Renovation of an educational facility in Buchanan, Michigan. Completed plans call for the renovation of a educational facility.

Buchanan Community Schools will be seeking qualified contractors to submit bids for a DESIGN BUILD Air Conditioning Upgrade located at 401 W Chicago St, Buchanan, MI 49107. A detailed scope of work that outlines the project requirements will be posted week of January 6, 2025 1. Buchanan Community Schools is currently seeking qualified contractors to submit bids for the following HVAC projects: a. Band/Choir Room Areas Air Conditioner Upgrade b. Media Center Air Conditioning Upgrade c. Art Room Main Classroom HVAC Upgrade d. CTE Classroom Air Conditioning Upgrade 1. Assessment: Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the existing HVAC roof units to identify any faults, damages, or areas requiring repair. 2. Repair Plan: Develop a detailed repair plan outlining the necessary steps, materials, and timeline required for new air conditioning on the areas mentioned. 3. Included in scope for Band Room/Choir Room Areas: 4. Remove and properly dispose existing 1993 air conditioning equipment 5. Provide and install (1) new Trane roof condensing unit 6. Provide and install new refrigeration piping from new roof condensing unit to existing Air Handling unit 7. Provide and install (1) new evaporator coil; new coil will be positioned into the existing AHU 8. All associated refrigeration specialties, TXV, capacity controls, and low ambient controls 9. Crane 10.Permit 11. Roof curbs and flashing 12.Test and balance 13.Line voltage disconnect/reconnect 14.Building management controls upgrade 15.Start-up procedures and documentation 1 Scope of work for Media Center; The media center currently does not have air conditioning and the current AHU that serves the area will not support the addition of air conditioning. The current AHU will remain for heating and fresh air supply. 16.Present a comprehensive design build application to provide air conditioning to the media center. All line voltage and building management controls to be included in scope. Engineered drawings, plan review and permitting will be required Scope of work for Art Room Classroom HVAC Upgrade: Present a comprehensive design build application to provide air conditioning to the Art Room classroom 17.Include all line voltage and building management controls 18.Engineered drawings, plan review and permitting will be required Scope of work for CTE Classroom: Installation of new gas fired RTU with air conditioning to serve space 19.Sizing of RTU by contractor is required with submittal for Buchana schools to review 20.All ductwork 21.Building management controls 22.Line voltage installation 23.Roofing and curb flashing 24.Engineered drawings, plan review and permitting 25.Test and balance 26.Start up and documentation 27.Replacement Parts: Procure any replacement parts or components necessary for the repair, ensuring compatibility and quality. 28.Repair Execution: Execute the repair work efficiently and professionally, adhering to industry standards and safety protocols. 29.Testing and Validation: Conduct thorough testing and validation post-repair to ensure that the HVAC units are operating effectively and efficiently. 30.Documentation: Provide comprehensive documentation of the repair process, including before-and-after photos, invoices, and warranty information for any replaced parts. 31.Cleanup: Remove and dispose of all debris and other materials from the site. 32.Inspection: Perform a final inspection to ensure that new units meet all quality and safety standards. Notice to Proceed: February 19, 2025 Substantial Start Date: June 9, 2025 Substantial completion must be achieved by : August 18, 2025 Project Final Completion: August 22, 2025 Question Deadline 01/16/2025 at 9:00 AM ET If you have any questions or require additional information regarding this Request for Proposal (RFP), please make the request via email to: mkurland@buchananschools.com In many cases, bid security such as a bid bond or certified check is required to accompany proposals for Michigan public school HVAC RFPs. Buchanan Community Schools reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive informalities or irregularities in the proposal submission process, and to negotiate further with any proposing parties.