Gangway and Docks for East Canyon Reservoir

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing, specifically for the Division of Wildlife Resources, issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation #AS18126 for a marine infrastructure project at East Canyon State Park. The procurement sought a contractor to provide and install a comprehensive dock system, specifically one gangway and three dock sections with integrated handrails. A mandatory site visit was conducted on February 27, 2018, at the park entrance, which was a prerequisite for bid eligibility, with potential bidders required to attend in person. The bid opening was scheduled for March 6, 2018, at 2:00 PM Mountain Standard Time, with electronic submissions accepted through SciQuest. Bidders were evaluated based on responsiveness and responsibility, with the procurement unit reserving the right to request product samples and assess compliance with the attached Scope of Work and Drawing Specifications. The project required detailed vendor information, confirmation of state licensing requirements, and verification that bidders were not debarred or suspended by any government agency.

The solicitation was classified under commodity code 25110 for marine transport equipment, and the contract was structured to be executed as a purchase order to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the procurement process emphasized compliance with the Utah Procurement Code. The contract had a defined delivery and installation timeline, requiring completion by June 1, 2018, at East Canyon State Park. Potential bidders were required to demonstrate technological capabilities and adaptability, with the contract including provisions for potential upgrades within the original procurement's scope. Meeco Sullivan was ultimately awarded the contract, though the specific contract value was not disclosed in the available documentation. The procurement emphasized technical competence, adherence to specifications, and the ability to successfully integrate the new dock and gangway infrastructure into the existing state park environment.