Notice of Intent to Award 260000000401; 591/25433. DPL

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget's State Facility Administration – Design & Construction Division issued a Notice of Intent to Award for Monroe Welcome Centers play equipment replacement (RFQ 260000000401, DTMB File 591/25433.DPL) on September 3, 2026, with award recommended to Sinclair Recreation of Holland, Michigan at $394,990.

The scope covers replacement of play equipment at Monroe Welcome Centers. Four contractors submitted bids; Sinclair Recreation was the low responsive and responsible bidder. The second-low bid was Lawton & Associates, LLC, dba Midwest Recreation (Allendale, Michigan) at $407,864.53, followed by Angels General Construction, Inc. (Detroit, Michigan) at $483,261.68 and T.S. Contract Management, Inc. (St. Johns, Michigan) at $645,140. Bid security required a 5% bond from all respondents.

The RFQ was posted July 27, 2026 with proposals due August 12, 2026. Evaluation was conducted by professional services contractor MCSA Group in collaboration with Project Director Dave Lenz; the award recommendation was approved August 28, 2026. Award determination was based on price and qualitative components combined for best value. The award is pending appropriate approval and contract execution. Questions regarding evaluation should be directed to Dave Lenz at LenzD@michigan.gov or 517-614-5450.