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 procuring construction services for the Yankee Springs Shooting Range project located at 10370 Gun Lake Road in Middleville, Michigan. The procurement involves constructing a new 2,600 square foot wood-framed covered 4-lane archery and pellet gun range with associated site work, including a new drive access and parking area for 11 vehicles and one ADA parking space. The project requires a comprehensive construction approach, including site grading, electrical infrastructure, utility connections, and compliance with state building codes. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site tour was held on April 7, 2025, with bid submissions due on April 30, 2025, at 2:00 pm ET via the SIGMA Vendor VSS system. Bidders must submit a 5% bid guarantee and comply with detailed specifications outlined in multiple addenda, including requirements for certified payroll submissions, asbestos abatement attestation, and prevailing wage rates. The contract time is specified as 140 calendar days, with liquidated damages of $1,500 per day for delays beyond the substantial completion date.

The procurement includes specific set-aside and preference provisions for Michigan-based businesses and qualified disabled veteran (QDV) enterprises. Contractors must comply with state requirements for business participation and provide performance and payment bonds for contracts over $50,000. Bidders are required to submit an Asbestos Abatement Attestation form detailing their environmental compliance history, and those with multiple environmental regulation violations may be subject to additional background investigations. While a specific total project budget is not explicitly stated, the documents reference an allowance of $60,000 and indicate state funding sources. The project will involve coordination with Consumers Energy for transformer installation and requires adherence to multiple state and local regulations. Colliers Engineering and Design is listed as the primary design entity, and the project involves constructing a Type VB building with specific electrical, structural, and architectural specifications. Potential bidders must demonstrate capability in construction, environmental compliance, and specialized range development to be considered for this state-funded infrastructure project.