Notice of Intent to Award RFP 18*2872

The State of Michigan Department of Technology, Management, & Budget issued RFP 18*2872 (SIGMA Solicitation 180000002872) seeking qualified contractors to provide tower modification services for MPSCS Oakland County's Pontiac Tower #1203. The Request for Proposal was posted on June 20, 2018, with a submission deadline of July 9, 2018, and received two responsive bids from ERS TOWER, LLC and SIOUX FALLS TOWER SPECIALTIES, INC. The procurement sought a qualified contractor capable of performing required tower modification duties while demonstrating compliance with all solicitation instructions and mandatory requirements. The evaluation process assessed vendors' ability to perform the required services, with the State reserving the right to conduct facility inspections, oral presentations, interviews, reference checks, and background checks during the evaluation process. Bidders not recommended for award were encouraged to schedule debriefing sessions with Solicitation Manager Kyle Stolicker to understand the evaluation rationale and award decision.

Neither of the two responding bidders held Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB) status, and no set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were indicated in the solicitation. ERS TOWER, LLC was recommended for award in the amount of $68,750.00, pending State Administrative Board approval. The Notice of Intent to Award was posted on July 17, 2018, with a due date of July 20, 2018 for any protests or objections. No incumbent vendor, current contractor information, or specific existing infrastructure integration requirements were detailed in the award documentation.