Fishing Activity and Catch Tracking Systems (FACTS)

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management, and Budget issued Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) 250000000017 for a Fishing Activity and Catch Tracking Systems (FACTS) procurement. The solicitation was originally posted on SIGMA VSS on 4/8/2025 with a proposal due date of 4/16/2025, though no competitive submissions were received during the initial solicitation period. The primary objective is to develop and implement a comprehensive system for tracking fishing activities and catch data, which appears to require specialized technological capabilities. Despite the lack of competitive proposals, the procurement office has recommended awarding the contract to Electric Edge Systems Group, Inc. (EESG) through a potential sole-source determination. The solicitation's contact point is Corbin Montry, who can be reached at MontryC@michigan.gov or 517-256-9895 for further inquiries. The procurement process is currently pending State Administrative Board approval, with potential contract negotiations to follow the initial recommendation.

While specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement appears to be targeting a highly specialized technological solution for fisheries tracking. Electric Edge Systems Group, Inc. (EESG) has been identified as the recommended contractor, suggesting they possess unique capabilities in developing the required system. The contract seems focused on creating a sophisticated tracking mechanism for fishing activities, which likely requires advanced technological infrastructure and integration capabilities. Although no specific budget range is disclosed in the available materials, the sole-source recommendation implies the project has significant technical complexity and potential strategic importance. The final contract execution remains contingent upon State Administrative Board review and approval, with potential negotiations to define the exact scope, deliverables, and financial terms of the FACTS system implementation.