Gilson Large Cabinet Oven

The State of Michigan Department of Transportation is soliciting proposals for the procurement and delivery of one Gilson Large Cabinet Oven, Model BO-60EB, with a left-side mounted control panel. This Request for Proposal (RFP Number 180000002960) was issued on July 13, 2018, with a proposal submission deadline of 3:00 p.m. Eastern on July 19, 2018. The procurement encompasses Grand Traverse County and three Lansing City jurisdictions within Michigan. Bidders must submit complete proposals electronically through www.michigan.gov/SIGMAVSS in modifiable native formats, with pricing submitted separately from technical proposal documents. The oven specifications include a capacity of 46.9 cubic feet with a temperature capability of 177°C/350°F, operating at 230V/60Hz. The selected contractor must deliver the equipment within 8-10 weeks of order receipt to the Michigan Department of Transportation, C&T Building, 8885 Ricks Road, Lansing, Michigan 48917, and must be authorized by the equipment manufacturer to provide service, repairs, and technical guidance during the warranty period. Additional contractor requirements include providing a minimum one-year warranty on all commodities, establishing toll-free customer service and technical support lines, maintaining firm pricing throughout the contract term, and submitting detailed delivery programs with optimal packaging using manufacturer-standard four-way pallets. The State will award the contract to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the best value, determined primarily by lowest price among qualified bidders meeting mandatory minimum requirements and specifications. The State reserves the right to consider qualified disabled veteran (QDV) status, prior performance, total cost of ownership, Michigan economic impact, and other factors in its award decision.

The RFP does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting organizational eligibility; however, the State indicates consideration of qualified disabled veteran (QDV) status in the award decision. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation documents, and no existing technology infrastructure requiring integration is referenced. The contract may require State Administrative Board approval if the award exceeds $500,000; however, no specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the available documentation. Bidders must certify that all pricing was determined independently without consultation or agreement with other contractors to ensure competitive integrity. Proposals are irrevocable and binding for 180 calendar days from submission. The Solicitation Manager, Traci Crego, is available to answer vendor questions at (517) 322-1498 or cregot@michigan.gov, and all invoices should be directed to her specified address.