Berrien County - Administration Building Security Upgrades - Bid No. 2026-071, 2026
Berrien County, Berrien County, MI·County
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- Primary Contact
- Christian Bacchiocchi · (269) 208-5314
- Duration
- 3 months
- Scope Location
- St. Joseph, MI
- Submission Address
- 701 Main Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
SUMMARY
The Berrien County Building and Grounds Department is seeking bids for security upgrades at the Berrien County Administration Building located at 701 Main Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085. The project involves architectural modifications, doors, windows, storefront systems, access control security integration, electrical, and plumbing work across multiple floors (basement, 2nd floor, mezzanine, and 4th floor). Bids are due by October 21, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting on October 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM local time. Required work includes compliance with Berrien County safety protocols, Davis-Bacon or prevailing wage requirements where applicable, Michigan Public Act 517 Iran Economic Sanctions Act certification, bid security, and performance/payment bonds.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, experience, approach
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Please see specifications provided.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Required BID security, Proof of bonding capacity for performance and payment bond, Qualifications Statement, Affidavit of Compliance - Iran Economic Sanctions Act
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from Berrien County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 701 Main Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085. For questions, contact Christian Bacchiocchi.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, experience, approach" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Berrien County?
All active and historical solicitations from Berrien County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Berrien County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 21, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Required BID security, Proof of bonding capacity for performance and payment bond, Qualifications Statement, Affidavit of Compliance - Iran Economic Sanctions Act. Review the full document from Berrien County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Berrien County in MI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Christian Bacchiocchi at (269) 208-5314. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. Joseph, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Please see specifications provided.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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