District Consolidation Feasibility Study RFP

The Michigan Department of Treasury is seeking proposals for a District Consolidation Feasibility Study that will analyze the viability of merging two school districts located in Copper County - L'Anse Public Schools and Baraga Area Schools. The districts have approximately 513 and 317 students respectively and are financially stable, but have experienced declining enrollment. The feasibility study must examine building utilization, transportation impacts, governance changes, employment contracts, technology systems, and the overall feasibility of consolidation. A draft report is due by August 1, 2024 and the final report by September 1, 2024. Proposals are due by March 20, 2024 and the anticipated contract start date is May 1, 2024. Pricing must be firm for the entire contract term, and the State will only pay for approved contract activities.

The RFP does not identify any specific set-aside designations, but notes the State may consider a bidder's status as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) in the evaluation. No incumbent contractor is identified. The feasibility study is being funded by the State, but the total contract value is not specified. The State reserves the right to award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder who offers the best value based on the evaluation criteria.