Notice of Intent to Award for Solicitation 180000000814

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) initiated Request for Quote (RFQ) 180000000814 for procurement of Mercury boat motors, which was posted on SIGMA VSS on July 27, 2018, with proposals due by August 9, 2018. The solicitation specifically sought the acquisition and installation of two specific Mercury motors: a 225XL FourStroke DTS 4.8" and a 225CXL FourStroke DTS 4.8", along with associated removal and installation services. Two bidders, Damark Marine Specialties Inc and T & RC Company Inc DBA/Indian River Sports Center, submitted proposals for this one-time purchase. The evaluation process involved the Solicitation Manager and subject matter experts from DNR's Procurement and Law Enforcement Division, who comprehensively reviewed submissions for responsiveness and technical compliance. Evaluation criteria focused on technical merit, with the ultimate selection based on the lowest overall price, resulting in a recommended award to Damark Marine Specialties Inc.

The procurement opportunity did not include specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though neither bidder was classified as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB). The total award value for the project was $31,011.48, representing the proposed price from Damark Marine Specialties Inc, the lowest responsive bidder. The recommendation was pending State Administrative Board approval, with unsuccessful bidders encouraged to schedule a debriefing with the Solicitation Manager, Dorene Sandoval. Both participating vendors passed the technical evaluation, demonstrating competency in providing the required marine motor and installation services. The solicitation represented a targeted procurement for specific marine equipment replacement, with a clear focus on obtaining competitive pricing and technically compliant solutions for the DNR's operational needs.