Description
The Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) has issued an RFQ for the design‑build construction of a new Hillwood Early Learning Center, a K‑4 school facility in Nashville. Bidders must submit a sealed bid, a 5 % bid bond, and, if awarded, performance and payment bonds (when contract value exceeds $250 k). The contract incorporates extensive compliance requirements: Tennessee contractor licensing, storm‑water management, ADA accessibility, insurance minimums of $1 M general liability, and numerous affidavits (drug‑free workplace, ethical standards, debarment, Iran divestment, non‑boycott of Israel). The award will be based on lowest total acquisition cost among responsible bidders, with a 120‑day offer‑validity period.
• Scope: Full‑service construction of a modern, sustainable, ADA‑compliant early‑learning school building at 400 Davidson Rd, including all site work, structural, mechanical, electrical, and finish trades.
• Key compliance: Tennessee BC license (≥ $25 k), storm‑water permits, ADA standards (2010), extensive insurance and bonding, multiple statutory certifications.
• Timeline: Pre‑bid walk April 3 2026, questions due April 7 2026, bid deadline April 14 2026, offer valid 120 days thereafter.