2025 S THIRD AVENUE DEMOLITION

ALPENA COUNTY LAND BANK AUTHORITY
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL: DEMOLITION AND UNIVERSAL WASTE REMOVAL SERVICES - 2025 S THIRD AVE
BLIGHT ELIMINATION PROGRAM ROUND 3
IMPORTANT DATES:
EVENT DATE DUE TIME DUE METHOD OF
COMMUNICATION
RFP RELEASE March 10, 2026
QUESTIONS AND March 25, 2026 5:00 PM Direct all questions to:
ANSWERS TO RFP DUE montielb@alpena.mi.us or
989-354-1771
RFP RESPONSE DUE March 26, 2026 4:00 PM Submit by email to:
montielb@alpena.mi.us and
cebulac@alpenacounty.org.
May also be submitted in
person or via mail to:
Cindy Cebula
Alpena County Land Bank
Authority
720 W Chisholm St. Suite 3,
Alpena MI 49707
CONTRACTOR March 31, 2026 9:00 AM Howard Male Conference
SELECTION Room
719 W Chisholm St
Alpena MI 49707
SCHEDULE AND Demolition Deadline: June 30, 2026
DEADLINES FOR See 2.1.11 for more information
COMPLETION
Please check your submission to make sure you have included all of the information which is required in the
Request for Proposal. Late submissions will not be accepted.
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Contents
DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................................ 3
SCOPE OF WORK ....................................................................................................................................... 4
DELIVERABLES AND INSPECTIONS ............................................................................................................. 7
TERMS AND CONDITIONS .......................................................................................................................... 8
PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS ....................................................................................................................... 9
APPENDIX A - FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................... 10
APPENDIX B - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................. 12
BID FORM ................................................................................................................................................ 14
NON-IRAN BUSINESS CERTIFICATION ...................................................................................................... 17
APPENDIX C - 226 N RIPLEY BLVD ACCESS AGREEMENT .......................................................................... 18
APPENDIX D - PHOTOS AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT RESULTS .................................................... 21
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DESCRIPTION
1.1 The Alpena County Land Bank Authority (ACLBA), in partnership with the City of Alpena, is soliciting proposals from
qualified vendors to perform ACM/Hazardous Material Abatement and Demolition services on select properties
within the city of Alpena, MI. This RFP is open to all qualified abatement and/or demolition contractors who are
capable and qualified of meeting the objectives and requirements described in this document. Qualified
Respondent(s)s must supply documentation supporting their qualifications for evaluation. Below is a summary of
each property.
2025 S Third Ave. Alpena MI 49707
Parcel 093-607-000-004-00
Intent: Residential Demolition
Requires:
* Universal Waste Removal - HAZWOPER Certification required
o There are 16 identified light bulbs/ballasts that must be removed and properly disposed of
* Demolition and Site Restoration - State of Michigan Residential Builders license or Maintenance Contractor
license with a House Wrecking classification is required.
1.2 This Request for Proposal includes site photos and ACM/Haz Mat Survey results.
1.3 Material samples taken by the environmental contractor were tested and do not contain asbestos; see Appendix D
for sampling and test result details.
1.4 The ACLBA has ownership of the property and gives permission to conduct the scope of services required under
this RFP.
1.5 The ACLBA has obtained permission from the property owner at 226 N Ripley Blvd to access the structure from
their property if required; a copy of this agreement is included as Appendix C. The chain link fence is owned by the
property owner at 226 N Ripley Blvd; if temporary removal of the fence is required for access, it must be reinstalled
in the same or better condition. A survey of the property has also been requested.
1.6 The contractor shall submit copies of Michigan licensure for abatement and/or demolition activities as outlined in
this RFP.
1.7 The contractor shall submit a copy of their insurance information as outlined in Appendix B.
1.8 This RFP is issued by the ACLBA under a State Land Bank Authority Blight Elimination Grant utilizing federal
funding; associated grant requirements apply to this scope of work and are outlined as applicable.
1.9 Modifications to this Request for Proposal, if any, shall take the form of one or more written addenda. Such
addenda shall be considered as part of the original Request for Proposal.
1.10 A contract agreement will be executed between the ACLBA and the selected contractor post bid-award. The
contract will contain language pertaining to compliance with federal requirements, including but not limited to
document retention (through December 31, 2031) and additional requirements if the contract is over $100,000. The
ACLBA will review the list of contractors debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded from receiving federal funds
and will not enter into a contract with a vendor on this exclusion list.
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SCOPE OF WORK
2.1 Demolition of Structure: The Scope of Work ("Work") for this RFP may include, but is not necessarily limited to:
2.1.1 Security: Provide site security for duration of project after notice to proceed is received and project work has
begun. Coordination with the City of Alpena for planned Right-of-Way closures is required. City of Alpena
Department of Public Works may be able to assist with barricades if needed with 72-hour advanced notice.
2.1.2 Mobilization: Includes all labor, equipment, materials, and incidentals to mobilize to the project site to perform
the work, including but not limited to contractor office support, project meetings, site visits, site security,
temporary controls and utilities, pre-work submittals, required permitting, personal protective equipment,
disposal approvals, erosion controls, barricades, traffic control, trash disposal, cleaning, and demobilization.
2.1.3 Utilities: The City of Alpena has completed the following: 1) Confirmed with Alpena Power Company that power
has been shut off and has requested equipment removal; 2) Confirmed with Veolia that water has been shut
off; 3) confirmed with DTE that the gas line at the main has been cut and capped.
2.1.3.1 No onsite sources of water will be available during abatement activities. The contractor is responsible
for providing water for dust suppression and showers, if needed. Arrangements may be made with
Veolia to utilize a nearby hydrant for water; water usage fees must be included in RFP submissions.
2.1.3.2 Contractor should arrange for alternate sources of power to operate needed equipment. Contractor has
responsibility for confirming the disconnection of utilities prior to the start of site activities.
2.1.3.3 There are no restroom facilities at the project sites. The contractor is responsible for providing access to
restroom facilities for its workers.
2.1.4 Asbestos: Environmental testing samples did not contain asbestos. See Appendix D.
2.1.5 Universal Waste: Include all labor, equipment, materials and incidentals, transportation and disposal fees
needed to manage Universal Waste and its disposal prior to demolition. Universal wastes include, but are not
limited to, bulbs; ballasts; batteries; items containing mercury; and electronic equipment.
2.1.5.1 The Pre-demolition survey reports from Otwell-Mawby, contained in Appendix D, identified all
materials found on site. All must be addressed as part of abatement.
2.1.5.2 The contractor is responsible for determining all means and methods for removal of ACMs, including
determining appropriate PPE (respiratory protection, protective clothing, etc.), air filtration needed, the
appropriate method of decontamination (e.g., shower), and proper disposal requirements.
2.1.5.3 The contractor shall submit, in a timely manner, copies of all signed landfill weight tickets and waste
manifests or similar documentation demonstrating that universal waste was deposited in a type II
landfill or other appropriate manner approved for receipt of such materials.
2.1.6 Soil Erosion: Contractor shall comply with the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act; Soil Erosion
and Sediment Control, 1994 PA 451 Part 91 as amended, if applicable.
2.1.6.1 Includes all application fees and obtaining a soil erosion and sedimentation control permit from Alpena
County
2.1.6.2 Includes furnishing, installing, and maintaining as long as necessary and remove when no longer
required, all necessary engineering controls to prevent erosion and control sedimentation of onsite
soils.
2.1.7 Demolition: Includes all labor, equipment, materials, fees, permits, and incidentals needed to: demolish
building, flatwork, and below grade structures associated with the building (including basement, foundations,
footings, sumps, pits, vaults, etc.); transportation and disposal of all demolition debris; removal of all concrete
and asphalt drives and parking areas on site, private sidewalks, patios or any other slabs located on the site;
and utility disconnects, removal, abandonment or protection of buried underground utilities as specified.
2.1.7.1 The cost to remove trees that are necessary to remove in order to facilitate demolition, or additional
debris, should be included in the bid.
2.1.7.2 Use of explosives is strictly prohibited. Do not burn demolished materials.
2.1.7.3 Except for items or materials indicated to be reused, salvaged, or otherwise indicated to remain
property of the ACLBA or property owner, demolished materials shall become the contractor's property
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and shall be removed, recycled, or disposed from the project site in an appropriate and legal manner in
a State licensed location or landfill.
2.1.7.4 Contractor will be required to provide water, application equipment, and personnel for dust suppression
during demolition activities.
2.1.7.5 Contractor shall put in place any necessary protections to protect adjacent properties.
2.1.7.6 Contractor shall be responsible for actions necessary to remedy situations involving material spilled or
leaked in transit, or mud or dirt tracked off the site. This includes trucks carrying imported fill or other
materials to the site (i.e. dust generated from trucks entering the site on adjacent roads). Perform
cleanup in accordance with all applicable federal, State, and local regulations at no additional cost to
the ACLBA.
2.1.7.7 Temporary Fencing: The successful Respondent(s) must entirely enclose the demolition activity area by
means of woven wire or snow fence having minimum height of four feet if an open hole is left
overnight. Gates must be provided at all points of access, as applicable. Gates must be closed and
secured in place at all times when work is not in progress. The fence must be removed and grounds
restored to original condition upon completion of the work.
2.1.7.8 Contractor shall comply with all applicable MIOSHA standards.
2.1.8 Site Restoration: Site restoration shall include general backfilling, leveling and compaction and the installation
of topsoil, grass seed and straw. Procedures, methods, materials, and other information regarding excavation
and backfill shall be included in the Project Work Plan developed by the contractor. The following information
regarding excavation and backfilling shall be included in the Project Work Plan, at a minimum: (1.) Project
Schedule; (2.) List of Subcontractors; (3.) Description of the methods to be used for each related operation (i.e.,
excavation, transportation, sampling, etc.); (4.) Method to protect any storm sewers, rivers, and conveyances
during soil excavation in close proximity of the site; and (5.) Description of the means, methods, and
procedures for site restoration.
2.1.8.1 Backfill Material: Fill material shall be clean and uncontaminated from natural soils; no material bigger
than 3 inches (unless naturally occurring) is allowed. Material shall be MDOT Class II sand or MDOT
Class III granular fill and shall be free of trash, debris, roots, other organic matter, and contaminants.
Contractor shall confirm origin site of fill material and the SLBA may choose to require a material test.
Fill material shall not be taken from another project site and relocated to projects within the scope of
this RFP.
2.1.8.2 Finished Grade: The final site grade shall be to the existing back of sidewalk level. Two to six inches of
topsoil shall be used to reach final grade. The property is not required to be seeded with grass, as
construction shall commence shortly after demo is completed.
2.1.8.3 Right-of-way Areas: Contractor is required to repair, in kind or better, any areas of the contractor's
access point, such as public roads, sidewalks, or curbs, disturbed as a result of contractor's work at the
site.
2.1.9 Demobilization: Includes all labor, equipment, materials, and incidentals to complete balance of the work under
the bidding documents including but not limited to: site demobilization including removing personnel,
equipment, supplies, rubbish and incidentals from the project site.
2.1.10 Time of Work and Completion: The work to be completed pursuant to this Request for Proposal will be
scheduled between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. No work shall be done
between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
2.1.10.1 Demolition: The contractor shall commence pre-demo work (e.g., submitting notification to the State)
within four (4) days following receipt of the ACLBA's Notice to Proceed. Contractor shall begin as soon
as feasible following notification waiting periods and all work activities shall be completed by June 30,
2026. The contractor shall not discontinue work for more than five (5) consecutive calendar days
without the prior written approval of the ACLBA. ACLBA may charge the contractor for delays if
demolition is not completed on time.
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2.1.11 Alpena City Fire Department Training Exercise: The City of Alpena and the ACLBA is partnering with the Alpena
City Fire Department to conduct fire related training activities at the subject properties after universal waste is
removed and before full demolition takes place; the City of Alpena will coordinate activity timelines with the
contractor. The Alpena City Fire Department requests three (3) days for training exercises.
2.1.12 Irregularities or Changes in Scope of Work: The contractor shall notify the ACLBA immediately of any
irregularities or changes in the scope of the work.
2.1.13 Right-of-way Areas: Contractor is required to repair, in kind or better, any areas of the contractor's access point,
such as public roads, sidewalks, or curbs, disturbed as a result of contractor's work at the site.
2.1.14 Demobilization: Includes all labor, equipment, materials, and incidentals to complete balance of the work under
the bidding documents including but not limited to: site demobilization including removing personnel,
equipment, supplies, rubbish and incidentals from the project site.
2.1.15 The ACLBA has the right to prioritize project locations, if applicable.
2.1.16 Irregularities or Changes in Scope of Work: The contractor shall notify the ACLBA immediately of any
irregularities or changes in the scope of the work.
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DELIVERABLES AND INSPECTIONS
3.1 Documents: The contractor must submit the following documentation to the ACLBA following the noted
milestones. Prior to processing of final payment, all documents must be delivered to the ACLBA.
3.2 Inspections: Required inspections must take place; failure to coordinate a required inspection may result in rework
or nonpayment.
3.3 Prior to Work Beginning
3.3.1 Project Schedule
3.3.2 Pre-work photos of site
3.3.3 Project Work Plan
3.3.4 Health & Safety Plan
3.3.5 Proposed disposal facilities and facility licenses
3.4 Prior to Demolition
3.4.1 Copies of NESHAP notification for demolition
3.4.2 Demo permit application and permit
3.4.3 Dust control and air monitoring plan
3.4.4 Soil erosion and sedimentation control plan and permit if required
3.4.5 Utility disconnects applications and verifications as applicable
3.4.6 Removal of all universal waste with documentation showing quantities and how and where they were
disposed of; provide landfill tickets if applicable.
3.5 During Demolition
3.5.1 Coordination with ACLBA representative for Alpena City Fire training exercise
3.5.2 Coordination with ACLBA representative for open hole inspection and photo
3.5.3 Coordination with ACLBA representative for inspection and photo of sewer and water line cut and caps
3.5.4 Coordination with ACLBA representative for final inspection
3.6 After Demolition
3.6.1 Copies of all landfill tickets
3.6.2 Photos of finished site
3.6.3 Completed Lien Waver form
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
4.1 The Request for Proposal is not an offer of contract. Receipt of a proposal neither commits the ACLBA to award a
contract to any vendor, even if all requirements stated in this proposal are met, nor limits the ACLBA's right to
negotiate in its best interest.
4.2 Expenses incurred in the preparation of proposals in response to this Request for Proposal are the bidder's
responsibility.
4.3 The ACLBA reserves the right to contract with a vendor for reasons other than lowest price. Evaluation of bids may
include factors such as price, qualifications, experience, and scheduling.
4.4 The ACLBA reserves the right to contract with more than one contractor.
4.5 No work performed by the contractor that is out of the scope of this RFP and/or as defined by the vendor's
proposal will be reimbursed unless specifically authorized by the ACLBA in writing.
4.6 The contractor, subcontractors, and their employees shall be considered independent contractors and shall not be
deemed employees of the ACLBA for any reason.
4.7 All proposals are subject to the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. Once bids are opened, the information
contained therein becomes freely accessible by the public.
4.8 All required documentation shall be received prior to payment to the contractor. Contractor shall submit an invoice
to the City of Alpena. Payment is anticipated to be NET 30 subsequent to receipt of contractor invoice and all
required supporting documentation.
4.9 See Appendix B for insurance requirements. Subcontractors will be required to maintain the same level of
insurance.
4.10 The projects referred to in this RFP are associated with a grant through the State Land Bank with Federal funds.
Required Federal and State provisions are outlined in Appendix A and must be adhered to. Provisions not adhered
to will jeopardize grant reimbursement and the contractor will be held liable for any expenses incurred that are not
reimbursed due to contractor negligence.
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PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS
5.1 Any misunderstanding of the project scope or level of effort required to complete the requested scope of work that
comes from a contractor not fully reviewing this RFP will not release the contractor from any responsibility outlined
within this RFP.
5.2 The following shall be the minimum contents of the proposal:
5.2.1 The completed Bid Form
5.2.2 Identification of any subcontractors expected to be retained for the project and why
5.2.3 A copy of all applicable licenses
5.2.3.1 HAZWOPER Certification: Contractor shall be able to provide proof of current HAZWOPER certification.
5.2.3.2 Demolition Licenses: For residential properties, a valid State of Michigan Residential Builder license or
Maintenance Contractor license with a House Wrecking classification, either as an individual or
business, is required.
5.2.4 Proof of insurance or a letter from the contractor's insurance company indicating insurance can be obtained in
accordance with the specific terms identified in Appendix B.
5.3 A pre-bid meeting will not be held. Contractor can visit the site and view the property from the public right-of-way
at their convenience. The ACLBA may make available to prospective Bidders, prior to receipt of the Bids, access to
the buildings in which the work is to be performed, if desired. Access to the sites shall be by appointment by
contacting Montiel Birmingham at montielb@alpena.mi.us or 989-354-1771.
5.4 Questions regarding this Request for Proposal shall be submitted by email or phone by 5:00 PM on March 25,
2026, and directed to Montiel Birmingham at montielb@alpena.mi.us or 989-354-1771.
5.5 The Bid Form shall be submitted via email, mail, or hand delivered with the following subject: "Bid for Demolition &
Universal Waste Removal Services - ACLBA." For email, send to montielb@alpena.mi.us and
cebulac@alpenacounty.org. Mailed or hand delivered bids are to be addressed to Cindy Cebula, Alpena County
Land Bank Authority, 720 W Chisholm St. Suite 3, Alpena MI 49707. All bids must be received by 4:00 PM. on
March 26, 2026. Bids received after the deadline will not be accepted.
5.6 It is the intent of the ACLBA to complete the review process and execute a contract with a Contractor for these
services, as soon as practical. Contractors will be selected publicly in the Howard Male Conference Room of the
Alpena County Annex Building, 719 W Chisholm St., Alpena, Michigan, by the Alpena County Land Bank Authority
on March 31, 2026 at 9:00 AM. A response will be emailed out to all responding bidders post-bid award.
5.7 Bids submitted may not be withdrawn or modified for 60 days following the date on which they are reviewed
publicly by the ACLBA unless requested by the ACLBA or its representative. The ACLBA reserves the right to delete
or amend the contract and to add projects upon negotiation with the Contractor.
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APPENDIX A - FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS
The projects referred to in this RFP are associated with a grant through the State Land Bank with Federal funds.
Required Federal and State provisions are outlined below and must be adhered to. Provisions not adhered to will
jeopardize grant reimbursement and the contractor will be held liable for any expenses incurred that are not
reimbursed due to contractor negligence.
A. RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENTS. Generally, all contractors and subcontractors must maintain records and
financial documents related to this contract until at least December 31, 2031. U.S. Treasury may request the transfer of
records of long-term value at the end of such period. Wherever practicable, such records should be collected,
transmitted, and stored in open and machine-readable formats. See generally, 2 CFR 200.334 through 200.338.
All contractors and subcontractors must agree to provide or make available such records to Treasury upon request, and
to the Government Accountability Office (GAO), Treasury's Office of Inspector General (OIG), and their authorized
representative in order to conduct audits or other investigations.
B. UNIFORM GUIDANCE. Under the Final Rule issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) referenced at
https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/SLFRF-Final-Rule-FAQ.pdf, this contract is subject to the requirements set
forth in the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, (the
"Uniform Guidance") at 2 CFR 200.317 through 200.327. All payments requested under this program should be
accounted for with supporting documentation. All contractors and subcontractors should maintain documentation
evidencing that the Program Funds were expended in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
C. TERMINATION/RECOVERY OF PROGRAM FUNDS. Treasury requires any Program Funds received pursuant to this
Agreement, and any attachments that are expended in a manner that fails to comply with SLFRF and all other
applicable laws to be returned to Treasury. The State reserves the right to monitor the Subrecipient and their
contractors and subcontractors and take such corrective action for noncompliance as it deems necessary and
appropriate, including but not limited to, termination of the Grant Agreement and return of Program Funds previously
provided thereunder.
D. TERMINATION. The parties' contract will include the following provision: Either Party may terminate obligations
under this Agreement by giving the other Party thirty (30) calendar days prior written notice of such termination. The
ACLBA may immediately terminate this Agreement upon written notice to Contractor if Contractor materially breaches
its obligations under this Agreement or engages in any conduct which the ACLBA, in its sole discretion, determines has
or could have an adverse impact on the ACLBA's reputation or interests. In addition, the ACLBA may immediately
terminate this agreement upon written notice to Contractor, without further liability to the ACLBA, if Contractor, an
officer of Contractor, or an owner of a 25% or greater share of Contractor is convicted of a criminal offense relating to a
State, public, or private contract or subcontract; or convicted of a criminal offense including, but not limited to, any of
the following: embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, receiving stolen property,
attempting to influence a public employee to breach the ethical conduct standards for State employees; convicted
under state or federal antitrust statutes, or convicted of any other criminal offense which, in the sole discretion of the
ACLBA, reflects on Contractor's business integrity.
E. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY. Except as otherwise provided under 41 CFR Part 60, all contracts that meet
the definition of "federally assisted construction contract" in 41 CFR Part 60-1.3 must include the equal opportunity
clause provided under 41 CFR Part 60-1.4(b), in accordance with Executive Order 11246, "Equal Employment
Opportunity" (30 FR 12319, 12935, 3 CFR Part 1964-1965 Comp., p. 339), as amended by Executive Order 11375,
"Amending Executive Order 11246 Relating to Equal Employment Opportunity," and implementing regulations at 41
CFR Part 60, "Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Equal Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor."
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