Camping Unit Code Enforcement Services

The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) issued a Request for Simplified Bid (RFB #DS041718) for Camping Unit Code Enforcement Services to be performed by registered Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC) inspection agencies. The procurement seeks contractors to conduct code enforcement services for camping units in fixed locations across various Wisconsin counties, consistent with the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code. Qualified bidders must be registered UDC inspection agencies and employ certified UDC inspectors with credentials in construction, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing inspection. A key requirement is that at least one key personnel must hold all four certifications and possess a minimum of three years of UDC enforcement experience. The bid was due on May 1, 2018, at 2:00 PM CST, with an initial contract term running through December 31, 2018 and two optional one-year renewal periods available. Evaluation criteria include lowest-priced, responsive, and responsible bidder for each county, with contractors required to submit proof of three client references with similar work scope within the past three years.

The solicitation includes a 5% price preference for certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (DVBs) if their bids are not more than 5% higher than the apparent low bid. Contractors must maintain specific insurance coverage, including workers' compensation ($100,000 per accident), commercial general liability ($2,000,000 per occurrence), automobile liability ($1,000,000), and professional liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence). Insurance certificates are due within ten business days of the Notice of Intent to Award. The state does not guarantee a specific quantity or dollar amount for these services, and pricing must remain firm for the initial three-year contract period. Bid areas cover multiple counties including Barron, Chippewa, Door, Douglas, Eau Claire, Green, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, and several others. Pricing is to be submitted on a provided Cost Sheet (Attachment A), with fees structured for base permits, additional square footage, inspection trips, and pre-existing insignia issuance.