RFP 110226TW Central HS and Melrose HS Elevator Replacements

The Shelby County Board of Education seeks a qualified design‑build contractor to replace the elevators at Central High School and Melrose High School in Memphis, TN. The scope includes full design, engineering, permitting, supply of all elevator equipment, installation, testing, commissioning, training of school maintenance staff, and a 12‑month warranty/maintenance period. The contract is a fixed‑price, line‑item agreement with an estimated duration of one year, beginning early January 2027. Bidders must possess a Tennessee contractor license, provide substantial bonding and insurance, and comply with a series of certifications and background‑check requirements. • Design‑build delivery of complete elevator replacement (design, supply, install, test, commission). • Must meet ASME A17.1, ADA, and all local building/elevator codes; includes permitting and final certification. • Includes 8 hours of on‑site training and a 12‑month full‑service warranty with 24/7 emergency support. • Mandatory pre‑proposal conferences on Oct 12‑13, 2026; proposal due by 12 PM CST on Nov 2, 2026. • Requires 5 % bid bond, 100 % performance bond, extensive insurance, fingerprinting, and vendor‑ID badge fees.