Exhibit Design, Fabrication and Installation

The State of Michigan, through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Michigan History Center, is seeking proposals for the design, fabrication, and installation of a 2,500 square foot exhibition space at the Learning Commons in Straits State Park, St. Ignace, Michigan. The scope of work includes a 1,400 square foot entrance gallery and a 1,100 square foot programming space. The contract will follow a three-phase process, with the first phase covering conceptual and schematic design, the second phase covering design development, and the third phase covering final design, fabrication, and installation. Proposals are due by 3:00 p.m. EST on August 23, 2024, and the anticipated contract start date is September 10, 2024. The evaluation criteria include vendor experience, project understanding, and proposed scope of work, with pricing evaluated for proposals receiving 80 or more technical evaluation points. The State reserves the right to award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder who offers the best value, not necessarily the lowest price. The contract will be for an initial term of approximately two years, with the option to renew for one additional year at the State's discretion.

The solicitation does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The documents provided do not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The total project budget or award value is not specified, but the State will require the payment of prevailing wages, as outlined in the wage rate schedules and informational sheets provided. Contractors and subcontractors must comply with the State's prevailing wage requirements for state-funded construction projects.