Calling All Licensed Contractors Who Serve Cheboygan County

Cheboygan County
Home Improvement Loan Services
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CHEBOYGAN COUNTY BUILDING 870 S. MAIN ST. (Room 103) CHEBOYGAN, MI 49721
PHONE: (231) 627-8489 FAX: (231) 627-3646 www.cheboygancounty.net/planning/
DATE: October 19, 2026
TO: All builders and contractors who serve Cheboygan County
FROM: Michael Turisk, Director, Cheboygan County Department of Planning and Zoning
Dear Cheboygan County Builders and Contractors,
Enclosed is a bid request for a homeowner rehabilitation project (furnace/home heating system) through the
Cheboygan County Home Improvement Loan Program. We are providing this information in the hope that you will
have interest in submitting bids for the project described and located below:
One bid request is enclosed:
#H2026-396 - Furnace/home heating system repair/replacement for dwelling located at 16404 Riverline
Dr., Wolverine, MI
Bids will be accepted until November 2, 2026 at 4PM. Note that the Cheboygan County Home Improvement
Loan Services Program has been streamlined to be as builder/contractor-friendly as possible, including providing
up-front project funding for materials and labor costs.
Please feel free to call at 231.627.8485 or by email at mturisk@cheboygancounty.net should you have any
questions, or to be included on our mailing list in order to continue to receive future bid requests. If we don't hear
from you, we'll assume you don't want to receive future bid requests.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Michael Turisk, Director
Cheboygan County Department of Planning and Zoning
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination: write USDA, Director, Office
of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and
TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Cheboygan County
Home Improvement Loan Services
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CHEBOYGAN COUNTY BUILDING 870 S. MAIN ST. (Room 103) CHEBOYGAN, MI 49721
PHONE: (231) 627-8489 FAX: (231) 627-3646 www.cheboygancounty.net/planning/
Note: All bids must include the job ID number.
Also, please note that the enclosed bid request requires all bids to be due on Monday, November 2, 2026, at 4:00
PM.
Bids must be received in Room 103 of the Cheboygan County Building by that time and date. You may hand-
deliver or mail your bid to our office. You may print out a copy of the bid packet included in this communication, or
you may pick up a bid packet at our office. The complete bid packet must be returned and signed.
If you have any questions about the bid specifications, please contact:
Cheboygan County Home Improvement Loan Services
PO BOX 70
870 S. Main St., Room 103
Cheboygan, MI 49721
mturisk@cheboygancounty.net
Office: 231.627.8485
To participate, contractors must submit a copy of their license and proof of liability insurance and workers'
compensation coverage, if not already on file. Bids will be opened, but not awarded on the due date. The
homeowners will be given a list of contractors who have participated in these programs or whose licensing and
insurance are on file in this office. The homeowners are informed that they may ask any other licensed contractors
they know to submit bids.
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination: write USDA, Director, Office
of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and
TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Cheboygan County
Home Improvement Loan Services
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CHEBOYGAN COUNTY BUILDING 870 S. MAIN ST. (Room 103) CHEBOYGAN, MI 49721
PHONE: (231) 627-8489 FAX: (231) 627-3646 www.cheboygancounty.net/planning/
BID PACKET
REHABILITATION SPECIFICATIONS:
PROPERTY ADDRESS:
16404 Riverline Dr., Wolverine, MI 49799
PROJECT # H2026-396
Bids Due: 4:00 PM, Monday, November 2, 2026
I. General Requirements:
1. These rehabilitation specifications are provided for the single-family home being renovated at 903 Fremont St. in
the City of Cheboygan.
2. This is an occupied single-family home. General contractors and subcontractors must communicate with the
homeowner as to the scheduling of work and the protection of furniture and personal belongings.
3. There are nearby neighbors adjacent to the subject property. Contractor and subcontractors must keep
renovation noise to a minimum and advise neighbors of major disruptions to minimize conflicts.
4. All work will require building permits issued by the Cheboygan County Department of Building Safety. Cost of all
permits and inspection fees to be borne by the contractor and included in the bid proposal.
5. Funding for this project is being provided by Cheboygan County through Michigan State Housing Development
Authority (MSHDA) and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Contractors must comply
with all applicable funding requirements hereby incorporated into these specifications.
6. All work is to be completed under one (1) general contract. The general contractor is responsible for
all work requiring other trades. The General Contractor and subcontractors must be licensed and insured,
including workman's compensation insurance, and must provide copies to the owner. The General Contractor
must list all proposed subcontractors and the proposed costs of each subcontractor. Owners reserve the right to
approve all subcontractors.
7. Contractors are responsible for field verifying all measurements.
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination: write USDA, Director, Office
of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and
TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Cheboygan County
Home Improvement Loan Services
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CHEBOYGAN COUNTY BUILDING 870 S. MAIN ST. (Room 103) CHEBOYGAN, MI 49721
PHONE: (231) 627-8489 FAX: (231) 627-3646 www.cheboygancounty.net/planning/
8. Contractor is responsible for refuse disposal. If a dumpster is being used, the contractor must coordinate its
placement with Cheboygan County while being sensitive to parking, snow removal, and the surrounding property
owners.
9. Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
10. Construction must be completed within 120 days of execution of said contract unless otherwise agreed to by
Cheboygan County. Contractor will be responsible for liquidated damages of $100.00 per day over contract period.
11. All materials must be installed per the manufacturer's specifications and in accordance with all applicable
building codes. Contractor responsible for obtaining all required permits. All bidders to include all necessary
materials and labor to complete work to Cheboygan County's satisfaction.
12. Work to be performed to meet generally accepted standards for construction. Cheboygan County and Owners
are not responsible for items not included in specifications or floor plans but required to complete the contract.
13. Sworn statements and lien waivers are required prior to payment for work completed.
14. Federal Section 3 and Executive Order 11246 requirements (attached) must be met, and proof of compliance
is required by all general and subcontractors.
15. Contractor is responsible for displaying on the job site the Equal Housing Opportunity poster (provided by
Cheboygan County), Notice of Commencement, building permit, and one set of architectural drawings, if
applicable.
16. Contractor is responsible for keeping the property clean and secure at all times.
17. No smoking is permitted inside the housing unit.
18. General Contractor must provide one (1) year warranty on all work completed in this contract.
II. General Rehabilitation Specifications:
Furnace/home heating system repair/replacement
Bid $__________
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination: write USDA, Director, Office
of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and
TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Cheboygan County
Home Improvement Loan Services
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CHEBOYGAN COUNTY BUILDING 870 S. MAIN ST. (Room 103) CHEBOYGAN, MI 49721
PHONE: (231) 627-8489 FAX: (231) 627-3646 www.cheboygancounty.net/planning/
III. Bidding Instructions:
1. Bidders must provide a bid for all work items, including specified material allowances.
2. The Subcontractor List on the next page must be completed by the General Contractor.
3. All incomplete bids will be rejected.
4. Cheboygan County reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids.
5. Bids are due by Monday, November 2, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. mailed or delivered to:
Michael Turisk, Cheboygan County Director of Planning and Zoning
Cheboygan County Building, Room 103
870 South Main Street, P.O. Box 70
Cheboygan, MI 49721
IV. Bid Information:
Bid submitted by:
TOTAL BID PRICE:
$______________________
V. SUBCONTRACTOR LIST (AS APPLICABLE)
Name of Subcontractor:
Cost:
Company Name:
Address
Federal I.D.
Mechanical:
Electrical:
Plumbing:
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination: write USDA, Director, Office
of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and
TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Cheboygan County
Home Improvement Loan Services
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CHEBOYGAN COUNTY BUILDING 870 S. MAIN ST. (Room 103) CHEBOYGAN, MI 49721
PHONE: (231) 627-8489 FAX: (231) 627-3646 www.cheboygancounty.net/planning/
Drywall:
Flooring:
Painting:
Tree trimming:
Other:
Signature: ________________________________________________________________
Print Name:___________________________________________________________
Date:______________________
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY CLAUSE (EXECUTIVE ORDER 11246)
During the performance of this contract, the contractor agrees as follows:
"(1) The contractor will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for Employment because of race, creed,
color, or national origin. The contractor will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that
employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, creed, color, or national origin. Such action
shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or
recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for
training, including apprenticeship. The contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees
and applicants for employment, notices to be provided by the contracting officer setting forth the provisions of this
nondiscrimination clause."
"(2) The contractor will, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of the contractor,
state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, or
national origin."
"(3) The contractor will send to each labor union or representative of workers with which he has a collective
bargaining agreement or other contract or understanding, a notice, to be provided by the agency contracting
officer, advising the labor union or workers' representative of the contractor's commitments under Section 202 of
Executive Order No. 11246 of September 24, 1965, and shall post copies of the notice in conspicuous places
available to employees and applicants for employment."
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination: write USDA, Director, Office
of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and
TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Cheboygan County
Home Improvement Loan Services
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CHEBOYGAN COUNTY BUILDING 870 S. MAIN ST. (Room 103) CHEBOYGAN, MI 49721
PHONE: (231) 627-8489 FAX: (231) 627-3646 www.cheboygancounty.net/planning/
"(4) The contractor will comply with all provisions of Executive Order No. 11246 of Sept. 24, 1965, and of the rules,
regulations, and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor."
"(5) The contractor will furnish all information and reports required by Executive Order No.
11246 of September 24, 1965, and by the rules, regulations, and orders of the Secretary of Labor, or pursuant
thereto, and will permit access to his books, records, and accounts by the contracting agency and the Secretary of
Labor for purposes of investigation to ascertain compliance with such rules, regulations, and orders."
"(6) In the event of the contractor's noncompliance with the nondiscrimination clauses of this contract or with any of
such rules, regulations, or orders, this contract may be cancelled, terminated or suspended in whole or in part and
the contractor may be declared ineligible for further government contracts in accordance with procedures
authorized in Executive Order No. 11246 of Sept 24, 1965, and such other sanctions may be imposed and
remedies invoked as provided in Executive Order No. 11246 of September 24,1965, or by rule, regulation, or order
of the Secretary of Labor, or as otherwise provided by law."
"(7) The contractor will include the provisions of Paragraphs (1) through (7) in every subcontract or purchase order
unless exempted by rules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary of Labor issued pursuant to Section 204 of
Executive Order No. 11246 of Sept. 24, 1965, so that such provisions will be binding upon each subcontractor or
vendor. The contractor will take such action with respect to any subcontract or purchase order as the contracting
agency may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions including sanctions for noncompliance. Provided,
however, that in the event the contractor becomes involved in, or is threatened with, litigation with a subcontractor
or vendor as a result of such direction by the contracting agency, the contractor may request the United States to
enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the United States."
I agree to abide by the above Executive Order:______________________
Date______________
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination: write USDA, Director, Office
of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and
TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.