DNR Forest Mgt - Furnish & Delivery (1) Drum Roller-Chopper

The State of Michigan's Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking bids for the furnish and delivery of one (1) steel drum forestry rolling chopper. The drum roller-chopper must meet specific technical requirements outlined in the Request for Proposal (RFP), including drum diameter, width, wall thickness, and number and size of reversible blades. The successful bidder will be responsible for delivering the equipment to the DNR Forest Management Repair Shop in Marquette, MI. Proposals are due by 3:00 p.m. Eastern on June 27, 2022, and the anticipated contract start date is July 5, 2022. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder who meets the technical requirements and has the lowest price.

The RFP indicates that the State of Michigan will consider the overall economic impact to the state, including the principal place of performance, number of Michigan citizens employed, and other factors, when evaluating proposals. The State also reserves the right to negotiate with one or more bidders on price, terms, and other deliverables. The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, and it does not provide any information on incumbent vendors, current contractors, or budget ranges.