Region 7B Employment And Training Consortium - Office Space: Clare County - RFP 2026
Region 7B Employment And Training ConsortiumSpecial District · Harrison, MI- Due
- Aug 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mark L. Berdan
The 30-second brief
Michigan Works! Region 7B is soliciting proposals for office space in Clare County, Michigan, preferably in a high-visibility area on M-61 or Business US-27 in Harrison or Clare. Bids of at least 7,000 square feet will be considered; the current office is 12,868 sq ft. The space may be an existing building or new construction, with a preference for a standalone building meeting specific layout and design requirements including a reception area, testing area, copy areas, two classrooms, a server room, at least 18 staff offices, break/kitchen room, IT room, conference rooms, storage rooms, and ADA-compliant restrooms. The estimated move-in date is July 2027. Proposals are due by August 7, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., with inquiries due by July 17, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated based on cost (50 points), location (25 points), and office design (25 points).
Lease agreement for office space of at least 7, 000 square feet including building location, New construction or existing building status, Monthly cost per square foot, Utility inclusions, Available occupancy date, Floor plan with office layout, Type of foldable wall partition, References, And other owned properties.
Cost (up to 50 points), location (up to 25 points), office design (up to 25 points)
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Summary
Michigan Works! Region 7B is soliciting proposals for office space in Clare County, Michigan, preferably in a high-visibility area on M-61 or Business US-27 in Harrison or Clare.
Bids of at least 7,000 square feet will be considered; the current office is 12,868 sq ft. The space may be an existing building or new construction, with a preference for a standalone building meeting specific layout and design requirements including a reception area, testing area, copy areas, two classrooms, a server room, at least 18 staff offices, break/kitchen room, IT room, conference rooms, storage rooms, and ADA-compliant restrooms. The estimated move-in date is July 2027. Proposals are due by August 7, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., with inquiries due by July 17, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated based on cost (50 points), location (25 points), and office design (25 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Cost (up to 50 points)
- Location (up to 25 points)
- Office design (up to 25 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Lease agreement for office space of at least 7
- 000 square feet including building location
- New construction or existing building status
- Monthly cost per square foot
- Utility inclusions
- Available occupancy date
- Floor plan with office layout
- Type of foldable wall partition
- References
- Other owned properties
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Attachment A Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension
- Attachment B Certificate of Independent Price/Cost Determination
- Attachment C Conflict of Interest Statement
- Attachment D Acceptance of Conditions of RFP
- Attachment E Office Design/Layout
- Contact information for three references
- Floor plan
- Submit to
- [email protected] or Michigan Works! Region 7B, Attn: Mark L. Berdan, 402 N. First Street, Harrison, MI 48625
- Scope location
- Clare County, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Region 7B Employment And Training Consortium?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 7, 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: [email protected] or Michigan Works! Region 7B, Attn: Mark L. Berdan, 402 N. First Street, Harrison, MI 48625. For questions, contact Mark L. Berdan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Region 7B Employment And Training Consortium 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 Mark L. Berdan. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Lease agreement for office space of at least 7, 000 square feet including building location, New construction or existing building status, Monthly cost per square foot, Utility inclusions, Available occupancy date, Floor plan with office layout, Type of foldable wall partition, References, And other. 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: "Cost (up to 50 points), location (up to 25 points), office design (up to 25 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Region 7B Employment And Training Consortium?
All active and historical solicitations from Region 7B Employment And Training Consortium are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Region 7B Employment And Training Consortium 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: Attachment A Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension, Attachment B Certificate of Independent Price/Cost Determination, Attachment C Conflict of Interest Statement, Attachment D Acceptance of. Review the full document from Region 7B Employment And Training Consortium for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clare County, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.