City of New Buffalo - Public Works Storage Building Construction - RFP - 2026
City of New BuffaloCity · New Buffalo, MI- Due
- Jul 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Josh Bolton
The 30-second brief
The City of New Buffalo is seeking proposals from qualified contractors for the construction of a 60' x 120' cold storage building for the Public Works and Streets Department. The scope of work includes preparing final grade, compacting, and pouring a 6' concrete floor, supplying basic engineering drawings, installing 3-ply posts, pre-engineered trusses with 50# snow loading, sidewall and roof framing, 28 gauge painted steel roofing and siding, entrance and insulated garage doors, seamless guttering, and concrete approach and exterior posts. Sealed bids are due by 2:00 PM on July 30, 2026, submitted to the New Buffalo City Clerk's Office. Selection will be based on pricing, firm experience, staff qualifications, level of service, and timeliness.
60' x 120' cold storage building, Basic drawings for engineer approval, Poured concrete floor with 4, 000 psi mix and 3/8 re-bar, 5' x 120' x 6" concrete approach, (16) 6" steel posts in front of garage doors
Pricing, experience of the firm, qualifications, experience and availability of assigned staff, completeness of the level of service proposed, timeliness of service proposed
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Summary
The City of New Buffalo is seeking proposals from qualified contractors for the construction of a 60' x 120' cold storage building for the Public Works and Streets Department.
The scope of work includes preparing final grade, compacting, and pouring a 6' concrete floor, supplying basic engineering drawings, installing 3-ply posts, pre-engineered trusses with 50# snow loading, sidewall and roof framing, 28 gauge painted steel roofing and siding, entrance and insulated garage doors, seamless guttering, and concrete approach and exterior posts. Sealed bids are due by 2:00 PM on July 30, 2026, submitted to the New Buffalo City Clerk's Office. Selection will be based on pricing, firm experience, staff qualifications, level of service, and timeliness.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Pricing
- Experience of the firm
- Qualifications
- Experience and availability of assigned staff
- Completeness of the level of service proposed
- Timeliness of service proposed
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- 60' x 120' cold storage building
- Basic drawings for engineer approval
- Poured concrete floor with 4
- 000 psi mix and 3/8 re-bar
- 5' x 120' x 6" concrete approach
- (16) 6" steel posts in front of garage doors
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Performance and payment bond
- Worker's Compensation Insurance
- Commercial General Liability Insurance
- Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance
- Submit to
- New Buffalo City Hall, 224 W. Buffalo, New Buffalo, MI 49117
- Scope location
- New Buffalo, MI
- Projected sq ft
- 7,200 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of New Buffalo?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 30, 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: New Buffalo City Hall, 224 W. Buffalo, New Buffalo, MI 49117. For questions, contact Josh Bolton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of New Buffalo 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 RFP 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 Josh Bolton. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 60' x 120' cold storage building, Basic drawings for engineer approval, Poured concrete floor with 4, 000 psi mix and 3/8 re-bar, 5' x 120' x 6" concrete approach, (16) 6" steel posts in front of garage doors. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Pricing, experience of the firm, qualifications, experience and availability of assigned staff, completeness of the level of service proposed, timeliness of service proposed" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of New Buffalo?
All active and historical solicitations from City of New Buffalo are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of New Buffalo regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: performance and payment bond, Worker's Compensation Insurance, Commercial General Liability Insurance, Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance. Review the full document from City of New Buffalo for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Buffalo, MI. The total projected area is 7200 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.