Aerial fire detection

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is procuring aerial fire detection services through a Request for Proposals (RFP) process. The contract term is 3 years with up to 2 one-year renewal options. The RFP solicited proposals for the selection of a contractor to provide aerial fire detection services. The evaluation process was based on a pass/fail assessment of mandatory requirements, with the contract award going to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder. The scope of work includes providing hourly aerial fire detection services in three defined detection areas. Northwoods Aviation was recommended for the award in the amount of $180,000.00, with hourly rates of $350.00 per hour.

The RFP was posted on SIGMA VSS on 3/4/24, and proposals were due by 3/28/24. No bidders were identified as Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses (SDVOB) or Geographically Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (GDBE). The award is pending State Administrative Board approval, if applicable. The procurement does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, and there is no information provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors.