city-of-dallas-logoThe demolition, asbestos abatement and make safe scope will be approximately 106,463 GSF (2.444 acres) of the existing space located at 5602 Redfield Street. This space will require the demo and removal including but not limited, all structural buildings, fencing, electrical systems, water, gas and security systems and all ACM materials.

ONLY vertical structures are included in the demolition; concrete foundations and asphalt are not included.

This space will require the make safe of all electrical service, water service and gas services. Contractor is to coordinate all disconnect and make safe with appropriate utility providers.

Contractor to furnish all of the labor, the materials, the tools, the equipment, the services and the supervision required to complete the demolition, asbestos abatement and make safe services per directions reflected in this RFP.

BIDS DUE: 07/03/13 03:00 PM

BID DOCS

city-of-saginawThe School District of the City of Saginaw, MI is accepting bids for the total building demolition of the Fuerbringer School.

In general, demolition is limited to the existing building only, excluding sidewalks, parking lots, playground equipment, etc. All affected existing underground utilities shall be properly cut, capped and abandoned in place. Existing building slabs and foundations shall be broken up to prevent water retention, but remain abandoned in place as well. Excavated areas shall be filled and compacted with suitable soils, brought up to the level of present grade. All filled and disturbed areas shall be properly seeded to re-establish as lawn areas.

Blank forms for bidding and specifications may be obtained at the offices of William A. Kibbee & Associates, 1475 S. Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI 48601. Sealed bids are due by 11:00am, Monday, July 1, 2013 to the Purchasing Office, 550 Millard, Saginaw, MI 48607.

Bid and Performance Bonds will be required for this project. Bids may not be withdrawn prior to 30 calendar days after actual date of opening bids. Owner reserves the right to waive any informality or to reject any or all bids and to accept any bid deemed most advantageous to the Owner.

BID DOCS

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