472/17032. RWG; Newberry C. F. - Wi-Fi Cabling Infrastructure

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) and the Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) are seeking a contractor to implement a comprehensive Wi-Fi cabling infrastructure project at the Newberry Correctional Facility. The procurement involves installing a new wireless network cabling system, which includes providing and installing CAT-6A and CAT-6 cabling, raceways, cable supports, communications racks, fiber cabling between buildings, and mounting wireless access points (WAPs) in various facility locations. Key deliverables include physical infrastructure for wireless networking across multiple buildings, including the Deputy-Health Unit, Housing Units, Kitchen, Programs Building, Warehouse, Maintenance Building, Pipe Shop, and Powerhouse. A mandatory pre-bid conference was held on May 16th, 2025, and electronic bids are due on May 28th, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time. Contractors must submit a Vendor/LEIN Request form five business days prior to the pre-bid meeting, and all questions must be emailed to Bret Emerson at bids@commtechdesign.com by May 20th, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern. The project requires a 5% bid security and will involve close coordination with the owner, who will provide wireless network equipment and perform configuration while the contractor handles physical installation, cabling, and equipment mounting.

The state provides a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB) preference program that offers a 10% pricing preference for businesses owned by qualified service-disabled veterans. To qualify, businesses must demonstrate that they are at least 51% owned by one or more veterans with a service-connected disability and provide appropriate documentation such as DD214 forms or Veterans Administration Rating Decision Letters. The National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC) certification is an acceptable verification method. The total estimated project budget is $60,000, which includes a $25,000 contingency allowance, $25,000 hydrovac allowance, and $10,000 electrical allowance. The contract will be awarded based on best value considerations, with potential preference given to Qualified Disabled Veteran (QDV) businesses. The project has a contract time of 180 days from the Notice to Proceed and requires adherence to prevailing wage requirements. Bidders must be prepared to provide a 40-foot Conex storage container on-site and coordinate extensively with the owner's network team for equipment configuration and installation.