Northwestern Michigan College is seeking proposals from qualified firms to design general prime contract deliverable construction documents, and qualifications from Contractors to procure, and install a distributed geothermal exchange system to replace a steam boiler system (servicing 6 central buildings on NMC’s Front St. campus). The estimated cost of construction, including borefield installation, site restoration, piping, and mechanical, electrical, and control upgrades for all six buildings, is approximately $11,000,000. This excludes general contingency, general conditions, and design fees. 3.01. The successful proposer will meet and work with NMC staff and officials to: A. Design for general Contract Delivery, including but not limited to the following: • Develop a realistic project timeline for audit and design. • Develop conceptual drawings for the geothermal exchange system • Conduct preliminary testing and facilities assessment to refine the design and engineering elements and assumptions • Assist NMC to Develop and refine cost estimates at various stages of the design process • Prepare specifications and bid documents. Final bid documents shall be inclusive of all disciplines including, but not limited to: Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Civil, Architectural, and Structural drawings as required for a complete integration of the proposed geothermal system. • Solicit and procure subcontractor bids at completion of the Design Phase. • Assist NMC in any post bid interviews for Contractor award process. • Perform inspections and sign-offs for project delivery on behalf of NMC
