DNR - MHC - Iron Industry Museum Ground Maintenance Contract

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a contractor for ground maintenance services at the Michigan Iron Industry Museum located in Luce County through Request for Proposal (RFP No. 250000001479). The scope of work includes comprehensive grounds maintenance activities such as mowing, trimming, weed control, fertilizer application, and trail maintenance. Specific deliverables involve periodic maintenance of walking trails, roads, and grass areas as delineated in attached project maps, with precise requirements for weed killer application and grass cutting. The RFP mandates that contractors provide per-occasion pricing for various maintenance services, including mowing/trimming/cleanup, weed control, fertilizer application, and seasonal cleanup. Key procurement dates include a RFP issue date of February 20, 2025, with questions due by February 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM Eastern, agency responses posted by March 3, 2025, and final proposal submissions required by March 6, 2025 at 9:30 AM Eastern. The anticipated contract start date is March 13, 2025, with an initial three-year term and potential for two additional option years.

While the RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements, it outlines a structured procurement process with defined performance expectations. The contract includes provisions for liquidated damages of $2,500 plus $100 per day for late or improper work completion, and mandates payment via Electronic Funds Transfer with Net 45 day terms. Although no incumbent vendor is identified, the RFP suggests a comprehensive maintenance approach requiring vendors with landscape maintenance capabilities, appropriate equipment, and the ability to perform detailed ground maintenance tasks. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the RFP requires contractors to provide comprehensive pricing for individual maintenance activities and a total five-year contract cost. Potential bidders should carefully review the attached maps and detailed maintenance specifications to develop accurate pricing and understand the full scope of required services at the Michigan Iron Industry Museum.