Mpscs - mpscs nokia backhaul repair contract

The State of Michigan, through the Department of Technology, Management and Budget-Financial Services, is seeking a multi-year contract for repair services of Nokia microwave infrastructure equipment used in the Michigan Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS), a statewide 800 MHz radio system comprising over 200 towers. The Request for Proposal (RFP No. 190000000253) requires a contractor to repair original modules at their facility rather than performing unit exchanges, with specific requirements for flat-rate pricing, turnaround timeframes, and comprehensive testing documentation. Key deliverables include the repair and return of various Nokia/Alcatel telecommunications equipment components, including MPR 9500 series modules, 7705 SAR modules, microwave transceivers, and related hardware. The evaluation criteria will consider factors such as total cost of ownership, economic impact to the State, and the vendor's qualified disabled veteran status under MCL 18.1261(8). Critical dates for this procurement include the RFP issue date of November 9, 2018, a vendor question deadline of November 15, 2018 at 12:00 PM Eastern, and the proposal submission deadline of November 27, 2018 at 12:00 PM Eastern, with the contract start date to be determined.

The RFP does not explicitly mandate set-aside designations beyond the consideration of qualified disabled veteran status, but it does include provisions for the MiDEAL extended purchasing program, which allows local governments, school districts, universities, community colleges, and nonprofit hospitals to potentially utilize this contract. The contract will require vendors to provide toll-free customer service and technical support available during standard business hours, with potential for night and weekend service as needed. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract allows for multiple optional-use contracts and requires State Administrative Board approval for contracts exceeding $500,000. The pricing schedule includes an extensive inventory of over 50 different part numbers with quantities ranging from 1 to 390 units, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. Vendors must provide comprehensive pricing that includes one-time charges, set-up fees, shipping, handling, and per-piece pricing, with the state encouraging quick payment terms and potential early payment discounts. The contract also includes provisions for liquidated damages of $500 plus $100 per day for late or improper work completion.