ITN, 2014 Transearch Data per attached specifications

The Michigan Department of Transportation is seeking to procure 2014 Transearch Data through an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) with a single-source provider designation, citing the absence of viable alternatives for this specialized product. The primary deliverable is a proprietary Transearch database developed by HIS Markit, which contains county-level freight movement data (both existing and forecasted) by commodity derived from specialized sources. This dataset serves as the critical backbone of the freight component of Michigan's statewide travel demand model and is essential for maintaining accuracy in the model and supporting the development of the state's long-range transportation plan. The State of Michigan intends to negotiate directly with HIS Global Insight USA, Inc., located in Englewood, Colorado, though bidders may submit written responses challenging the single-source designation by proposing equivalent products or services. The response deadline for potential bidders to challenge the single-source designation and submit alternative solutions is Tuesday, September 17, 2019, at 3:00 p.m. EST, with written questions regarding the solicitation due no later than September 13, 2019, through the Michigan SIGMA VSS website. Responses should be directed to Solicitation Manager Laura Dotson at DotsonL2@michigan.gov. The procurement is classified under commodity code 20458 and is structured as a purchase order award.

Respondents must complete a comprehensive vendor questions worksheet that establishes multiple certification and compliance requirements, including prohibitions on forced labor and child labor in deliverables, Michigan business tax filing status under Public Act 431 of 1984, non-affiliation with Iran-linked businesses under Public Act 517 of 2012, clean corporate citizen status under the Environmental Protection Act, and confirmation that all State of Michigan taxes are paid with no outstanding debt owed to the state. Vendors must also disclose any history of debarment, litigation with Michigan, or contract defaults within the past five years, and certify their status as qualified disabled veteran-owned businesses if applicable. The standard contract terms require the contractor to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 each occurrence), Umbrella or Excess Liability ($5,000,000 general aggregate), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 per accident), Workers' Compensation according to applicable law, Employers Liability ($500,000), and Environmental and Pollution Liability ($1,000,000 each occurrence, $2,000,000 annual aggregate). Payment will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer within 45 days of the State's receipt of undisputed invoices. The contract is governed by Michigan law and subject to federal provisions if federally funded, including prevailing wage requirements, anti-discrimination standards, and compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act, Copeland Anti-Kickback Act, and Clean Air Act where applicable. No pricing information, funding amounts, or contract term specifications are provided in the available solicitation documents.