511/24346. AGY; Fort Custer - Renovate Rec. Facilities

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) and the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) are seeking a contractor to renovate recreational facilities at the Fort Custer Training Center located in Augusta, Michigan. The project, identified as DMVA Project No. 2610524612, involves comprehensive renovation of Building #2836, including structural modifications, new roof trusses, electrical system upgrades, and interior renovations. The contract encompasses providing all labor, equipment, and materials to transform the existing facility, with two potential bid alternates: one for constructing a new basketball court and another for modifying the building's structure. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site tour was held on August 19, 2025, at 10:00 am ET, with bid responses due on September 3, 2025, at 2:00 pm Eastern time. Bidders must submit their responses electronically through SIGMA VSS, with a maximum of two attachments under 25 MB, and are required to provide a 5% bid security. The project has a contract duration of 300 calendar days and involves multiple divisions of work, including architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical renovations.

The procurement opportunity includes special provisions for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses (SDVOB), offering a 10% pricing preference for businesses that are at least 51% owned by service-disabled veterans. Bidders must have proof of State Project Registration from the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity and are limited to representing one bidder at the mandatory walk-through. The National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC) certification is accepted as verification of SDVOB status. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the project involves significant facility renovations with potential alternates that could impact the total project cost. Contractors must submit comprehensive documentation including shop drawings, construction schedules, safety plans, and must comply with various state requirements. The project emphasizes local business participation, with a preference for Michigan-based businesses, and includes provisions for performance and payment bonds for contracts exceeding $50,000. Liquidated damages are set at $200 per day, and final payment is contingent upon submission and approval of closeout documents, including certificates of completion, as-built drawings, warranties, and owner's manuals.