ProDSS YSI meters (8) for EGLE RRD GSS

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP 250000002719) for the procurement of eight YSI ProDSS multi-parameter water quality meters and associated equipment for the Remediation and Redevelopment Division's Groundwater Sampling and Surveillance program. The solicitation requires new factory-authorized equipment including YSI ProDSS meters without GPS capability, 4-port cable assemblies (4 meters), conductivity and temperature sensors, optical dissolved oxygen sensors, pH/ORP sensors, and YSI 9080 flow cells. Bidders must be certified authorized distributors of YSI meters to meet mandatory minimum requirements, and proposals will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis across six specific product criteria. Pricing must be firm for the entire contract term with all costs, including shipping, handling, and setup charges, incorporated into the proposal submission. The RFP was posted on July 10, 2025, with a deadline for bidder questions on July 17, 2025, anticipated answers to be posted on July 18, 2025, and a proposal submission deadline of 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time on July 25, 2025. Delivery is expected within 6-8 weeks of order receipt to 635 Filley Street, Lansing, Michigan 48906 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Bidders must provide warranties, maintenance procedures, and quality assurance documentation, with technical support required Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with 24-hour issue resolution commitment.

The RFP contains no stated set-aside designations or restrictions limiting response to specific organization types or disadvantaged enterprises, making it open to all qualified certified YSI distributors. The State will consider economic impact factors, including Michigan employment and capital investment, as part of the award decision process. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation. Invoicing will be submitted via email to Scott Densteadt with payment processed through Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), and the State encourages bidders to offer quick payment term discounts. Contracts equal to or exceeding $250,000 will require State Administrative Board approval. While a specific budget range is not disclosed in the RFP, the procurement's value will depend on equipment pricing and associated costs submitted by qualified bidders. All proposals become public record immediately upon receipt.