This is a public tender notice for interior renovations at the Bay Arenac ISD Living and Learning Center. The project involves construction and demolition with a lump sum fixed price contract. Potential bidders are required to prequalify and attend a mandatory bidders conference. Bid security in the form of a bid bond (minimum 5% of bid amount) is required. Documents can be obtained from the owner's project manager. Inquiries should be directed to Chris Bohinski via email at ***@***. *. * may be issued and will become part of the contract documents. Progress payments will be made according to stipulated intervals, and change orders will be processed as needed. A contingency allowance of $2,**** is included. The owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all offers. Bids must remain irrevocable for 30 days after submission. The contract time will be determined by adding the contract time in weeks to the commencement date. Familiar disclosure, assurances, certifications, and affidavit of compliance regarding Iran economic sanctions act must be submitted with the bid. Performance and labor and material bonds, each for 100% of the contract sum, are required within 15 days of proposal acceptance. The project manual includes detailed specifications for various construction elements such as demolition, concrete, metal framing, carpentry, sealants, doors, hardware, gypsum board, ceilings, flooring, paints, and accessories.
The bid documents do not explicitly state a specific delivery deadline for the completed project. However, the contract time will be determined by adding the contract time in weeks to the commencement date, which is to be entered by the bidder in the bid form.
The bid notice mentions Price and Payment Procedures in Section ****, which includes procedures for preparation and submittal of applications for progress payments at intervals stipulated in the agreement. It also details the use of AIA G702 and G703 forms for these applications.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a warranty period. However, Section **** Execution and Closeout Requirements mentions a maintenance period for components as indicated in specification sections or, if not indicated, not less than one year from the date of substantial completion or the length of the specified warranty, whichever is longer.
The bid notice states, The owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all offers. It also mentions that after acceptance by the owner, the architect will issue a written bid acceptance to the successful bidder.
The bid notice states, All bidders are required to prequalify to the requirements described in document **** Instructions to Bidders.
The bid notice mentions that any person who has submitted a false certification regarding Iran linked business relationships shall be ineligible to bid on future requests for proposals (RFPs) for three (3) years from the date that it is determined that the person has submitted the false certification.
A mandatory bidders conference has been scheduled for 2:30 p. m. on 05/18/2026 at the project location (**** W. Center Rd. , Essexville, MI ****). Visitors should meet near the gated playground around the back of the building. The notice also states, Examine the project site before submitting a bid.
The bid notice does not explicitly mention a requirement for sample submission for the main bid object. However, Section **** Acoustical Ceilings mentions submitting samples for ceiling tile and suspension systems.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a deadline for challenging the bid. However, it mentions that bids shall remain open to acceptance and shall be irrevocable for a period of sixty (60) days after the bid closing date.
