Notice of Intent to Award for RFP 250000002067

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 250000002067 for a Greenhouse Gas Accounting and Regenerative Science-Based Incentives Project. The procurement sought a contractor to provide specialized services related to greenhouse gas accounting and regenerative science-based incentive services. The RFP was posted on SIGMA VSS on 4/7/25 and remained open for 15 days, with proposals due by 4/22/25. The evaluation process involved technical scoring across four primary criteria: Product Quality, Service Capabilities, Delivery Capabilities, and Vendor Questions Worksheet. Proposals were assessed on technical merit, with three bidders submitting responses: Carbon Yield, Inc., ICF Incorporated, LLC, and Star of the West Milling Co. Each bidder was evaluated on a 100-point technical scale, with scores ranging from 97 to 98 points. The technical evaluation considered the vendor's ability to meet the project's specific service requirements and deliver high-quality greenhouse gas accounting and incentive services.

The procurement appears to be a one-time purchase with no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the available documentation. Carbon Yield, Inc. was recommended for award at $243,999, which represented the lowest price among technically acceptable bidders. By comparison, ICF Incorporated, LLC submitted a significantly higher bid of $999,242, while Star of the West Milling Co. proposed $275,000. The award is currently pending State Administrative Board approval. While no specific disadvantaged enterprise requirements were explicitly outlined, the evaluation process emphasized technical competence and competitive pricing. The project seems designed as a standalone initiative focused on greenhouse gas accounting and regenerative science-based incentives, with no indication of integration requirements with existing infrastructure or technology. The total project budget appears to be within the range of $250,000, with the recommended vendor's proposal falling substantially below the highest received bid.