Notice of Intent to Award-MI DNR Waterless Boat Cleaning Sta

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) issued a Notice of Intent to Award for a waterless boat cleaning station to be located at North Higgins Lake State Park in Roscommon, Michigan. The procurement was conducted through the state's SIGMA VSS system, with Request for Proposal (RFP) #190000001020 posted on February 7, 2019, and bids due on February 15, 2019, at 3:00 p.m. The procurement focused on acquiring a one-time purchase of a boat cleaning station, with the primary objective of providing an environmentally friendly solution for boat maintenance. The evaluation was performed by Buyer and Project Manager Josh Pellow, who reviewed bid submittals against published specifications. The procurement process was designed to select the lowest qualified bidder, with the primary criteria being responsiveness, responsibility, and lowest price to the State of Michigan.

The contract was ultimately awarded to CD3 General Benefit Corp. of St. Paul, Minnesota, pending State Administrative Board approval, with a total award value of $12,500.00. CD3 General Benefit Corp. was the sole bidder for this opportunity, located at 1865 Ashland Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55104. The procurement was specific to Ottawa County and did not appear to have any explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types. The contract represents a direct purchase of equipment for the DNR, with no indication of ongoing service requirements or multi-year commitments. The award letter suggests a straightforward procurement process focused on acquiring a specific piece of equipment for boat maintenance at a state park, with a clear emphasis on finding the most cost-effective solution for the state's needs.