472/24052. JGH; Newberry CF - Perimeter Repair/ Replacement

The State of Michigan's Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) is soliciting bids for a perimeter repair and replacement project at the Newberry Correctional Facility located in Newberry, Michigan. The project, identified by File Number 472/24052.JGH, involves comprehensive security fence enhancements including installing new razor mesh panels, replacing damaged razor ribbon, reinstalling razor ribbon attachment ties, replacing damaged horizontal fence support rails, and installing new fence fabric and detainer hook razor ribbon. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit occurred on February 4, 2025, at 1:00 pm, with bids due on February 19, 2025, at 2:00 pm Eastern time. Contractors must submit bids through SIGMA VSS with a maximum of two attachments under 6MB each and provide a 5% bid guarantee. All contractor representatives must submit a Vendor/Contractor LEIN Request five business days prior to the meeting, and questions must be emailed to Joe Sovis at Matrix Consulting Engineers by February 13, 2025, at 2:00 pm. The project has an approximate start date of April 19, 2025, with substantial completion required within 90 days (July 19, 2025) and final completion within an additional 30 days (August 19, 2025).

The contract requires strict compliance with specific qualifications and security protocols due to the correctional facility environment. All workers must pass LEIN background checks and adhere to restricted work hours and security guidelines. Contractors must comply with Michigan prevailing wage requirements and use ground penetrating radar to document underground utilities before excavation. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned, the project includes a $25,000 allowance in the base bid schedule. Contractors will need to demonstrate expertise in security fencing, familiarity with correctional facility infrastructure, and ability to work within stringent security constraints. The project involves detailed technical specifications, including installation of stainless steel tie wires, 24-inch wide razor mesh panels, three rows of detainer hook razor ribbon, and 12-foot tall chain link fence fabric. Though a specific budget range was not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the perimeter security upgrades suggests a significant investment in facility infrastructure improvements.