2021 Correlation and Calibration of Skid System

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the 2021 Correlation and Calibration of Skid System, seeking a qualified contractor to perform a comprehensive two-sided skid system calibration and correlation using ASTM E-274 and E-2793 standards. The project specifically requires calibration involving 501 tires on the left side and E-524 tires on the right side, with full departure correlations for both trailer sides and potential optional arrival correlation at 40 MPH. Mandatory minimum qualifications include being a calibration center recognized by the ASTM E-17 Committee and performing calibration according to the current ASTM E2793 Test Procedure. The RFP was posted on February 5, 2021, with proposals due by February 16, 2021, and an anticipated contract start date of March 1, 2021. The contract is expected to be completed within 60 business days, with delivery anticipated in March-April 2021. The state will evaluate proposals based on best value, considering factors beyond the lowest price, such as technical capabilities, compliance with standards, and overall project approach.

The procurement appears open to a wide range of qualified vendors, with potential preference given to disabled veteran-owned businesses. The state will consider the overall economic impact of the contract, including potential job creation, tax revenue implications, and investments in Michigan capital. Contractors must meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 per accident), Workers' Compensation, Employers Liability ($500,000 per accident), and Garagekeepers Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence). Insurance policies must protect the State of Michigan, be primary and non-contributing, and provided by an insurance company with an A.M. Best rating of "A-" or better. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement is structured as a lump sum payment for correlation and calibration services, suggesting a defined budget for this specialized technical service. The state reserves the right to award the contract based on comprehensive evaluation criteria that extend beyond simple price comparison.