Rye Planting in Wexford and Missaukee Counties revised 7-2

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Wildlife Division is seeking contractors to perform rye planting services in Wexford and Missaukee Counties through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The procurement involves field preparation, fertilizing, and planting of rye and brassica seed across three distinct units totaling 134.1 acres: Unit 1 with 55 acres in North Central Wexford County, Unit 2 with 56 acres in North East Wexford County, and Unit 3 with 23.1 acres in Missaukee County. Contractors must provide all necessary labor, equipment, fertilizer, and seed, specifically including 19-19-19 dry granular fertilizer at 100 lbs per acre, rye and oats at 50 pounds each per acre, and inoculated clover seed at 6 pounds per acre. The evaluation criteria require a minimum technical score of 80 points for proposal consideration, with the contract awarded to the most responsive and responsible bidder offering the best value to the State. Key dates include a July 2, 2019 deadline for questions, proposal submissions due by July 8, 2019, project commencement by August 1, 2019, and mandatory completion by September 5, 2019.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types are mentioned, the RFP requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability, Umbrella/Excess Liability, Automobile Liability, and Workers' Compensation. The contract includes specific financial provisions such as Net 45 days payment terms, with all invoices required by September 15, 2019, and liquidated damages of $500 plus $100 per day for late or improper completion. No incumbent vendors are identified, and the RFP does not specify a precise budget range or award value. The project appears focused on agricultural land management, with detailed unit maps provided to guide contractors in executing the precise planting requirements. Bidders are encouraged, though not required, to visit the project sites prior to submitting proposals, suggesting a preference for vendors familiar with the specific geographic and agricultural conditions of Wexford and Missaukee Counties.