USD 383 Theodore Roosevelt and Bluemont HVAC Replacement

Issued for Construction: 10/9/2026
1.1 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION
A. Project Name: Theodore Roosevelt and Bluemont Elementary HVAC Systems Replacement.
B. USD 383, hereinafter may be referred to as Owner
1.2 NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS
A. These documents constitute an Invitation to Bid to Contractors for the construction of the project described below.
1.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
A. Summary Project Description: The project consists of replacing the existing HVAC systems at Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School and Bluemont Elementary School.
B. Contract Scope: Construction, demolition, renovation, and facility operations during occupancy.
C. Contract Terms: Lump sum (fixed price).
D. The currently occupied premises at the project site are open for examination by bidders on 16 October 2026. A pre-bid meeting will be conducted at 9:00 AM at Bluemont Elementary School after which the premises will be open to bidders. Theodore Roosevelt will be open to bidders beginning at 10:00 AM. Failure to attend the pre-bid meeting may be grounds for dismissal of bid.
1.4 PROJECT CONSULTANTS
A. The Engineer: LST Consulting Engineers, PA.
1. Address: 4809 Vue Du Lac Place, Suite 201.
2. City, State, Zip: Manhattan, Kansas 66503.
3. Phone: 785.587.8042.
1.5 PROCUREMENT TIMETABLE
A. Last Request for Substitution Due: 7 days prior to due date of bids.
B. Bid Opening: 04 November 2026 at 2:00 PM local time.
1. Bids will be received at the following location:
Manhattan-Ogden Schools USD 383
Lincoln Education Center
901 Poyntz Avenue
Manhattan, Kansas 66502
C. Bids May Not Be Withdrawn Until: 30 days after due date.
D. Contract Time: To be stated in bid documents.
E. Access to the facility:
1. Full Access:
a. The Contractor shall have full and unrestricted access to the facilities beginning 24 May 2027.
b. From this date forward, Contractor shall be permitted continuous access for construction activities until Substantial Completion.
2. Limited Access:
a. Prior to 24 May 2027, the facilities will remain occupied and in use for school operations.
b. Contractor shall be permitted limited access only during designated school breaks as follows:
i. 21 December 2026 through 3 January 2027 (Winter Break)
ii. 12 March 2027 through 19 March 2027 (Spring Break)
3. Requirements During Limited Access Periods
a. Plan and schedule work that can be initiated and completed within the allotted timeframe, or left in a safe and secured condition if incomplete.
b. Coordinate all activities to avoid disruption of school operations when classes are in session.
c. Confine operations to designated areas authorized by the Owner.
d. Restore facility to safe, occupiable condition prior to resumption of school operations.
F. Desired Substantial Completion Date: 23 July 2027.
G. Desired Final Completion Date: 30 July 2027.
1.6 PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTS
A. Availability of Documents:
1. Copies of Construction Documents can be seen or purchased for a non-refundable fee on-lineat www.drexeltech.com in their eDistribution plan room, in the "Public Jobs" link. Additional assistance is available at distribution@drexeltech.com, Drexel Technologies, 10840 West 86th Street, Lenexa, Kansas 66214, 913.371.4430.
1.7 BID SECURITY
A. Bid Security will be required in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders.
B. Bonds will be required in accordance with the Supplementary Conditions.