Create MA for MSP OHSP Commercial Vehicle Safety Training

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget is seeking a contractor to develop and manage a statewide Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Safety Training and Education Program on behalf of the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning and Michigan Truck Safety Commission. The primary objectives include training at least 1,500 Michigan licensed commercial vehicle drivers annually and conducting outreach to reach a minimum of 5,000 people through various educational initiatives. Required deliverables include comprehensive curriculum development, mobile simulator training, instruction, and public outreach campaigns. The procurement is a cost reimbursement contract with a three-year term from June 1, 2020, through September 30, 2023, with potential for up to three additional one-year renewals. Evaluation criteria are detailed and comprehensive, totaling 100 points across categories such as general requirements (25 points), training/outreach activities (25 points), reporting/meetings (10 points), staffing (15 points), pricing/financial requirements (20 points), and vendor questions (5 points). Proposals were due on March 19, 2020, at 3:00 PM Eastern, with technical proposals requiring a minimum score of 80 points to proceed to pricing evaluation.

The program is funded through the Michigan Truck Safety Fund, established by Public Act 348 of 1988 and supported by industry fees rather than tax dollars. Key staffing requirements mandate a Program Director, CMV Mobile Simulator Safety Instructor, and CMV Traffic Safety Instructor, each with a minimum of five years of relevant experience. While no specific set-aside designations were mentioned, the RFP requires detailed monthly Financial Status Reports with comprehensive documentation. The contract includes strict personnel oversight, with the state requiring pre-approval for changes to key personnel. Contractors must submit monthly progress reports including program goal statistics, class attendance, student evaluations, and public education metrics. Although a specific budget range was not explicitly stated, the contract will reimburse approved expenses, with notable restrictions including no personal mileage reimbursement and pre-approval required for lodging and meals exceeding state-authorized rates. The program emphasizes comprehensive safety training and education for commercial vehicle drivers across Michigan.