Notice of Intent to Award - DNR Timber crane mats

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 200000001245 for the procurement of timber crane mats through a one-time purchase contract with no renewal options. The solicitation was posted on SIGMA VSS on February 28, 2020, with proposals due on March 13, 2020, at 12:00 p.m. The procurement required the furnishing and delivery of 100 timber crane mats total, divided equally between two delivery locations: 50 mats to Grayling, Michigan, and 50 mats to Marquette, Michigan. Four bidders submitted responsive proposals that met all mandatory specifications and requirements. The evaluation process prioritized qualification and price as key criteria, with successful bidders required to deliver goods meeting specified standards to the designated locations within the contract parameters.

The procurement incorporated a Qualified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (QSDV) set-aside evaluation methodology, restricting award consideration to service-disabled veteran-owned businesses that submitted responsive and responsible bids. The notice of intent to award was issued on March 18, 2020, to E2 Enterprises, LLC, of Farmington Hills, Michigan, as the lowest qualified service-disabled veteran-owned business bidder, with a total contract value of $54,250.00, pending State Administrative Board approval if applicable. Other responsive bidders included JC Art Thureson, Inc. ($49,850.00), Wolverine Mat, LLC ($52,500.00), and Patriot Solutions ($60,782.00). Unsuccessful bidders had the opportunity to request debriefing sessions from Solicitation Manager Patrick Avendt at avendtp@michigan.gov or 517-284-5922 to understand the basis for their non-selection.