Description
The Armada Area Schools district is soliciting sealed bids for a comprehensive snow‑removal contract covering the 2026‑2027 school year. The contractor must provide light and heavy snow removal, emergency salting, and be prepared to respond before 6:00 a.m. on school days. The contract runs from October 31 2026 through October 30 2027, with the possibility of month‑to‑month extensions up to six months. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience, submit required insurance certificates, and provide sworn disclosures regarding familial relationships and Iran‑linked business status. The award will be made after public opening of bids on October 22 2026, with the district reserving the right to accept, reject, or award to a non‑lowest bidder.
• Scope: Light snow (<5 in), heavy snow (>5 in), emergency salt application for all district sites.
• Schedule: Snow must be cleared before 6:00 a.m. on school days; contract period 10/31/2026 – 10/30/2027.
• Requirements: Minimum 5 years experience, training documentation, licenses for herbicide/pesticide use, insurance (workers’ comp, commercial liability, auto), performance & payment bonds, notarized familial & Iran‑sanctions disclosures.
• Submission: Two sealed copies of the Bid Proposal Form, marked “Armada Area Schools Snow Maintenance Contract 2026”, due by 11:00 a.m. on October 22 2026 at the district office.
• Evaluation: District may award to any qualified bidder; may extend contract or cancel for non‑appropriation of funds; includes penalties for false disclosures.