Vinyl Graphic Printing & Installation/Removal Services

The Detroit Transportation Corporation (DTC) has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ #12-30-2024) for Vinyl Graphic Printing & Installation/Removal Services within Wayne County, Michigan. The solicitation seeks qualified agencies to provide high-quality vinyl graphic printing and professional installation and removal services for various surfaces including trains, glass, cement columns, and other areas associated with the Detroit People Mover and Transit Police. The contract duration is one and a half years with no renewable terms, focusing on creating durable, weather-resistant vinyl graphics that can be professionally applied and removed without surface damage. Evaluation criteria for the contract are comprehensive, totaling 100 points distributed across multiple categories: 25 points for quality and relevance of previous work, 20 points for safety commitment, 20 points for estimated project timeline, 15 points for warranty and maintenance services, 15 points for references, and 5 points for competitive pricing. The RFQ was issued on January 8, 2025, with proposals due on January 22, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST, and all questions and submissions must be directed through Bidnet/MITN.

While the solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations, the Q&A documents indicate a preference for Michigan vendors but emphasize that out-of-state bidders are welcome and not required to have a Michigan business license prior to contract award. The Detroit Transportation Corporation plans to make multiple awards, creating a pool of pre-approved vendors for future graphic printing and installation projects. Vendors will be expected to provide detailed proposals including cost breakdowns, portfolios of similar installations, team qualifications, and client references. Though specific budget ranges are not definitively stated, the marketing materials suggest potential project values could vary widely, with advertising space pricing ranging from $35 to $2,800 depending on location and scope. Successful contractors will need to meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including Workers' Compensation, Business Automobile Liability, Commercial General Liability, and Commercial Umbrella or Excess Coverage, with minimum insurance limits ranging from $500,000 to $5,000,000.