6906 Bid Office Renovations

Washtenaw Community College 4800 E. Huron River Drive
Purchasing Department - SC Room 326 Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800
Bid # 6906 Office Renovations Phone (734) 677-5231
Bid Issued On: September 15, 2026 Fax (734) 677-5414
Bid Due Date: October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
I. General
1.1 Examination and Procurement of Documents
A. Electronic documents will be available at the following website:
https://www.wccnet.edu/about/purchasing/bids-rfp.php additional documents may be issued
by the Owner and will posted on the website. Vendor is responsible for ensuring have the
most accurate documents; a site visit is required by Owner.
II. Execution
2.1 Examination of Documents and Site
A. Bidders shall carefully examine the Contract Documents and the construction site to
obtain first-hand knowledge of existing conditions and the demolition and construction
requirements of the documents.
B. Successful bidder will be denied any application for extra payments for conditions which
can be determined by visually examining the site and the Contract Documents.
2.2 Pre-bid Meeting / Site Visit
A. A site visit is required and bids will not be accepted from bidders who have not inspected
the site to obtain first-hand knowledge of existing conditions.
B. A pre-bid meeting will be conducted at the start of the scheduled site visit.
C. Each bidder shall inspect the site and become familiar with existing conditions and
limitations of the site, means of access to the site and to work areas, relationship of
existing and new work, and other conditions which might affect the proper performance
and completion of the work.
D. No allowance will be made after bid opening for cost estimation errors attributable to any
failure to account for existing conditions and/or consider of any and all limitations on or of
this scope of work.
E. Successful bidder will be denied any application for extra payments for conditions which
can be determined by visually examining the site.
F. Bidder's representative shall report to the Owner's Representative and register his name,
phone number, and name of the company, signing in as verification of his site visit.
G. The scheduled site visit is as follows:
Date: September 24, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. EDT
Location: Henry Landau Building
Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI
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Washtenaw Community College 4800 E. Huron River Drive
Purchasing Department - SC Room 326 Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800
Bid # 6906 Office Renovations Phone (734) 677-5231
Bid Issued On: September 15, 2026 Fax (734) 677-5414
Bid Due Date: October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT
H. The Owner is not obligated to offer any other times to conduct site visits.
I. Any figured dimensions shown on the Contract Documents are for reference purposes
only. The Contractor is required to verify and confirm all dimension in the field and report
any discrepancies to the Owner's Representative immediately. Contractor's request for
additional payment, additional time, or reconsideration of their bid will be denied if the
claim is based on reliance on the figured dimensions shown on the Contract Documents
only.
2.3 Questions, Interpretations, and Addenda
A. Should any bidder find discrepancies between the site markings and the Construction
Documents, or be in doubt as to their exact meaning, he should notify the Owner at once.
The Owner may then, at his option, issue Addenda clarifying the same to all bidders.
B. The Owner will not be responsible for oral instructions or for the Contractor's
misinterpretations of the Contract Documents.
C. Questions must be directed to Don Harrison, Purchasing Agent at
dharriso1@wccnet.edu. All communication should be directed to the Purchasing
Department. Vendor should NOT contact any department directly with questions. All
questions must be submitted by September 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT. All emails must
reference the bid number and title. All questions received by the deadline date will be
answered and posted to the WCC Budget & Purchasing web-site
https://www.wccnet.edu/about/purchasing/bids-rfp.php by September 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
EDT.
2.4 Bid Security, Bonds, and Insurance
A. A Bid Bond is required in the amount of five percent (5%) for all individual base bid
categories in excess of $50,000.00, and shall be enclosed with the Bid Proposal
B. Performance Bond and Payment Bond requirements are described in the General and/or
Supplementary Conditions and are one hundred percent (100%) of the per base Bid
category, minimum, for all bids in excess of $50,000.00.
C. Insurance requirements are described in the General and Supplementary Conditions.
2.5 Modification and Withdrawal
A. Proposals may be withdrawn and/or changed any time prior to the bid opening.
B. Proposals may not be withdrawn or changed after the bid opening time and shall be
deemed a firm offer continuing for a minimum of ninety (90) calendar days.
C. Bids received after the time and date of the bid opening will not be considered for
Contract award.
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Washtenaw Community College 4800 E. Huron River Drive
Purchasing Department - SC Room 326 Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800
Bid # 6906 Office Renovations Phone (734) 677-5231
Bid Issued On: September 15, 2026 Fax (734) 677-5414
Bid Due Date: October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT
2.6 Receipt of Bids
A. All bids must be received by the WCC Purchasing Department via email pur@wccnet.edu
on or before the date and time as specified. Late bids will not be considered. Telephone
bids will not be accepted. If you have any questions concerning this bid, please do not
hesitate to contact the WCC Purchasing Department.
B. Bids will be received by the Purchasing Department of Washtenaw Community College
until 2:00 p.m. EDT, October 5, 2026. The public opening for Bid 6906 Office
Renovations will be held electronically via the link below:
Public Opening - Bid 6906 Office Renovations
10/05/2026 at 2:30 p.m. EDT
Join Zoom Meeting
https://wccnet-
edu.zoom.us/j/85182558345?pwd=gD6ZlzB6gOTUaXs3E1MGSOLgtqh0be.1
Meeting chat link
https://wccnet-edu.zoom.us/launch/jc/85182558345
Meeting ID: 851 8255 8345
Passcode: 192411
C. Contractor shall complete, sign, and submit the Bid Proposal Form and Washtenaw
Community College Contractor Responsibility Form as a condition of Contract award.
2.7 Codes, Ordinances, Regulations, Etc.
A. All labor and materials shall be furnished and installed in strict accordance with the latest
to-bid-date applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations of any and all governing bodies
that have jurisdiction over this project.
B. If the quality of the labor and materials required by the Drawings and Project Manual
exceeds the requirements of the applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations, the
Drawings and Project Manual shall take precedence.
C. If the quality of the labor and materials required by the applicable codes, ordinances, and
regulations exceed the requirements of the Drawings and Project Manual, then the
applicable codes, ordinances, regulations, etc. shall take precedence.
2.8 Subcontractors and Material Suppliers
A. The successful bidder shall submit to the Owner within 24 hours after Notice of Award, a
complete and final list of all sub-contractors, all material suppliers, and all
superintendents (general construction and principal sub-contractors) he proposes to
engage on the work. Subcontracts and material contracts shall not be awarded unless
and until they have been approved by the Owner. Superintendents (primary contractors
and principal sub-contractors) shall not be changed during the construction on this project
without the Owner's prior approval in writing.
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Washtenaw Community College 4800 E. Huron River Drive
Purchasing Department - SC Room 326 Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800
Bid # 6906 Office Renovations Phone (734) 677-5231
Bid Issued On: September 15, 2026 Fax (734) 677-5414
Bid Due Date: October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT
B. Names of proposed principal sub-contractors must be listed on the Bid Proposal Form.
2.9 Award of Contract
A. Material proposals to be used for the completion of work, the competency, solvency,
reputation, and responsibility of the bidders, start/completion/duration times, and other
issues deemed relevant by the Owner and the Engineer will be considered. All
responsible bidders will receive due consideration before the awarding of this contract.
B. Base Bid categories are considered individual projects and will require separate
contracts.
C. The owner reserves the right to award each base bid separately to one or more bidders,
or to a single bidder based on the total aggregate price of all Base Bid Categories.
D. In the reception of proposals for the Work, the Owner incurs no obligation to accept the
lowest priced proposal.
E. The right to accept or reject any and all bids is reserved by the Owner.
F. The Owner reserves the right to require testimony or legal documents pertaining to the
qualifications of a Contractor.
III. Requirements
3.1 Proof of Insurance - Vendor shall refer to Attachment B - General Conditions Article 11:
Insurance for requirements.
3.2 Contract Terms and Conditions - The awarded vendor(s) will be required to sign a separate
contract for the work to be performed under each Base Bid category. A Sample contract is
included as a substantive part of the 6906 Bid documents (Attachment A - Small Project
Construction Contract).
IV. Bid Scope
4.1 All work shall adhere to all specifications as outlined in the Contract Documents and Bid
Drawings.
4.2 Category 1 Scope of Work: HL Renovation Base Bid
The work of this bid category includes but is not limited to providing all labor, equipment, materials,
scaffolding, hoisting and incidentals to complete the HL Renovation in accordance with the
specifications, drawings and applicable codes. All work is to be performed as shown on the plans
and specified herein.
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Washtenaw Community College 4800 E. Huron River Drive
Purchasing Department - SC Room 326 Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800
Bid # 6906 Office Renovations Phone (734) 677-5231
Bid Issued On: September 15, 2026 Fax (734) 677-5414
Bid Due Date: October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT
THE SCOPE OF WORK IS TO INCLUDE, but is not limited to, the following items:
A. Contractor to manage and coordinate with all other trades necessary to complete the work
per Drawings and Specifications
B. WCC requests that this bid includes a mandatory Allowance. See Specification for this
amount. This amount will be used for potential changes or added scope and will be dictated
for use by WCC. Remaining amounts will be returned at job close-out. The Contractor
shall include this amount in the Base Bid.
C. The construction schedule for this contract will be phased based on the following timeline:
Tentative award Date: 10/15/26
Construction Start: 11/2/26
Project competition: 12/21/26
D. All interior demolition work is to be performed during a 3rd shift, approximately 10p.m. -
6:30 a.m.
E. There is a Mandatory Alternate required for all trade work to be performed on the 3rd shift,
10p.m.- 6:30a.m.
F. Other contracts will be awarded directly to WCC for I.T. Cabling, Flooring/Wall Base,
Painting, and Lighting (Fixtures only). The Contractor to be responsible for coordinating
schedules for this work.
G. Contractor to coordinate all work for proper fit, location and clearance of piping, ductwork,
equipment and accessories to ensure timely completion of work.
H. Contractor to secure and pay for all required permits, licenses, inspections, approvals, and
fees for the work. Contractor will coordinate all inspections with these entities and any
others having jurisdiction over the project. Contractor to provide Permit Costs in the
Base Bid
I. Contractor provides its own equipment and tools necessary to complete this contract. This
includes all vertical lifts, forklifts....
J. Contractor to furnish and install all pipe identification markers, tags, schedules, nameplates
to identify ducts, pipes and mechanical equipment.
K. Contractor to coordinate with WCC on timing and impacts to building. Contractor to include
any premium time or off shift work required to complete system shutdowns and isolations.
L. Restrooms in facility will be available for use by contractor's employees.
M. Contractor's and employees' vehicles are to be parked in designated parking lots (free of
charge). Unloading areas for tools and materials will be available at the building on a
temporary basis. No Contractor parking will be allowed in the parking lot adjacent to the
building (Damon Flowers Bldg Lot).
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Washtenaw Community College 4800 E. Huron River Drive
Purchasing Department - SC Room 326 Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800
Bid # 6906 Office Renovations Phone (734) 677-5231
Bid Issued On: September 15, 2026 Fax (734) 677-5414
Bid Due Date: October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT
N. All material and equipment that will be purchased as part of the project will be the
responsibility of the Contractor to be delivered to the jobsite with just in time approach. NO
deliveries will be accepted at WCC Shipping and Receiving. Any costs associated with
returned items will be paid by Contractor.
O. Contractor to provide startup support, testing and assistance with new equipment.
Contractor to include 3rd party balancing for HVAC systems as required.
P. Contractor is responsible for total removal and disposal of all waste generated from
construction activities. WCC expects that contractor will attempt to separate and recycle
as much as possible. Contractor to provide all dumpsters for the project. Contractor to
provide protection and daily cleanup of workspace and routes in and out of the work zones.
Q. Contractor will work directly (and hold contract if required) with JCI/Simplex for all tie-ins
and communication with Life Safety Systems. Specs and drawings should clearly define
the Sequence of Operations. Please contact Clifford Griffin at (248)755-9054 for more
information.
R. Contractor shall provide a schedule/work plan on obtaining the necessary permits,
materials, and procurement of long-lead items, to begin work and complete the work as
scheduled for review by the Owner within 2 weeks of award. This schedule will need to
include timing requirements for I.T. Cabling, Painting, and Flooring.
S. Contractors will schedule, set up and manage bi-weekly meetings with designers,
subcontractors and WCC reps. These can be virtual. On-site meetings will be set up as
needed.
T. Contractor will utilize Construction Management Software such as Procore, Plan Grid, etc.
that will be implemented within 2 weeks of Award.
U. Contractor to provide barricades, fencing required and signage to maintain required safety
regulations as defined by OSHA.
V. Contractor to coordinate and adhere to all state and local building codes relative to this
contractor's work. This contractor is to obtain and pay for all special permits associated
with the work.
W. Contractor will comply with MI-OSHA requirements for this work.
X. Contractor and all its sub-contractors are to observe the College's non-smoking policy.
4.3 Category 2 Scope of Work: GM 207 Renovation Base Bid
The work of this bid category includes but is not limited to providing all labor, equipment, materials,
scaffolding, hoisting and incidentals to complete the GM 207 Renovation in accordance with the
specifications, drawings and applicable codes. All work is to be performed as shown on the plans
and specified herein.
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Washtenaw Community College 4800 E. Huron River Drive
Purchasing Department - SC Room 326 Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800
Bid # 6906 Office Renovations Phone (734) 677-5231
Bid Issued On: September 15, 2026 Fax (734) 677-5414
Bid Due Date: October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT
THE SCOPE OF WORK IS TO INCLUDE, but is not limited to, the following items:
A. Contractor to manage and coordinate with all other trades necessary to complete the work
per Drawings and Specifications
B. WCC requests that this bid includes a mandatory Allowance. See Specification for this
amount. This amount will be used for potential changes or added scope and will be dictated
for use by WCC. Remaining amounts will be returned at job close-out. The Contractor
shall include this amount in the Base Bid.
C. The construction schedule for this contract will be phased based on the following timeline:
Award Date: 10/15/26
Construction Start: 11/2/26
Project competition: 3/1/27
D. All interior demolition work is to be performed during a 3rd shift, approximately 10p.m. -
6:30 a.m.
E. There is a Mandatory Alternate required for all trade work to be performed on the 3rd shift,
10p.m.- 6:30a.m.
F. Other contracts will be awarded directly to WCC for I.T. Cabling, Flooring/Wall Base, Paint,
Lighting (Fixtures only). The Contractor to be responsible for coordinating schedules for
this work.
G. Contractor to coordinate all work for proper fit, location and clearance of piping, ductwork,
equipment and accessories to ensure timely completion of work.
H. Contractor to secure and pay for all required permits, licenses, inspections, approvals, and
fees for the work. Contractor will coordinate all inspections with these entities and any
others having jurisdiction over the project. Contractor to provide Permit Costs in the
Base Bid
I. Contractor provides its own equipment and tools necessary to complete this contract. This
includes all vertical lifts, forklifts....
J. Contractor to furnish and install all pipe identification markers, tags, schedules, nameplates
to identify ducts, pipes and mechanical equipment.
K. Contractor to coordinate with WCC on timing and impacts to building. Contractor to include
any premium time or off shift work required to complete system shutdowns and isolations.
L. Restrooms in facility will be available for use by contractor's employees.
M. Contractor's and employees' vehicles are to be parked in designated parking lots (free of
charge). Unloading areas for tools and materials will be available at the building on a
temporary basis.
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Washtenaw Community College 4800 E. Huron River Drive
Purchasing Department - SC Room 326 Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800
Bid # 6906 Office Renovations Phone (734) 677-5231
Bid Issued On: September 15, 2026 Fax (734) 677-5414
Bid Due Date: October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT
N. All material and equipment that will be purchased as part of the project will be the
responsibility of the Contractor to be delivered to the jobsite with just in time approach. NO
deliveries will be accepted at WCC Shipping and Receiving. Any costs associated with
returned items will be paid by Contractor.
O. Contractor to provide startup support, testing and assistance with new equipment.
Contractor to include 3rd party balancing for HVAC systems as required.
P. Contractor is responsible for total removal and disposal of all waste generated from
construction activities. WCC expects that contractor will attempt to separate and recycle
as much as possible. Contractor to provide all dumpsters for the project. Contractor to
provide protection and daily cleanup of workspace and routes in and out of the work zones.
Q. Contractor will work directly (and hold contract if required) with JCI/Simplex for all tie-ins
and communication with Life Safety Systems. Specs and drawings should clearly define
the Sequence of Operations. Please contact Clifford Griffin at (248)755-9054 for more
information.
R. WCC will contract directly with Siemens for Building Control Systems. Contractors will be
required to coordinate timing for this scope of work. This includes assistance with project
communication, submittal distribution, shop drawing distribution and scheduling the final
installation directly with Siemens. Siemens contract with WCC includes all parts and labor
required. Specs and drawings are attached for reference and should clearly define the
Sequence of Operations. If there are questions, please contact Steve Murphy at (734)233-
7267.
S. Contractor shall provide a schedule/work plan on obtaining the necessary permits,
materials, and procurement of long-lead items, to begin work and complete the work as
scheduled for review by the Owner within 2 weeks of award. This schedule will need to
include timing requirements for HVAC Controls, I.T., Paint, Flooring.
T. Contractors will schedule, set up and manage bi-weekly meetings with designers,
subcontractors and WCC reps. These can be virtual. On-site meetings will be set up as
needed.
U. Contractor will utilize Construction Management Software such as Procore, Plan Grid, etc.
that will be implemented within 2 weeks of Award.
V. Contractor to provide barricades, fencing required and signage to maintain required safety
regulations as defined by OSHA.
W. Contractor to coordinate and adhere to all state and local building codes relative to this
contractor's work. This contractor is to obtain and pay for all special permits associated
with the work.
X. Contractor will comply with MI-OSHA requirements for this work.
Y. Contractor and all its sub-contractors are to observe the College's non-smoking policy.
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Washtenaw Community College 4800 E. Huron River Drive
Purchasing Department - SC Room 326 Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800
Bid # 6906 Office Renovations Phone (734) 677-5231
Bid Issued On: September 15, 2026 Fax (734) 677-5414
Bid Due Date: October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT
4.4 Category 3 Scope of Work: GM 225 Renovation Base Bid
The work of this bid category includes but is not limited to providing all labor, equipment, materials,
scaffolding, hoisting and incidentals to complete the GM 225 Renovation in accordance with the
specifications, drawings and applicable codes. All work is to be performed as shown on the plans
and specified herein.
THE SCOPE OF WORK IS TO INCLUDE, but is not limited to, the following items:
A. Contractor to manage and coordinate with all other trades necessary to complete the work
per Drawings and Specifications
B. WCC requests that this bid includes a mandatory Allowance. See Specification for this
amount. This amount will be used for potential changes or added scope and will be dictated
for use by WCC. Remaining amounts will be returned at job close-out. The Contractor
shall include this amount in the Base Bid.
C. The construction schedule for this contract will be phased based on the following timeline:
Tentative award Date: 10/15/26
Construction Start: 11/2/26
Project competition: 12/21/26
D. All interior demolition work is to be performed during a 3rd shift, approximately 10p.m. -
6:30 a.m.
E. There is a Mandatory Alternate required for all trade work to be performed on the 3rd shift,
10p.m.- 6:30a.m.
F. Other contracts will be awarded directly to WCC for HVAC Controls, I.T. Cabling,
Flooring/Wall Base, Painting, and Lighting (Fixtures only). The Contractor to be responsible
for coordinating schedules for this work.
G. Contractor to coordinate all work for proper fit, location and clearance of piping, ductwork,
equipment and accessories to ensure timely completion of work.
H. Contractor to secure and pay for all required permits, licenses, inspections, approvals, and
fees for the work. Contractor will coordinate all inspections with these entities and any
others having jurisdiction over the project. Contractor to provide Permit Costs in the
Base Bid
I. Contractor provides its own equipment and tools necessary to complete this contract. This
includes all vertical lifts, forklifts....
J. Contractor to furnish and install all pipe identification markers, tags, schedules, nameplates
to identify ducts, pipes and mechanical equipment.
K. Contractor to coordinate with WCC on timing and impacts to building. Contractor to include
any premium time or off shift work required to complete system shutdowns and isolations.
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Washtenaw Community College 4800 E. Huron River Drive
Purchasing Department - SC Room 326 Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800
Bid # 6906 Office Renovations Phone (734) 677-5231
Bid Issued On: September 15, 2026 Fax (734) 677-5414
Bid Due Date: October 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. EDT
L. Restrooms in facility will be available for use by contractor's employees.
M. Contractor's and employees' vehicles are to be parked in designated parking lots (free of
charge). Unloading areas for tools and materials will be available at the building on a
temporary basis. No Contractor parking will be allowed in the parking lot adjacent to the
building (Damon Flowers Bldg Lot).
N. All material and equipment that will be purchased as part of the project will be the
responsibility of the Contractor to be delivered to the jobsite with just in time approach. NO
deliveries will be accepted at WCC Shipping and Receiving. Any costs associated with
returned items will be paid by Contractor.
O. Contractor to provide startup support, testing and assistance with new equipment.
Contractor to include 3rd party balancing for HVAC systems as required.
P. Contractor is responsible for total removal and disposal of all waste generated from
construction activities. WCC expects that contractor will attempt to separate and recycle
as much as possible. Contractor to provide all dumpsters for the project. Contractor to
provide protection and daily cleanup of workspace and routes in and out of the work zones.
Q. Contractor will work directly (and hold contract if required) with JCI/Simplex for all tie-ins
and communication with Life Safety Systems. Specs and drawings should clearly define
the Sequence of Operations. Please contact Clifford Griffin at (248)755-9054 for more
information.
R. WCC will contract directly with Siemens for Building Control Systems. Contractors will be
required to coordinate timing for this scope of work. This includes assistance with project
communication, submittal distribution, shop drawing distribution and scheduling the final
installation directly with Siemens. Siemens contract with WCC includes all parts and labor
required. Specs and drawings are attached for reference and should clearly define the
Sequence of Operations. If there are questions, please contact Steve Murphy at (734)233-
7267.
S. Contractor shall provide a schedule/work plan on obtaining the necessary permits,
materials, and procurement of long-lead items, to begin work and complete the work as
scheduled for review by the Owner within 2 weeks of award. This schedule will need to
include timing requirements for HVAC Controls, I.T., Paint, Flooring.
T. Contractors will schedule, set up and manage bi-weekly meetings with designers,
subcontractors and WCC reps. These can be virtual. On-site meetings will be set up as
needed.
U. Contractor will utilize Construction Management Software such as Procore, Plan Grid, etc.
that will be implemented within 2 weeks of Award.
V. Contractor to provide barricades, fencing required and signage to maintain required safety
regulations as defined by OSHA.
W. Contractor to coordinate and adhere to all state and local building codes relative to this
contractor's work. This contractor is to obtain and pay for all special permits associated
with the work.
X. Contractor will comply with MI-OSHA requirements for this work.
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