472/17032. RWG; St Louis CF - WiFi Cabling Infrastructure

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) is procuring a comprehensive Wi-Fi cabling infrastructure project for the St. Louis Correctional Facility located in St. Louis, Michigan. The procurement involves installing a new Wi-Fi network system, including CAT-6A and CAT-6 cabling infrastructure, raceways, cable supports, and wireless access points (WAPs) across multiple facility buildings including administration, support services, education, housing units, and warehouse spaces. Contractors must install owner-provided wireless network equipment, route cables, mount WAPs, and ensure full system connectivity with comprehensive technical specifications. A mandatory pre-bid conference was held on June 20, 2025, with bids due on July 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM Eastern time through SIGMA VSS. Qualified contractors must have BICSI certification, demonstrate proven track records, and comply with state and federal regulations. Bidders are required to submit a 5% bid guarantee and must complete a LEIN (Law Enforcement Information Network) Check request five business days prior to the mandatory pre-bid meeting. The project requires completion by February 15, 2026, with specific site access conditions including working four 10-hour days (Monday-Thursday) and adhering to strict facility security protocols.

The procurement includes specific set-aside provisions for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses (SDVOB), offering a potential 10% pricing preference for businesses that are at least 51% owned by veterans with service-connected disabilities. Contractors must provide documentation proving service and disability status, such as DD214 forms or Veterans Administration Rating Decision Letters. The project emphasizes Michigan-based businesses and includes allowances of $25,000 for contingencies and $15,000 for electrical work. Performance and payment bonds are required for contracts over $50,000, and the successful contractor will be responsible for obtaining necessary permits, conducting comprehensive testing, and providing extensive documentation. The project includes a 15-year manufacturer's warranty on the cabling infrastructure and requires coordination with a Cisco Partner for wireless network equipment configuration and labeling. Contractors must also comply with specific site access requirements, including using a Gator with an enclosed, lockable cab, storing job boxes in secure areas, and performing certain work (such as kitchen/dining work) after 7 pm. The estimated budget and specific award value were not explicitly stated in the procurement documents.