RFP-GIR-260000001926-5 | Forest Hill Nature Center - New Building

The Forest Hill Nature Center - New Building project is a solicitation issued by the Gratiot-Isabella Regional Educ, a SLED agency based in Ithaca, Michigan, for the construction of a new nature center in Seville Township, Gratiot County. The solicitation number is RFP-GIR-260000001926-5, posted on May 20, 2026, with bids due by May 26, 2026. The project scope includes full architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and plumbing construction for both Phase 1 and Phase 2, encompassing floor plans, foundation systems, roof framing, subgrade reconstruction, and integration of potable water systems certified to NSF 61 and compliant with ICC (IPC). Required standards include concrete at 3000 psi minimum, grout meeting ASTM C1107 with 5000-psi strength, lean concrete fill at 2500 psi with engineer approval, and pipe hangers compliant with MSS SP-58. All materials must be delivered in original manufacturer packaging with full labeling, including product name, specification numbers, manufacturer details, and application instructions for paint and insulation. The contract is governed by AIA Document A101-2007 as the Agreement and AIA Document A201-2007 as the General Conditions, supplemented by specific amendments and a Project Manual dated April 24, 2269, along with an Insurance and Bonds Exhibit. The procurement follows a lowest responsible bidder model, with compliance and funding as mandatory pass/fail gates—bids must adhere strictly to all bidding document requirements and not exceed available funds. Alternates may be accepted in any combination, and the Owner retains the right to waive irregularities if in their best interest. Bidders must submit three copies of the proposal in a sealed opaque envelope with bid security of five percent of the base bid, either as a certified check or bid bond, valid for 90 days. All bids must include completed affidavits regarding familial relationships, compliance with Michigan’s School Safety Initiative Legislation, and adherence to the Iran Economic Sanctions Act. Payment applications must follow AIA G702 and G703 forms, using a Schedule of Values allocated across work items with a proportional share of overhead and profit. The Contractor must submit detailed progress schedules using horizontal bar charts, show monthly completion percentages, and provide two