This project consists of two classroom additions that are two-story on the west side of the building and one single story administrative addition. It also includes an extensive remodel of the entire 200,000 SF facility that will include adding fire protection and updating the PME systems and a new roof. This will be a multiphase project taking place over the next two years. All bids must be submitted on the bid form supplied and in accordance to the Work Categories outlined in the specifications. Hand delivered, mailed, faxed, or emailed bids will be accepted prior to the bid deadline. The Owner is considered a tax-exempt entity, therefore WI. Stat. 77.54(9m) will be utilized on this project. Bid security requirements are noted in 00 23 00 - Work Categories specification. The Owner or Construction Manager may contract with the successful bidder. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive informalities in any bid and to accept any bid which the Owner may determine to be in its best interest. No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of 60 days after opening of the proposals without consent of the Owner. Bidders in selected work categories shall submit a bid bond or certified check made out to Market & Johnson in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the maximum amount of the bid. Bid bond shall be AIA Document A310 or equivalent form. Failure to include this bid security with the Bid Form will result in disqualification. Certified checks will be returned after the owner has a contractual agreement for similar work category or for a period of 60 days. Market & Johnson reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in any bid or to accept any bid which will be in the best interests of our firm and the owner. In addition, the bidder recognizes the right of Market & Johnson to reject a bid if the bidder failed to furnish any of the data required by the bidding documents, or if the bid is in any way incomplete or irregular. Market & Johnson also reserves unrestricted privilege to accept or reject any given prices for additions to or deductions from work as given in bid.