RFP-171-260000002453-1 | 751/26405.JGH; Lake Orion BAS - Site Improvements

The contract pertains to site improvements for the Lake Orion BAS project under solicitation number RFP-171-260000002453-1, issued by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB), with a posted date of July 31, 2026, and a response deadline of August 27, 2026. It is a professional services contract focused on comprehensive design and construction administration, encompassing study, planning, design, and oversight phases, with performance occurring at various locations across Michigan. The work requires adherence to Michigan-specific codes and standards, including the CSI Master Format, MICHSPEC, DCSpec, ADA guidelines, the Michigan Construction and Energy Codes, and Public Act 451 for soil erosion and sedimentation control. Design documentation must be submitted in conformity with DTMB templates and include performance-based specifications, “or equal” provisions, and prioritization of Michigan-manufactured or recycled materials, though LEED certification is not mandatory. The contract employs a best-value award methodology, evaluating responsiveness, responsibility, and overall value, with no preference given to price alone. Responsiveness requires full compliance with bid requirements, while responsibility entails demonstration of financial stability, bonding capacity, insurance, and relevant experience. No federal FAR clauses are used; instead, the contract is structured around state-specific Articles addressing termination, successors and assigns, non-discrimination, and other key terms. Key personnel substitutions are strictly controlled and require written approval from the Project Director and Department Director, along with a no-cost modification and justification. All contract changes necessitate formal modifications signed by both parties, and fees may not be increased absent material changes approved in writing. The Professional must submit monthly inspection records using DTMB-440 and DTMB-0452 forms and maintain accounting records in accordance with generally accepted principles, with all documents subject to audit for three years after final payment. Insurance coverage must be maintained at specified minimum levels, be primary and non-contributing, and may include approved self-insurance. Nondiscrimination obligations under Michigan law, including the Elliot-Larsen Civil Rights Act and Executive Directive 2019-09, are binding on the Professional and all subcontractors, with compliance reports required and records subject to inspection by the Michigan Civil Rights Commission. Payments are processed via electronic funds transfer, requiring contractor registration through the state’s SIGMAVSS portal. All proposal and contract materials are public records under the Michigan Freedom of