipated to be substantially completed by November 27, 2026.
The bid notice does not explicitly state payment terms. However, Article 5 of the General Conditions mentions progress payments will be made approximately 35 days after submittal of pay requests, and final payment will be made upon final completion and acceptance of the work.
Article 13 of the General Conditions states that the contractor warrants and guarantees that all work will be in accordance with the contract documents and will not be defective. A two-year correction period is also mentioned for defective work after substantial completion.
The owner and engineer will assess bids based on cost-effectiveness, similar past project experience, and ability to respond promptly when needed.
Bidders must be prepared to submit written evidence of qualifications within five days of request, including financial data, previous experience, and evidence of authority to conduct business in the jurisdiction. A 5% bid bond, completed itemized bid sheet, completed and signed Exhibit A proposal, and 2 project references with similar scope are required for a complete bid submittal.
Article 3. 2 of the Agreement states that the contractor shall pay the owner $500 for each day that expires after the specified completion date as liquidated damages for delay.
Before submitting a bid, each bidder must visit the site to familiarize itself with local conditions.
The bid notice does not explicitly mention sample submission requirements.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the bid.
