Consultant - Historic Context for Dam Structures

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Michigan History Center (MHC) is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Consultant to develop a statewide historic context for dam structures in Michigan. The selected Consultant will be required to meet the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards in Architectural History and Archaeology, and complete National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) evaluations and desktop archaeological sensitivity analyses for up to 210 DNR-managed dams. The scope of work includes developing a standalone statewide historic context report, completing the NRHP evaluations, and providing standalone archaeological sensitivity analyses. The contract will be for an initial term of approximately two years, with the possibility of two one-year renewal options. Pricing is to be firm for the entire length of the contract, with any price changes to be based on changes in the Contractor's actual costs. Proposals are due by August 23, 2024, and the anticipated contract start date is September 2, 2024.

The RFP does not mention any set-aside requirements or incumbents, but emphasizes the need for the Consultant to have qualified staff and experience with Michigan history and archaeology. The RFP does not provide any information on award values or budget ranges. However, it is clear that the State reserves the right to consider various pricing indices and supporting documentation in evaluating any proposed price changes.