Handheld XRay Imager, Accessories and Warranty

The Michigan State Police, Purchasing Unit, issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of Heuresis HBI-120 Backscatter X-Ray Imagers, associated accessories, and extended warranty services for the Special Operations Division. The RFQ was posted on November 28, 2017, with a submission deadline of December 13, 2017. The procurement sought specialized handheld imaging equipment with mandatory technical and service requirements, including one-hour technical support response capabilities, 72-hour on-site service availability, and a 45-day delivery timeline. The evaluation criteria encompassed product quality, service capabilities, delivery capabilities, and vendor experience. Two vendors submitted proposals by the deadline: Fidelis Business Solutions, LLC and Heuresis Corporation. The evaluation team, comprised of the buyer, subject matter experts, and Sergeant Tim Coolidge from the Special Operations Division, assessed each proposal against the established technical specifications and service requirements.

Heuresis Corporation was awarded the contract as the sole vendor meeting all technical specifications and demonstrating the best overall value across product quality, service capabilities, delivery timeline, and relevant prior experience. Fidelis Business Solutions was deemed non-responsive for failing to meet mandatory service level agreements and delivery timeline requirements; notably, Fidelis was identified as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB), while Heuresis Corporation was not. The total award amount to Heuresis Corporation is $354,540.00 for one unit of the Heuresis HBI-120 Backscatter X-Ray Imager with accessories and extended warranty services. This is a multi-year agreement subject to State Administrative Board approval if applicable. Unsuccessful bidders were encouraged to schedule debriefing sessions with Solicitation Manager Paula Hurst Thomas to understand the evaluation outcomes.