Notice of Intent to Award RFP 18*2872

The State of Michigan, through the Department of Technology, Management & Budget, issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 18*2872 for a tower modification project involving the Michigan Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS) at the Oakland County Pontiac Tower #1203. The procurement solicited bids for specialized tower modification services, with proposals initially due by July 9, 2018. Two companies submitted competitive bids: ERS TOWER, LLC and SIOUX FALLS TOWER SPECIALTIES, INC. The primary objective of this procurement was to secure a contractor capable of performing specific tower infrastructure modifications, with an emphasis on technical capabilities and competitive pricing. The evaluation process considered various factors including technical competence, pricing, and adherence to state procurement guidelines. The RFP was publicly posted on the SIGMA VSS (Vendor Self Service) platform on June 20, 2018, with a tight response window of approximately three weeks.

The procurement did not include specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, though the state noted consideration for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses (SDVOB) under Michigan law MCL 18.1261(8). Neither of the bidding companies qualified as an SDVOB. The contract was ultimately awarded to ERS TOWER, LLC for a total contract value of $68,750.00, subject to State Administrative Board approval. While the state was not obligated to accept the lowest-priced proposal, they evaluated all bidder information to determine fair market value. The procurement appeared focused on technical infrastructure improvements for public safety communications, suggesting this was a targeted, specialized project with specific technical requirements. The award was pending final administrative approvals, indicating a multi-step contract finalization process typical of state and local government procurement procedures.