Notice of Intent to Award - DNR "Durabase" Crane/Dozer Mat

The State of Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) issued a Notice of Intent to Award for the procurement of DuraBase crane/dozer mats through a competitive sealed bid process. The solicitation was posted on SIGMA VSS on February 19, 2020, with bids due on March 4, 2020, at 3:00 p.m. The procurement sought a qualified contractor to furnish and deliver DuraBase crane/dozer mats to meet the DNR's operational needs. The contract represents a one-time purchase with no renewal options. Evaluation of submissions was conducted using a pass/fail method, with award consideration limited to responsive and responsible bidders who met all mandatory specifications and requirements. The procurement was managed by Patrick Avendt, DNR Buyer and Solicitation Manager, and Sharon Conley, DNR Project Manager, who completed their evaluation prior to the March 13, 2020 notice of intent to award date.

One responsive bidder, E2 Enterprises, LLC of Farmington Hills, Michigan, submitted a compliant proposal by the published deadline. E2 Enterprises, LLC was identified as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB); however, this designation did not influence the award recommendation decision. The contract was recommended for award to E2 Enterprises, LLC as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in the amount of $165,520.30, pending Administrative Board approval if applicable. Unsuccessful bidders had the opportunity to schedule a debriefing session with the Solicitation Manager to understand the State's rationale for the award decision. No specific set-aside restrictions or disadvantaged enterprise requirements were noted as factors in the procurement process.