Description
The Lansing School District is soliciting bids to design, supply, and install four Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and associated electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at five district schools (North Environmental Science Magnet, Pattengill Biotechnical Magnet, Wexford Montessori Academy, Cavanaugh STEAM Elementary, and an additional site). The work includes upgrading electrical service, installing transformers, switchgear, wiring, raceways, grounding, and integrating the chargers and storage systems into existing school loads and solar arrays. Bidders must provide a 5 % bid bond, a performance bond covering 100 % of the contract, and certify compliance with prevailing‑wage and non‑collusion requirements. The contract will be awarded after a public bid opening on November 12, 2026, and the project is expected to be fully completed by mid‑August 2027.
• Scope: Electrical infrastructure upgrades, installation of 4 BESS units and multiple EV chargers across five school sites.
• Required documents: Bid bond (5 % of bid), performance/labor/material bonds (100 % of contract), certified payroll, familial‑relationship affidavit.
• Key dates: Pre‑bid virtual meeting 26 Oct 2026, questions due 29 Oct 2026, bid submission 12 Nov 2026 (2 PM).
• Location: Lansing, MI (multiple school campuses).
• Evaluation: Lowest responsible bid that meets specifications; bids must remain firm for 90 days.
• Bonds & insurance: 5 % bid bond, 100 % performance bond, labor/material bond.