Kent ISD - Howard Christensen Nature Center Bldg. Demolition

The Kent Intermediate School District is seeking qualified contractors to demolish the Howard Christensen Nature Center building located at 16190 Red Pine Dr NW, Kent City, MI. Bidders must submit sealed, triplicate proposals by the deadline, include required bid bonds, and meet qualification standards (minimum five years experience, proper licensing, and financial capacity). A pre‑bid meeting will be held on October 1, 2026 for site walkthrough and Q&A, though attendance is not mandatory. All bids will be opened publicly on October 8, 2026. Successful bidders will be required to furnish performance, labor, and material bonds for contracts exceeding $50,000. • Scope: Complete demolition of an existing nature‑center structure (including removal of debris). • Required documents: Sworn familial disclosure, bid bond (≥5 % of bid), licensing proof, financial statements. • Pre‑bid meeting: October 1, 2026, 8:00 AM at the project site (optional). • Bid submission: Sealed, triplicate, delivered to O‑A‑K’s Operations Center by 2:00 PM, October 8, 2026. • Evaluation criteria: Experience, licensing, financial resources, and compliance with bond requirements.