751/24162. DPL; Yankee Springs Shooting Range

The State of Michigan's Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) and Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are seeking bids for the construction of a new Yankee Springs Shooting Range located at 10370 Gun Lake Road in Middleville, Michigan. The project involves building a 2,600 square foot wood-framed covered 4-lane archery and pellet gun range with associated site work, including a new drive access, parking for 11 vehicles (with one ADA space), and bus pull-off lanes. The facility will be constructed using 6-inch crushed limestone over 4-inch aggregate base, with specific design requirements adhering to the 2015 Michigan Building Code and other relevant state and national construction standards. The bid is due on April 23, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time, with a mandatory walk-through inspection previously held on April 7, 2025. Potential bidders must submit responses electronically through SIGMA VSS, providing 5% bid security, and are required to email any questions to David Moss at david.moss@collierseng.com by April 17, 2025. The total contract time is 140 days, with the project expected to be completed by mid-September 2025.

The procurement offers potential preferences for Qualified Disabled Veteran (QDV) businesses and Michigan-based businesses. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project includes an allowance of $60,000 for contingency purposes. Performance and payment bonds are required for bids over $50,000, and contractors may be subject to LEIN checks for vendor representatives. The project emphasizes environmental considerations, including soil erosion control and coordination with the DNR for site access and preparation. Bidders will need to demonstrate compliance with prevailing wage requirements and coordinate with Consumers Energy for utility installations. The project budget and funding come directly from state resources, with Colliers Engineering and Design serving as the primary design and engineering firm. The total project scope suggests a comprehensive development of a shooting range facility with a focus on accessibility, environmental impact, and local infrastructure needs, with a total building footprint of approximately 2,654 square feet.