Bid guide
How to bid on historic window and door replacement for Traverse City
What Traverse City is buying
The City of Traverse City is seeking proposals to replace historic windows and exterior doors at the 1905 Andrew Carnegie Building, 322 W. Sixth St., Traverse City, Michigan.
The replacements must preserve the building’s original architectural profile and sightlines. Proposed units, materials, finishes, and installation methods must follow local historic preservation guidelines. The work must replace existing windows and doors without changing their dimensions or openings.
Key dates and the closing deadline
Questions are due November 10, 2026. Proposals are due November 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
Submit through BidNet Direct, or as the notice directs, before the closing time. Allow time to complete the electronic submission process; do not wait until the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This RFP may suit construction firms that handle historic window and exterior door replacement and can plan work to preserve existing profiles and sightlines.
Vendors should be prepared to show how their proposed units, materials, finishes, and installation methods comply with local historic preservation guidelines.
How to access and submit a response
Open the solicitation on BidNet Direct using the “View original source” option. The title and dates are public; a free BidNet Direct vendor account is needed to view the full notice, documents, and addenda.
Review the available documents and addenda, then submit your response through BidNet Direct or as the notice directs before November 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
Prepare a clear, project-specific proposal
Explain how your proposed windows and doors will maintain the building’s architectural profile and sightlines, and describe the materials, finishes, and installation approach. Make clear that the work replaces existing units without changing their dimensions or openings.
Check the solicitation documents and addenda for the requested response format and any evaluation details. Send questions by November 10, 2026, and leave time to verify that your electronic submission is complete before the deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Traverse City; the original posting controls.