Notice of Intent to Award 250000000362; 472/23025. TAP

The state of Michigan, specifically the Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) Facilities Administration, is seeking a contractor for shower upgrades at the Baraga Correctional Facility through Request for Quote (RFQ) Number 250000000362. The project involves comprehensive renovation of shower facilities within the correctional institution, with Matrix Consulting Engineers, Inc. serving as the project architect. The initial solicitation was posted on SIGMA VSS on 4/11/2025, with proposal submissions due by 5/14/2025. Two bidders submitted proposals: Industrial Maintenance Services, Inc. and Gundlach Champion, Inc., with bid evaluations conducted by Matrix Consulting Engineers and the Design and Construction Project Director. The evaluation criteria focused on best value to the state, considering both price and qualitative components. The bid package (#2) was opened on 5/14/2025 at 2:00 p.m., with a bid expiration date of 7/13/2025, and proposals required a bid security as a mandatory submission requirement.

Industrial Maintenance Services, Inc., a Qualified Disabled Veteran business, was the low bidder and recommended for contract award at $2,420,988.00, pending final approval and contract execution. The procurement opportunity appears to have set-aside considerations for disabled veteran-owned businesses, with Industrial Maintenance Services, Inc. receiving preferential evaluation. The project is located in Arenac County, Michigan, and involves upgrades to existing correctional facility infrastructure. The recommended contractor submitted a bid of $1,738,162.00 with a 5.00% bond, which was substantially lower than the competing bid from Gundlach Champion, Inc. at $1,802,870.00. The recommendation for award was approved on 07/15/2025 by Adam P. Lach, Director of State Facilities Administration - Design & Construction Division, signaling the state's intent to proceed with the contract award to Industrial Maintenance Services, Inc.