Notice of Intent to Award 250000000486; 472/17032. RWG

The State of Michigan's Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB), specifically the State Facility Administration - Design & Construction Division, is procuring a Wi-Fi Cabling Infrastructure project for the Egeler Correctional Facility (RGC). Request for Quote (RFQ) Number 250000000486 was posted on SIGMA VSS on 6/18/2025, with proposals due by 7/16/2025. The project involves installing comprehensive Wi-Fi cabling infrastructure across various correctional facilities, with Commtech Design serving as the architectural contractor. Evaluation criteria included both price and qualitative components, with the professional services contractor Commtech Design conducting the initial assessment in collaboration with the Design and Construction Project Director. The project director, Rob Gruesbeck, can be contacted at GruesbeckR@michigan.gov or 517-243-5163 for any questions about the evaluation process. Bid security was required, and the bid package was opened on 7/16/2025 at 2:00 p.m., with a bid expiration date of 9/14/2025.

Russel & Associates, LLC emerged as the recommended vendor, notably being the only bidder identified as a qualified disabled veteran-owned business. Two other bidders were evaluated: DND Solutions, LLC was deemed non-responsive due to an unsigned bid bond, and Angels General Construction, Inc. submitted a higher bond amount of $928,639.59. The recommended contract value for Russel & Associates is $861,200.00, pending final approval and contract execution. The award recommendation was approved on 08/12/2025 by Adam P. Lach, Director of State Facilities Administration - Design & Construction Division. The procurement appears to have incorporated considerations for veteran-owned businesses, with Russel & Associates receiving favorable consideration. The project seems focused on modernizing technological infrastructure within correctional facilities, specifically improving Wi-Fi connectivity and cabling systems. The bid documents suggest a competitive procurement process with careful evaluation of technical capabilities, pricing, and vendor qualifications.