Wayne State University - 400 Mack Elevator and Accessibility - WSU Project No. 592-426947
Wayne State UniversityHigher Ed · Detroit, MI- Due
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brittney Mills
- (313) 577-3757
The 30-second brief
Wayne State University seeks lump-sum General Contract bids for the 400 Mack Elevator and Accessibility project located at 400 Mack Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202 (WSU Project No. 592-426947). The scope of work includes modernizing the existing elevator, installing a new elevator in the existing shaft adjacent to the existing elevator while maintaining one operational elevator at all times, associated upgrades to the elevator machine room, alarms, and fire protection, and renovating the existing main entrance to enhance accessibility and pedestrian movement. Mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM (Eastern) via Microsoft Teams. Questions are due by May 14, 2026, at 12:00 Noon. Bids are due by electronic submission on June 4, 2026, until 2:00 PM local time. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, 100% performance and payment bonds, compliance with WSU wage rates, prequalification criteria, and EMR rating of 1.0 or less.
Price, qualifications, prequalification minimum requirements, EMR rating, contractor experience
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Summary
Wayne State University seeks lump-sum General Contract bids for the 400 Mack Elevator and Accessibility project located at 400 Mack Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202 (WSU Project No. 592-426947).
The scope of work includes modernizing the existing elevator, installing a new elevator in the existing shaft adjacent to the existing elevator while maintaining one operational elevator at all times, associated upgrades to the elevator machine room, alarms, and fire protection, and renovating the existing main entrance to enhance accessibility and pedestrian movement. Mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM (Eastern) via Microsoft Teams. Questions are due by May 14, 2026, at 12:00 Noon. Bids are due by electronic submission on June 4, 2026, until 2:00 PM local time. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, 100% performance and payment bonds, compliance with WSU wage rates, prequalification criteria, and EMR rating of 1.0 or less.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price
- Qualifications
- Prequalification minimum requirements
- EMR rating
- Contractor experience
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid bond
- WSU Wage Rate acknowledgement
- Prequalification statement
- Form of Proposal
- Sworn statement
- Certified payroll
- Submit to
- http://go.wayne.edu/bids
- Scope location
- Detroit, Michigan
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Wayne State University?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: http://go.wayne.edu/bids. For questions, contact Brittney Mills.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Wayne State University 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 Brittney Mills at (313) 577-3757. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price, qualifications, prequalification minimum requirements, EMR rating, contractor experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Wayne State University?
All active and historical solicitations from Wayne State University are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Wayne State University 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 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: bid bond, WSU Wage Rate acknowledgement, prequalification statement, Form of Proposal, sworn statement, certified payroll. Review the full document from Wayne State University for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Detroit, Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
