472/20021. TAP; Kinross CF - Security Gate & Door Replacement

The State of Michigan, specifically the Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) and Department of Corrections, is seeking professional engineering services for a security gate and door replacement project at the Kinross Correctional Facility (KCF) located in Clare County. The procurement involves comprehensive professional services including design, permitting, construction administration, and inspection of automatic sliding steel security gates and hollow metal detention-grade doors in the facility's Administration building. Key project objectives include upgrading to current agency standards, improving gate technologies, and maintaining facility security and operational continuity. A mandatory pre-proposal conference was held on March 30th, 2020 via Skype/Microsoft Teams, with proposals due on April 9th, 2020 at 2:00 pm EST. Proposals will be evaluated on an 80% technical content and 20% cost basis, with contractors required to submit detailed technical and cost proposals using specific DTMB formats. All project personnel must undergo LEIN clearances, complete facility orientation, and adhere to strict access protocols. Unique requirements include obtaining LARA Plan Review Permits, developing emergency access plans, and coordinating closely with correctional facility staff to minimize operational disruptions.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The total maximum not-to-exceed contract amount is $12,167.50, which includes professional fees of $10,667.50 and reimbursable expenses of $1,500.00 for permits, testing, inspections, and travel. Reimbursable costs will cover specific expenses such as printing, reproduction, shipping, soil borings, site surveys, and laboratory testing. Contractors must submit comprehensive documentation including personnel details, billable hourly rates, anticipated project hours, and a detailed cost breakdown by project phase. The project is proposed for completion in 2020, with a contract recommendation expected within 30 days following the proposal due date. All submissions must be made electronically through SIGMA VSS, and contractors must demonstrate the capability to work within the secure correctional facility environment while maintaining stringent security standards and minimizing facility operational disruptions.