RFP-GRP-260000002355-1 | RFP - COMMISSIONING

Grand Rapids Public Schools is soliciting commissioning services for the 2023 Bond Program through RFP-GRP-260000002355-1, with responses due by July 28, 2026. The scope of work focuses on comprehensive commissioning of building systems including HVAC, building automation, lighting controls, emergency generators, and domestic hot water at Alger Middle School in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The selection process follows a Qualification-Based Selection methodology, prioritizing firm qualifications, team experience, demonstrated expertise in educational facilities, feasibility of the work plan, and alignment with district goals over price. Price submissions are required in a sealed envelope and are only considered after technical evaluation. The contract requires adherence to AIA Document C103-2015 and C203-2017 provisions, with deliverables including a Commissioning Plan, Functional Performance Test Reports, training logs, startup documentation, and a final certification report. Performance must conform to the Owner’s Project Requirements and Basis of Design, with inspections and acceptance occurring on-site at the project location. Mandatory certifications include affidavits related to criminal background, non-collusion, debarment status, familial relationships, and compliance with Michigan’s Iran Economic Sanctions Act. All proposers must submit four hard copies and one electronic PDF of the proposal, with a separate sealed envelope containing fee details in Excel format. Proposals are subject to strict page limits, and key personnel must provide detailed resumes and project histories. No CLINs, pricing schedules, or federal accounting codes are included, and the contract value is not specified. The work is governed by ASHRAE Guideline 0-2019, with no explicit reference to other standards such as ASHRAE, NFPA, or ISO. All services are to be performed in Michigan, with no FOB terms applicable. The Department of Facilities Management & Planning is the contracting office, and Dale Cammenga serves as the primary point of contact. No award will be made on a lowest price technically acceptable basis; instead, the highest qualified firm will be selected based on qualitative assessment.