751/19158. RAA; Bewabic SP - New Sewage Disposal System Study

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) and Department of Natural Resources are seeking professional architectural and engineering services for a Phase 100 study to evaluate and replace sewage disposal systems at Bewabic State Park in Crystal Falls, Michigan. The project specifically requires a Professional Services Contractor (PSC) to study replacement systems for two toilet/shower buildings and a sanitation station in the park's modern campground. Key deliverables include a comprehensive study with consultation across multiple state agencies including DNR, DTMB, SHPO, and EGLE, with formal review meetings at 50% and 90% project completion. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the SIGMA VSS system by September 19, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting already held on September 5, 2019. The evaluation will be conducted by an Ad Hoc Advisory Committee, with 80% weight given to the Technical Proposal and 20% to the Cost Proposal. Reimbursable costs include $1,000 for EGLE permitting, $10,000 for Phase I Archaeological Survey, $6,000 for Soil Sampling and Analysis, and a $5,000 Owner's Directed Allowance for additional testing. The project must be completed by June 30, 2020, with an extended Phase 100 completion date of November 30, 2020 per the first addendum.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Proposing firms must be licensed to practice in Michigan and demonstrate experience with similar projects in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Professional staff billing rates range from $35 to $100 per hour, with 4% annual increases projected through 2022. The project involves converting campsites 119-128 to full hookup sites and requires consideration of a 45-day archaeological exploration permit application process. While no incumbent vendors are directly mentioned, the project builds upon existing park infrastructure, including detailed topographical surveys, site plans, and previous campground development documents. The scope involves integrating new sewage disposal systems with existing park facilities around Fortune Lake, with careful attention to environmental and archaeological considerations. Though a precise total project budget is not specified, the reimbursable costs and professional services suggest a project value likely in the range of $50,000 to $100,000, depending on the complexity of the final proposed solution.