Student Footwear for MCTI

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a vendor to provide safety footwear for students at the Michigan Career and Technical Institute (MCTI) across 14 different trade programs, including Cabinetmaking, Culinary Arts, Health Careers, Machine Technology, Auto Mechanics, Custodial, Grounds Maintenance, Weatherization Installer, and Electronics. The procurement involves supplying safety-toed boots, work shoes, nursing shoes, and specialized boots with steel plate puncture-proof inserts for approximately 78 students per term, with footwear available in male and female sizes up to size 15+. The contract will run from February 1, 2019, through January 31, 2022, with potential for two additional renewal years. Vendors must provide on-site fitting services within 72 hours of registration days and deliver footwear within ten business days of measurements. The evaluation criteria include a 150-point technical scoring system, with points allocated across product quality (48 points), service capabilities (22 points), delivery capabilities (15 points), company information (37 points), and prior experience (10 points). Bidders must be Certified Authorized Distributors, submit product samples, and achieve a minimum of 120 technical points to have their pricing evaluated. The RFP was issued on October 29, 2018, with questions due by November 5, 2018, and proposals due by November 30, 2018.

The solicitation includes provisions for qualified disabled veteran-owned businesses under Michigan law MCL 18.1261(8), with additional evaluation points (+10) awarded to service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Conversely, vendors with negative performance history can receive penalties of up to -5 points for terminated contracts or performance issues. The contract requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability ($1M per occurrence), Workers' Compensation, and Employers Liability Insurance ($100K per accident). Pricing must remain firm for 365-day periods, with potential adjustments at the start of each new pricing period. The total procurement spans multiple trade programs, with estimated quantities ranging from 72 to 384 pairs of shoes per program over the three-year contract period. Contractors must register with the State's SIGMA VSS system for payments, which will be processed electronically within 45 days of receipt. Liquidated damages of $5,000 plus $100 per day may be assessed for late or improper completion of contract activities, ensuring vendor accountability and performance compliance.