Notice of intent to Award- Repairs to Land/navigation tower

The Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 1800003208 for repairs and antenna removal on a 180-foot Land/Navigation Tower located off Military Road in Grayling, Crawford County. The procurement sought a licensed contractor to perform specific tower maintenance and modification work. The original RFP was posted on Buy4Michigan on August 3, 2018, with proposals due by August 13, 2018. Three bidders submitted proposals: Northern Tower Erection Company, All Cell Communications, and Allstate Tower. The procurement required technical expertise in tower maintenance, specifically involving antenna removal and repair services. Evaluation criteria appeared to emphasize lowest cost and best overall value, with the DMVA recommending award to the most competitive bidder. The solicitation required contractors to have appropriate licensing and technical capabilities to safely perform specialized tower maintenance work.

The procurement included notable set-aside considerations, specifically highlighting Northern Tower Erection Company as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB), which potentially qualified for an additional 10% price consideration under state procurement guidelines. The contract award was contingent upon receipt of funding and potential State Administrative Board approval. The total contract value was $12,400.00, representing Northern Tower Erection Company's bid, which was the lowest among the three proposals. Allstate Tower submitted a significantly higher bid of $29,500.00, while All Cell Communications proposed $16,125.00. Unsuccessful bidders were invited to schedule a debriefing session with Solicitation Manager Elizabeth Noffsinger by August 21, 2018. The procurement process emphasized competitive bidding and potential preference for veteran-owned businesses while seeking qualified contractors for specialized tower maintenance services.