Bid guide
How to bid on construction for Bettye Henderson Holston Elementary School, Clarke County Board of Education
What the agency is buying
The Clarke County School District is seeking pre-qualified general contractors for additions and renovations at Bettye Henderson Holston Elementary School in Athens, Georgia. This project involves approximately 14,086 square feet of new single-story construction and phased renovation of 69,923 square feet of the existing building. The work also includes site improvements and playground equipment.
The anticipated budget for this project is $15 million, with construction expected to start in November 2026. This is a significant opportunity for general contractors with relevant experience in school construction and renovation.
Key dates and deadlines
There are several important dates for this solicitation. Responses to Qualification Statements are due by September 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM. A mandatory Pre-Proposal conference will be held on September 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET at the Clarke County School District, District Service's Building, 145 Paradise Blvd, Athens, Georgia 30607, in the Nutrition conference room (2nd Floor).
Sealed Competitive Cost Proposals must be submitted by September 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Proposals should be delivered to the Clarke County School District SPLOST Office, 145 Paradise Blvd., Athens, Georgia, 30607.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for general contractors holding an Unlimited Georgia License. Firms should have previous project experience with accelerated summer schedule renovation work of a similar size and scope. The project's nature, including new construction and phased renovations, requires contractors with a strong track record in educational facility projects.
The Clarke County School District will notify companies via email regarding their qualification status after the September 14 deadline. Disqualified proposers have 10 days to appeal the decision by emailing arguments and evidence to [email protected].
How to respond
To access the solicitation, view the original source on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). You do not need an account to view the posting and its associated documents. The posting will direct you on how to submit your response.
First, submit your Qualification Statement by September 14, 2026. After pre-qualification, bidding documents can be obtained by email from the Architect, Lindsay, Pope, Brayfield and Assocs. Inc., 344 West Pike Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. Finally, submit your sealed Competitive Cost Proposal by the September 29, 2026 deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Given the two-stage process (qualification then cost proposal), ensure your initial qualification statement clearly demonstrates your firm's unlimited Georgia license and specific experience with accelerated summer renovation projects of similar scale. Provide concrete examples and references.
Attend the mandatory pre-proposal conference on September 15, 2026. This is crucial for understanding project specifics, asking questions, and networking. Pay close attention to the phased renovation requirements and how your proposed schedule aligns with the district's needs, especially for an active school environment. Carefully review all bidding documents once pre-qualified to ensure your cost proposal is comprehensive and accurate.
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View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Clarke County Board of Education; the original posting controls.