472/22064. CTS; Saginaw CF - HVAC Renovations

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) is soliciting bids for comprehensive HVAC renovations at the Saginaw Correctional Facility located at 9625 Pierce Road in Freeland, Michigan. The project, identified by File No. 472/22064.CTS, involves extensive mechanical system upgrades including replacement of existing dampers, installation of new 24-volt fire/smoke DDC damper actuators, and associated control system modifications across multiple facility buildings (Buildings 100-900 and 1200). Contractors must complete a mandatory pre-bid meeting held on January 31, 2025, and submit electronic bids through SIGMA VSS by February 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET. The project requires contractors to obtain security clearance, complete site-specific training, and adhere to strict working conditions within the correctional facility environment. Key deliverables include mechanical demolition, new HVAC equipment installations, control system upgrades, and integration with existing fire alarm systems, with a total contract period of 100 calendar days from notice to proceed to substantial completion (targeting June 18, 2025).

The procurement includes specific requirements for contractor qualifications, with a 5% bid guarantee mandatory for all submissions and performance/payment bonds required for bids exceeding $50,000. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Workers' Compensation, and Builder's Risk Insurance for the full contract value. The project includes a $40,000 allowance for contingency scope and allows for an add-alternate for replacement of mechanical/electrical room supply fans. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly noted, the bid documents encourage the use of Michigan products when price, quality, and performance are comparable. The project is funded under matrix code 472SRFMAINTPROJ, with Matrix Consulting Engineers serving as the professional consulting agency. Bidders must comply with state prevailing wage requirements under 2023 PA 10 and be prepared to work within the unique constraints of a correctional facility environment, including restricted work hours (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday-Friday) and mandatory security protocols.