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Pennfield Schools invites sealed proposals for improvements to the Pennfield High School varsity baseball and varsity softball facilities in Battle Creek, Michigan. The project includes demolition, site survey and layout, subgrade preparation, drainage corrections, engineered infield mix, skinned infield renovation, pitching and home-plate/batter's-box clay systems, turf repair/sodding, irrigation improvements, fencing, backstops, dugouts, bullpens, batting cages, and site restoration. Work must be completed between October 21, 2026, and November 30, 2026. Proposals are due by October 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 8, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Written questions are due by October 12, 2026.
Relevant experience and references (20%), Technical approach, drainage/field-performance solution, materials, and quality control (25%), Team, schedule, phasing, safety, and completion capability (20%), Base bid, alternates, transparency, and overall value (30%), Completeness and understanding of District needs (5%)
Signed cover letter, Completed Proposal Form and Bid Schedule in Section 15, Company legal name address ownership years in business and contact, Project team roles resumes and subcontractors/suppliers, Three comparable K-12 municipal collegiate or competitive athletic-field projects completed within five years including contacts, Technical approach materials assumptions exclusions schedule phasing logistics quality-control plan and safety plan, Evidence of licenses insurance capacity bonding capacity and financial ability, Disclosure of material litigation claims defaults terminations or debarment during the last five years, Signed addenda acknowledgment and required certifications/disclosures, Value-engineering options with savings impacts and warranty differences
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Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Stephanie Lemmer, Superintendent, Pennfield Schools, 8587 Pennfield Road, Battle Creek, MI 49017. For questions, contact Marty Martin.
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Relevant experience and references (20%), Technical approach, drainage/field-performance solution, materials, and quality control (25%), Team, schedule, phasing, safety, and completion capability (20%..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Based on the posted deadline of October 16, 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.
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: Signed cover letter, Completed Proposal Form and Bid Schedule in Section 15, Company legal name address ownership years in business and contact, Project team roles resumes and subcontractors/suppliers. Review the full document from Pennfield School District for the complete list.
Most government agencies, including Pennfield School District 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.
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.
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Marty Martin at (269) 961-9777. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Battle Creek, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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