ETS Stream Barge Control Boxes per specs - BRAND SPECIFIC

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources issued a brand-specific Request for Proposal on March 21, 2023, for the purchase of five ETS Electrofishing Systems Stream Barge electrofisher control boxes and associated accessories. This procurement requires bidders to be either the manufacturer or an authorized dealer/distributor of ETS Electrofishing Systems, LLC. The deliverables include five SDC-1P-MI model control boxes with pulsed DC capability, ten retractable cord reels with 30-foot cords, one 50-foot cord for a third pole with floats, fifteen anode poles, four 120-volt to 240-volt converter boxes, three Honda 2200iC generators, two Honda 2200i generators, two Honda parallel cords, one cathode for an otter barge, user manuals, and a one-year limited warranty covering parts and labor. All items must be delivered F.O.B. destination to Gaylord, Michigan, within 90 calendar days of order receipt. The question deadline was March 24, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. EST, and proposals were due April 4, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. EST. The contract is effective April 10, 2023, and expires September 30, 2023. Pricing must be submitted on Schedule B and include all costs such as shipping, handling, and delivery. The evaluation process requires proposals to pass both a Vendor Questions Worksheet and Statement of Work assessment before pricing is evaluated, with the State awarding to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the best value.

This solicitation does not identify an incumbent vendor or set-asides for disadvantaged businesses; however, qualified disabled veteran-owned businesses may apply for preference consideration under Michigan's SDVOB program. Bidders must maintain commercial general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, workers' compensation coverage, and other specified insurance requirements. Payment will be made exclusively through Electronic Funds Transfer within 45 days of invoice receipt. Liquidated damages of $500 plus $100 per day apply for late or improper completion. The State reserves the right to consider prior performance, overall economic impact to Michigan, and total cost of ownership factors in its award decision. Contracts equal to or greater than $250,000 require approval by the State Administrative Board, which suggests the anticipated award value may fall within or exceed this threshold.