472/23130. SDW; Woodland Center C. F. - Boiler Replacement

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) is soliciting competitive bids for a comprehensive boiler replacement project at the Woodland Center Correctional Facility located in Whitmore Lake, Washtenaw County. The procurement involves removing existing boilers, pumps, hydronic piping, and associated equipment, and installing new boilers, pumps, piping, controls, and hydronic equipment. Key deliverables include complete system replacement with specific requirements for boiler manufacturers (approved alternatives include Aerco and Captive-Aire), integration with existing Honeywell DDC control systems, and minimal disruption to facility operations. The project has a substantial completion timeline of 182 days (26 weeks) from the pre-construction meeting or Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages of $500 per day for delays beyond the completion date. The mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on March 6, 2025, with electronic bids due on March 12, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time through the SIGMA VSS website. Bidders must submit a 5% bid guarantee and comply with prevailing wage rates, and questions were to be received by March 7, 2025.

The procurement includes two specific allowances: a $15,000 asbestos abatement allowance and a $200,000 provisional allowance. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly highlighted, the solicitation mentions potential Qualified Disabled Veteran (QDV) bidder considerations. Contractors must complete a LEIN (Law Enforcement Information Network) request five business days prior to the meeting to obtain facility access, indicating strict security protocols for working within a correctional facility. The project requires comprehensive background checks for all personnel and adherence to specific technical specifications for HVAC systems, controls, and installation methods. Contractors must provide proof of insurance, performance and payment bonds, and various qualification submittals. The project is funded under funding code 171CODOC7372 and uses specific NIGP codes (90921, 90976, 91036), suggesting a structured procurement approach with detailed technical and administrative requirements.