Requisition for Diesel/Gas at Copper Harbor Marina

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) 250000000569 for gasoline and diesel fuel delivery services at Ft. Wilkins State Park and Copper Harbor, located in Kent County and Custer Village. The procurement seeks a comprehensive fuel delivery contract with a five-year base term and up to five additional one-year optional renewals. The solicitation was posted on March 27, 2025, with proposal submissions due by April 15, 2025, and the final contract award pending State Administrative Board approval. The evaluation process follows a pass/fail low-bid methodology, focusing on reviewing specification requirements including schedule compliance, statement of work, and pricing tables. Bidders were required to submit detailed pricing documentation and demonstrate the ability to consistently deliver gasoline and diesel fuel to the specified state park location. The RFP was managed by Solicitation Manager Kim Marton and District Supervisor Robert Wild, with a comprehensive review process that assessed vendor responsiveness and pricing competitiveness.

In this procurement, no specific set-aside designations were established for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses (SDVOB) or Geographically Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (GDBE). Two vendors submitted proposals: EMU Global Services LLC and Red Jacket Petroleum, with Red Jacket Petroleum ultimately recommended for award at $225,000.00, which represented the lowest responsive and responsible bid. EMU Global Services submitted a higher total price of $270,000.00. The contract value suggests a significant fuel delivery requirement, with the awarded vendor expected to provide consistent and reliable fuel supply to the state park location. Unsuccessful bidders were encouraged to schedule a debriefing session with the Solicitation Manager to understand the rationale behind the award decision. The procurement represents a strategic approach to securing fuel delivery services with a competitive bidding process that prioritizes cost-effectiveness and operational reliability.