472/17373. GAG Oaks CF- Stun Fence/Perimeter Security Upgrade

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget seeks qualified contractors to perform stun fence and perimeter security upgrades at the Oaks Correctional Facility located at 1500 Caberfae Highway, Manistee, Michigan, under project file number 472/17373.GAG. This procurement involves the installation of a new Security Management System (SMS) to monitor perimeter shaker wire, stun fence, and motion sensors; replacement of existing stun fence controllers with Gallagher F32 units; installation of new Ethernet network connections to stun fence controllers and towers; installation of new servers and personal computers to support the SMS; installation of new 16-foot high fencing, stun fence, and razor wire at the administrative building; relocation of interior perimeter fencing; and installation of a new exterior door at the administrative building. Key deliverables include completion of all electrical and security system improvements, comprehensive as-built documentation, one-year warranty coverage following final completion, software updates for three years post-completion, and contractor-provided training. Prospective bidders must demonstrate current manufacturer certification for the Senstar StarNet 2 security management system and provide proof of at least three completed similar projects within the previous two years with qualified references. A mandatory pre-bid walk-through inspection was held on April 16, 2019 at 10:00 a.m., with electronic bids originally due May 1, 2019 at 2:00 p.m., subsequently extended to May 8, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. local time through Bid Addendum #1. Questions were accepted until April 23, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. The project contract time for completion is 120 calendar days from the project kickoff meeting, with liquidated damages of $250.00 per calendar day for delays beyond substantial completion.

All contractor and vendor representatives attending the mandatory pre-bid walk-through were required to submit a Vendor/Contractor LEIN Request form (CAJ-1037) five business days prior to the meeting to facilitate criminal background checks through the Michigan Law Enforcement Information Network, a security requirement for facility access. Bidders must be Michigan-based businesses if their bids exceed $100,000 and must submit bid security equal to five percent of the base bid amount, either as a certified check or bid bond. Performance and payment bonds are required for all contracts exceeding $50,000. The bid documents included multiple addenda addressing specifications clarifications, including two additive alternates: Alternate #1 for replacement of all stun fence cabling from controllers to the fence with new manufacturer-approved outdoor-rated cabling and connectors, and Alternate #2 for replacement of all stun fence springs at junction points with new manufacturer-approved springs or tensioning devices. The project includes a $20,000 contingency allowance for work of uncertain scope. While specific award values are not disclosed in the available procurement documents, the project scope and bonding requirements suggest a contract value exceeding $50,000. The project is funded through the Michigan Department of Corrections under funding code 472ECFMaintProj.