751/26157. JBB; Wells SP-Beach House Septic Sys Upgrades

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB), State Facilities Administration Design and Construction Division, is requesting proposals on behalf of the Department of Natural Resources for professional architectural and engineering services to upgrade the septic system at the Wells State Park Beach House, with proposals due November 12, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern. Proposals must include a Certification of a Michigan Based Business, and the proposed professional must be licensed to practice in Michigan. The mandatory walk-through was held October 27, 2026, and written questions closed November 4, 2026. RFP Addendum No. 1, issued October 30, 2026, modifies the RFP and appends an attendance list of eligible proposers.

The scope covers Phase 100 system study with at least two replacement options, Phase 500 final design and contract documents, and Phases 600 and 700 construction administration. The existing system dates to the 1970s, with one failed pump and an unknown drainfield location. The consultant must coordinate with the Menominee County Health Department on jurisdiction and comply with codes, ADA standards, and approvals from LARA and MDOC. The park stays operational during the project, and seasonal water operation runs May 15 through September 15. Proposals must use DTMB billable rate professional services contract standards. Design meetings are required at kickoff, 50 percent, and 90 percent completion, with construction estimates at 50 percent, 90 percent, and 100 percent milestones.

Compensation is a not-to-exceed fee based on billable hourly rates by staff classification, with sub-consultant markups not exceeding 5 percent. Suggested reimbursable amounts include $1,000 for LARA plan review, $1,000 for health department permitting, $7,000 for site survey, $10,000 for utility locating and sewer camera inspection, and $5,000 for perk testing. The jurisdiction field lists Macomb County, while the project is located in Menominee County.

Evaluation weights the technical proposal at 80 percent and the cost proposal at 20 percent. A contract award recommendation is expected within thirty days after the proposal due date. Proposals must be submitted through SIGMA VSS, and the file references NIGP codes 92517, 92583, and 92596. The Project Director is Jeff Barsch (barschj@michigan.gov).