Notice of Intent to Award 260000000415; 591/25433. DPL

The State of Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget's State Facility Administration - Design & Construction Division has awarded a contract for replacement of play equipment at New Buffalo Welcome Centers in Berrien County under RFQ 260000000415, with award notification issued September 3, 2026.

Sinclair Recreation of Holland, Michigan, received the award at $416,560.00 as the responsive and responsible bidder offering best value based on price and qualitative evaluation. The award is contingent upon final state approval and contract execution. Two other bidders submitted proposals: Lawton & Associates, LLC dba Midwest Recreation of Allendale, Michigan, at $459,476.83, and T.S. Contract Management, Inc. of St. Johns, Michigan, at $726,681.00. The RFQ was posted July 27, 2026, with submission deadline August 12, 2026. Bid security at 5.00% was required from all bidders. Evaluation was conducted by MCSA Group, a professional services contractor, in conjunction with Design and Construction Project Director Dave Lenz. The award recommendation was approved August 28, 2026, by Adam P. Lach, Director of State Facilities Administration - Design & Construction Division. Adequate funds of $591 are available for the project with no modifications or additional funds required.