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This document is related to a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for the build-out of a new 66 ft Fisheries Research Vessel. The project includes a one-year completion timeline, with the option for bidders to submit an alternate timeline if unable to meet the one-year requirement. The bid is due by 3:00 p.m. Eastern on Thursday, February 29, 2024, with questions accepted until 5:00 p.m. Eastern on Friday, February 23, 2024. The project does not require performance bonds, and an addendum has been issued to extend the bid due date and clarify the completion date requirements. Additionally, the SEAKEEPER Specification has been added to the bid documents.

The RFP is open to all qualified shipyards, and the Michigan DNR will evaluate bids based on qualifications, experience, dollar value, and the best-fit completion date. The project is located within the jurisdictions of Ingham County and the City of Lansing, Michigan.