RFP-LAKE-260000002329-2 | Lakeview Elementary Digital Signs

The Lakeview School District is soliciting bids for the turnkey installation of four double-sided, internally illuminated LED digital monument signs at its elementary schools in Battle Creek, Michigan, including Minges Brook, Prairieview, Riverside, and Westlake Elementary. The project requires full demolition of existing signs and foundations, supply and installation of structural steel, aluminum cabinets with polyurethane finishes, masonry bases with thin brick veneer, and integrated cloud-based content management software featuring cellular communications, remote diagnostics, and no recurring fees. All signage must meet specified technical criteria, including a maximum 10mm pixel pitch, automatic brightness adjustment, and emergency messaging capabilities. The contractor must submit sealed structural calculations by a Michigan-licensed Professional Engineer, provide comprehensive 5-year warranties covering all components, deliver as-built drawings, O&M manuals, software credentials, and complete four hours of onsite training for district personnel. Compliance with AISC, NEC, and Michigan Electrical Code standards is mandatory, and all work must be performed in accordance with Attachment A’s technical drawings and specifications. Contractors are required to submit physical proposals by 2:00 PM on July 22, 2026, to the district’s administration office, with no electronic submission permitted. Mandatory certifications include a notarized Non-Collusion Affidavit, Iran Economic Sanctions Certification, Familial Relationship Disclosure under Michigan Public Act 517 of 2012, and Conflict of Interest Certification, along with a completed W-9 form and proof of insurance. All bid documents must include technical submittals such as shop drawings, product data, paint and brick samples, and software documentation. The solicitation does not specify a contract value, as pricing fields remain blank, indicating that offers will be evaluated based on compliance and cost. While the scope is clearly defined, no evaluation factors, award basis, or payment terms are detailed in the available documentation. Acceptance occurs at the project site following operational testing and submission of all closeout documentation, with inspection rights retained by the district for structural fabrication and final installation. No federal contract clauses, MIL-STD references, or CAGE/UEI requirements are included, and all compliance obligations are rooted in Michigan state regulations.