The work consists of upgrading the existing ceiling grid, light fixtures, HVAC diffusers, and access panels to detention grade materials. The project will be located on floors 1-3 in the hallways, offices, classrooms, interview rooms and break rooms. The facility will remain in operation and the project will accommodate this by having a phased construction schedule. In submitting its Proposal, the Proposer understands and agrees that if awarded the Contract, its company and all of its subcontractors, inclusive of all tiers, will pay all laborers and mechanics employed in connection with the contract not less than the wages prevailing in Hennepin County, Minnesota for the various skills and trades employed, as determined by the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Labour and Industry, as specifically noted in the Contract Documents, and shall submit a Contractor/Subcontractor Certification form and weekly payroll reports and related documentation through the County's LCP tracker system or by such other means specified by the County. Additionally, the Proposer awarded the Contract must ensure that its subcontractors, inclusive of all tiers, submit all required documentation to the County and comply with all other requirements of the Labor Standards Provisions of the Contract Documents The County reserves the right to determine, in its sole and absolute discretion, whether any aspect of a proposal satisfactorily meets the criteria established in this RFP; to seek clarification from any Proposer(s); to reject any or all proposals with or without cause; to cancel this RFP; to waive any irregularities or informalities in any proposal; and to add, delete, or modify any requirement or statement in this RFP if it determines doing so is in its best interest. If awarded the Contract, the Proposer shall furnish a performance bond and a payment bond in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, Sections 574.26 - 574.32. The performance bond shall be for the use and benefit of the County and shall provide for the completion of the Contract according to its terms. The payment bond shall be for the use and benefit of all persons furnishing labour and materials engaged under or to perform the Contract. Each bond shall be written for the full amount of the Contract price. The SMBE and SWBE goals for this project are: SMBE Goal: 21% SWBE Goal: 9% Question Deadline 10/27/2023