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The busy local market for automotive-related construction projects just got busier.
General Motors Corp. is planning a $16 million renovation this year of a key engineering building at its Warren technical complex.
The automaker will convert the so-called north engineering building in the tech center from shop space to high-tech engineering offices, said Mark Fitzpatrick, vice president of the St. Clair Shores-based John M. Olson Co.
Olson is one of several local construction contractors asked this month to bid on the refurbishment of the 180,000-square-foot building.
Perini Building Co.-Central U.S. Division in Southfield is putting a bid together for submission to GM this week, said Robert Washer, Perini vice president of business development.
Reflecting an industry trend, GM wants the job done fast. It's expected to select the winning bid shortly after they're all in hand, and the carmaker's timetable for...