Mason ES - HVAC Modifications

The contract involves the construction of HVAC modifications at Mason Elementary School in Duluth, Georgia, with bids due by September 16, 2025, at 3:00 PM local time. Bidders must submit sealed bids in person at the Gwinnett County Board of Education's designated location, with no acceptance of faxed or emailed proposals. The project scope requires furnishing all labor, materials, and services necessary for the HVAC upgrade, with a project start date of May 26, 2026, and completion by July 21, 2026. The procurement process mandates that all bidders be licensed in Georgia and submit a completed AIA Document A305 Contractor’s Qualification Statement prior to receiving bid documents, which must demonstrate the contractor’s ability to perform similar projects and include references. A 5% bid bond must accompany each bid, and successful bidders and key subcontractors are required to provide 100% performance and payment bonds from surety companies licensed in Georgia, meeting specific financial and rating standards. The selection process emphasizes compliance with procedural and qualification requirements, including mandatory attendance at a pre-bid conference scheduled for September 3, 2025. The contract will be awarded on a lump sum basis to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder who meets all qualification, bonding, and procedural criteria. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive technicalities. The project timeline, bonding, and licensing standards are strictly enforced, with the entire process governed by state and local regulations, and the technical details contained within the plans and specifications available only after qualification. The contract emphasizes procedural integrity, bonding security, and timely performance, with no explicit federal or military standards referenced.