Outdoor Adventure Course

The State of Michigan is seeking a contractor to design, construct, and maintain a multi-purpose outdoor adventure course for Lake County. The scope of work includes the installation of climbing walls, zip lines, obstacle courses, and other recreational amenities suitable for use by youth and adults of varying skill levels. Respondents must provide detailed plans, timelines, and cost estimates for the full scope of services. The contract term is for 5 years with options to renew for two additional 3-year terms. Responses are due by March 21, 2024, and the pricing terms require lump sum bids for the initial construction phase and annual fixed-fee pricing for the maintenance and operations phase.

This procurement includes a 25% small business set-aside. The current incumbent provider's contract expires on September 30, 2024. Funding for this project will be provided through a combination of state parks and recreation funds as well as local parks department budgets, with a total available budget of $5.2 million for the initial 5-year term. Bidders must also disclose any familial relationships between the owner(s) and employee(s) of the bidding contractor and the Lake City Area Schools' superintendent and/or board members.