751/24434. JBB; Au Train River Bridge Superstructure Removal

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) and Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) are seeking qualified contractors for the Au Train River Bridge Superstructure Removal project in Alger County. The procurement involves completely removing and disposing of the center span of an existing trail bridge, specifically a 50'x16' steel plate girder superstructure and timber deck down to the top of pile caps. The project requires compliance with state prevailing wage rates, environmental regulations, and specific demolition protocols, including proper disposal of hazardous materials like lead-based paint. A mandatory virtual pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 29, 2025, at 9:00 A.M. EST via Microsoft Teams, with final bids due electronically on May 14, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time through SIGMA VSS. Bidders must submit their proposals with a 5% bid security and are limited to two attachments of less than 25 MB each. Contractors must email any questions to Steve Wright at swright@upea.com by May 7, 2025, and the contract time is set at 21 days after contractor work begins.

The contract includes potential preferences for Qualified Disabled Veteran (QDV) businesses and requires contractors to be registered with the State Project Registration (SPR) system. Bidders must provide performance and payment bonds and carry builders' risk insurance. The project has specific environmental constraints, including restrictions on work during fish spawning seasons and careful management of soil erosion and sedimentation controls. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the contract will be funded by the State of Michigan, with the final amount determined by the bid submissions. Contractors will need to navigate complex site access requirements, including limited foot traffic on side spans during construction and potential use of smaller equipment on approach spans. The project is managed by U.P. Engineers & Architects, Inc., located in Houghton, Michigan, and utilizes NIGP Code 91313. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate compliance with state regulations, environmental standards, and technical specifications outlined in the detailed bid documents.