Linwood rest area digital sign replacement

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a contractor to replace the digital sign at the Linwood Rest Area located on US 75 North Bound in Bay County. The project involves furnishing and installing a single-sided Daktronics model GS6-60x75-15.85 RGB marquee display LED sign measuring 44 inches tall by 50 inches wide, with a housing depth not exceeding 5 inches and featuring time and temperature capabilities. The contractor must provide a web-based control system with three user logins and online training for remote operation. The project requires complete removal and disposal of the existing sign, with all necessary permits and inspections to be managed by the contractor under State of Michigan-Licensed Residential Applicator (LARA) requirements. Bids are due on November 14, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. EST, with project completion mandated by December 15, 2025. No mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled, but bidders are responsible for site visits and inspections.

The contract opportunity does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must be registered with the State Project Registration system and pay a $500 annual fee, with certified payroll records required to be submitted within ten days of each pay period. Required submission documents include a completed Proposal and Contract Form, valid State Project Registration, copies of applicable Michigan licensure for electrical, mechanical, or plumbing work, and current liability insurance with minimum coverage of $2,000,000 for commercial general and automobile liability. Performance and payment bonds are required only if the bid exceeds $50,000. The State reserves the right to award to the most responsive and responsible bidder offering the best value. Payment will be made in a lump sum upon final completion and acceptance, with a potential progress payment of up to 50% of the contract value. The contractor must provide a one-year warranty on all materials and labor, with no specific budget range or award value explicitly stated in the documentation.