Paving Improvements at North Elementary School and Jefferson High School

Separate sealed proposals for Prime Contractors are invited for the following construction work: Paving Improvements at North Elementary School, 8281 N. Dixie Hwy., Newport, MI., 48166 (#22013) and at Jefferson High School, 5707 Williams Rd., Newport, MI. 48166 (#22015) for Jefferson Consolidated Schools, 5707 Williams Rd., Newport, MI. 48166. Proposals are to be separate per project and complete, including all trades (Sub-Contractors and Suppliers), as the successful Contractor will be considered a Prime Contractor entering into a direct contract with the Owner. These meetings are for the Prime Contractors, (NOT Sub-Contractors), to gain knowledge about the project and submit proof of qualifications for pre-approval. The Architect's Project Manager, will be at this meeting to collect proof of qualification documentation, clarify the bidding procedures, scope of work, identify any items of concern and answer questions from the Bidders for their preparation and submission of representative competitive bids. It is the Contractor's responsibility to assure the Architect has been furnished all necessary pre-approval information as listed in Instructions to bidders at or prior to this meeting. The Architect will assemble an official list of approved bidders two days after the mandatory pre-bid meeting. The list will be limited to Contractors who attend the entire pre-bid meeting, have signed an official attendance list, have checked out official plans and specifications from the Architect, and meet the minimum Contractor qualifications as listed in the Instructions to Bidders. Bids submitted by Contractors who are not on the approved bidders list or do not meet these pre-bid requirements will not be opened and will be returned to the bidder. PROPOSAL GUARANTEE: The proposal must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond by an approved surety company in the amount of five percent (5%) of the proposal submitted payable to the Owner. Proposals shall remain firm for a period of forty-five (60) days after official opening of bids. CONTRACT SECURITY: The successful Contractor will be required to furnish performance, labor and material bonds, each in the full amount of the proposal if payments are issued prior to completion and/or the contract is $50,000.00 or more. FAMILIAL DISCLOSURE: All bidders must provide disclosure in compliance with MCL 380.1267 and attach this information to the bid. The bid shall be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the Owner or the employee of the bidder and any member of the board, intermediate school board, or board of directors or the superintendent of the school district, intermediate superintendent of the intermediate school district, or chief executive officer of the public school academy. The District shall not accept a bid that does not include this sworn and notarized disclosure statement. IRAN ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ACT COMPLIANCE: All bidders must provide a sworn and notarized statement in compliance with Iran Economic Sanctions Act, Michigan Public Act No. 517 of 2012 and attach this information to the bid. The District shall not accept a bid that does not include this sworn and notarized statement. RIGHT RESERVED BY OWNER: The Owner reserves the right to waive any irregularities, reject any or all bids, or accept the bid that in the opinion of the Owner, will serve the best interests of the Owner. Post Bid Interviews October 12-14, 2022 Architect Recommendation October 14, 2022 Owner Awards Project October 24, 2022 Notice to Proceed Letters October 25, 2022 Pre-Construction Meeting T.B.D. Physical Construction June 19, 2023 - August 18, 2023 Substantial Completion August 18, 2023 Final Completion September 18, 2023 Project locations - North Elementary School, 8281 N. Dixie Hwy., Newport, MI., 48166 (#22013) and at Jefferson High School, 5707 Williams Rd., Newport, MI. 48166 (#22015)

Division 31 -	Earthwork, Earthwork Methods.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Bases, Ballasts, and Paving, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways.