Mercury 250 Optimax XL & CXL Motors & Installation

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is conducting a Request for Quote (RFQ) numbered 180000000572 for procurement of two Mercury outboard motors and associated installation services. Specifically, the solicitation seeks one Mercury 250 XL Optimax Motor and one Mercury 250 CXL Optimax Motor, both requiring stainless steel propellers and 25" shafts to be mounted on a single vessel. Bidders must be authorized dealers or distributors and are required to provide a one-year manufacturer's warranty and owner's manuals with their proposal. Key dates for this procurement include a question submission deadline of May 4, 2018, at 3:00 p.m. EST, with answers to be posted on SIGMA VSS by April 30, 2018, and a bid opening scheduled for May 11, 2018, at 3:00 p.m. EST. The RFQ mandates separate line-item pricing for each motor and installation services, with vendors submitting comprehensive total pricing through the SIGMA VSS system. Lisa Crozier-Green is designated as the sole point of contact for this solicitation, and all bids must be accompanied by the RFQ form and Certifications and Representations document.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must certify compliance with several key requirements, including prohibition of abusive labor practices, confirmation of Michigan business status, tax compliance, non-Iran-linked business status, and adherence to environmental protection standards. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the procurement involves the purchase of two marine motors and their installation, suggesting a moderate-value contract. The State of Michigan reserves the right to verify all provided vendor information and requires vendors to demonstrate clean corporate citizenship and tax compliance. Payment terms are established at net 45 days, with vendors having the option to offer quick payment discounts. The successful bidder will receive a purchase order, and the boat will be delivered to their facility upon contract award.