Construction of the Searcy Agri Center Redesigned Agri Science project

NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Phoenix Contractors, LLC has been selected as Construction Manager/General Contractor for the Searcy Special School District in Searcy, Arkansas. We are asking for subcontractors and suppliers to bid on the construction of the Searcy Agri Center Redesigned Agri Science project.
Architect: MODUS STUDIO ARCHITECTURE
15 N. Church Ave, Suite A
Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701
Modusstudio.com
Bid Date: 04/07/2026
Bid Time:
4:00 PM Central Time
BID PACKAGES:
1. 030000 - Concrete: Site and Building
2. 042000 - Masonry with reinforcing steel
3. 051000 - Misc Metals Supply (site & interior)
4.071000 - Waterproofing and joint sealants
5. 080000 - Doors, Frames, Hardware, Specialties (supply) (incl. storm doors)
6. 081000 - Installation of Div #8 and Div #10
7. 083000 - Overhead, Coiling, Sectional Doors
8. 088000 - Glass & Glazing (incl. storm windows)
9. 090000 - Drywall, Framing, Rough Carpentry, Acoustical
10. 096000 – Flooring (rubber wall base)
11. 099000 - Paint and drywall finish
12. 099600 - Epoxy Flooring & shower walls
13. 105000 - Metal Lockers
14. 123000 - Millwork, Countertop, wall features
15. 130000 - PEMB Supply with Insulation, roof & wall panels
16. 131000 – PEMB Erection with insulation and roof panels
17. 210000 - Fire Suppression
18. 220000 - Plumbing
19. 230000 - HVAC
20. 260000 – Electrical
21.284000 – Fire Alarm
22. 270000 - Data, cable management, racks, equipment
23. 282000 - Security & Video systems
24. 281300 - Access Control
25. 310000 – Earthwork, SWPPP
26. 320000 - Asphalt Paving, Striping, wheel stops, parking signs
27. 323000 – Specialty Metals (bollards, bike racks, wheel stops)
28. 328000 - Landscaping, Irrigation
29. 330000 - Utilities: Water, Sewer & Storm Drainage
Bids shall be addressed to: Phoenix Contractors, LLC
Searcy School District Redesigned Agri Center
c/o Searcy Special School District
801 North Elm
Searcy, Arkansas 72143
BID SUBMISSION: Clearly identify the outside of the sealed envelope with the project name, company name, trade package and title, opening date and time. Bids will be privately opened. All Bid Packages must be bid complete. No exclusions or clarifications to the bid packages will be acknowledged. ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION: In compliance with AR Procurement Code A.A.C.22-9-203, electronic submissions will be accepted only if all documents listed on the bid form are received prior to bid date and time at all the following email addresses:
bids@phoenixcontractorsar.com ; bhart@searcyschools.org ; rreynolds@searcyschools.org ; dstanley@searcyschools.org
Please note the following:
1. The subcontractor and/or supplier must use the bid form given in the Construction Manager’s Summary of Work. The bid form must be filled out completely. No exclusions or qualifications will be accepted.
2. In compliance with Arkansas Procurement Law 19CAR1-103, awarded contractors must certify that contractor will not employ or contract with any illegal immigrant.
3. This project requires children-safe workers, each contractor must have on site an English speaking foreman with OSHA 30 Certification, and is a tobacco free campus.
4. Bidding requirements per A.A.C §§ 19-11-229.
5. Responsibility of Bidder/ Offeror per A.A.C §§ 19-11-235.
6. Retainage per A.A.C §§ 22-9-604.
7. Subcontractor bids which exceed $50,000.00 must have current Arkansas Contractors License, per Act 142 of 1967, amended by Act 293 of 1969, Act 397 of 1971, and Act 546 of 1971, as enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Arkansas. This license number must be filled in on the bid form.
8. Subcontractor bid proposals which exceed $50,000.00 must be accompanied by a Bid Bond or cashiers’ Check in the amount of 5% of the associated bid.
9. Subcontractor bids exceeding $50,000.00 must include the premium cost to provide a Performance & Payment Bond.
10. All bids exceeding $50,000.00 shall include a notarized statement attached to their bid proposal affirming that the bidder has not been involved in any collusion with other bidders or public officials with regard to price or terms of a prospective contract in accordance with Act 2161 of 2005.
11. All subcontractors and suppliers must conform to the Summary of Work.
12. All General Conditions and Supplementary Conditions requirements are located in the project manual.
13. All bidders who will be responsible for trenching, excavating and backfilling must adhere and recognize the soils report given in the project manual.
14. Refer to the Summary of Work section for all trade packages, subcontract and supplier bid forms, sample subcontract and purchase orders, and sample Phoenix Contractors, LLC. Insurance Certificate.
15. All bids received after the assigned bid date and time, will not be considered and WILL BE RETURNED unopened to the company who submitted it. Bids submitted via facsimile will not be considered.
16. Review all alternates, either deductive or additive, in regards to bid documents or as requested on the bid packages specific to the trade you are bidding. These alternates may be used in assessing the lowest qualified bidder.
17. All subcontractors and/ or suppliers are required to fill out and include with their sealed bids the “Bidder Assurance and Disclosure Form”. No bids will be accepted unless this form is included.
The bid documents may be obtained by emailing bids@phoenixcontractorsar.com for a link to drawings, specifications, and CM Summary of Work.
The Construction Manager and/or owner reserve the right to waive any formality, or to reject any and all bids per A.C.A § 22-9-203 and Act 1193 of 1997.
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