472/16345. TAP Chippewa CF - Freezer Replacement

The State of Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) is procuring construction services for the replacement of food service coolers and freezer units at the Chippewa Correctional Facility located at 4269 W. M80, Kincheloe, Michigan 49784. This selective demolition and renovation project (DTMB File Number 472/16345.TAP) requires the replacement of existing food service equipment with new Chrysler & Koppin G4-2000 walk-in cooler and freezer units, including all associated mechanical and electrical work necessary to support the replacements. The project scope specifies that replacement and startup of the new interior cooler must be completed prior to construction of the exterior freezer, with contract completion required by July 31, 2018. Mandatory requirements include attendance at a pre-bid walk-through inspection held on February 14, 2018 at 11:00 a.m., submission of electronic bids by March 7, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. local time, and submission of LEIN (Law Enforcement Information Network) request forms five business days prior to the walk-through for facility security clearance. Questions regarding the project were accepted until February 23, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. All contractors must provide sealed structural calculations from a Michigan-licensed engineer demonstrating that the freezer unit accommodates ASCE 7-10 loads including 70 psf ground snow load, 50.5 psf roof snow load, and 115 mph wind design at exposure Class C. Liquidated damages are assessed at $500 per calendar day for delays in substantial completion and $300 per day for delays in final completion.

The procurement documents do not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to disadvantaged enterprises or other specialized business classifications. A 5 percent bid guarantee is required in the form of a certified check, cashier's check, money order, or bid bond, with performance and payment bonds required for all bids exceeding $50,000. Prevailing wage rates established by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs for Chippewa County apply to all construction mechanics employed on the project. The project includes a $10,000 provisional allowance for contingency work and is classified as a minor project with comprehensive specifications covering multiple construction disciplines including selective demolition, concrete, masonry, carpentry, roofing, gypsum board, ceramic tiling, plumbing, HVAC systems, and electrical systems. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are referenced in the solicitation documents. Bid documents may be obtained from the Michigan SIGMA system at https://sigma.michigan.gov/webapp/PRDVSS2X1/AltSelfService or from the project's professional services consultant, OHM Advisors, at 906.482.0535 or deana.wuori@ohm-advisors.com. The specific contract award value or budget range is not disclosed in the available procurement documents.