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Jan
8

Bid Opening: Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor Hydraulic Dredging Project

Notice of Bid Opportunity
Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor Hydraulic Dredging Project

The Village of Elk Rapids is now accepting sealed bids for hydraulic dredging of the main fairway entrance to the Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor. This project involves removing approximately 5,000 cubic yards of sand and silt to maintain safe navigation conditions and relocating the dredged material to designated upland areas for approved beach nourishment.

Bid Deadline:
Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time
Bids received by the deadline will be publicly opened and read aloud.

Submission Details:
Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly labeled Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor bid for Hydraulic Dredging and delivered to the Village of Elk Rapids, Attn: Harbormaster Mike Singleton, 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49629.

There is no mandatory pre bid meeting. Contractors are responsible for reviewing the plans and specifications and familiarizing themselves with existing site conditions. Access may be coordinated through the Harbormaster.

The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.

Full RFP and documents are available at:
https://www.elkrapids.org/bid-opportunities

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Jan
14

Green Elk Rapids presents the award-winning documentary "All Too Clear: Beneath the Surface of the Great Lakes."

Wednesday January 14-Green Elk Rapids presents the award-winning documentary "All Too Clear:  Beneath the Surface of the Great Lakes."

The documentary uses cutting edge technology to explore how the invasive quagga mussels are changing the Great Lakes eco-system at a scale not seen since the glaciers.

5:00 PM-doors open, concessions and libations available

6:00 PM-screening, followed by comments from the producers via zoom

Elk Rapids Cinema, 205 River Street, Elk Rapids

$5 donation welcomed

Students attend free

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Jan
22

Ames Street Lighting Bid Deadline/Opening

Bid Opportunity: Ames Street Streetscape Lighting

The Village of Elk Rapids is now accepting sealed bids for the Ames Street Streetscape Lighting Project. This project includes final electrical design and installation of a complete lighting package for Ames Street from US 31 to Bass Street, along with restoration of the project area.

📌 Bid Deadline: Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. (local time). Bids will be publicly opened and read at the Village Offices, 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids.

📌 Mandatory Pre Bid Meeting: Tuesday, January 6, 202,6 at 10:00 a.m.Location: Village Offices, 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids. Only bidders who attend the pre-bid meeting will be eligible to submit a bid.

📄 Bid documents are available here:

Builders Exchange of Northwest Michigan: https://bxtvc.com/Village

Bid Opportunities Page: https://www.elkrapids.org/bid-opportunities

If you have questions, please contact Village Clerk, Leah Moskovitz, at lmoskovitz@elkrapids.org or visit the Village Offices at 315 Bridge Street, Elk Rapids, MI 49629.

Please share this with contractors or firms who may be interested. Thank you!

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