RFP-591-270000000015-1 | BWB Toll Equipment

Solicitation 270000000015 is a request for proposals issued by the Michigan Department of Transportation for the purchase of replacement tolling equipment for the Blue Water Bridge, an international border crossing between Michigan and Ontario. This as-needed agreement involves the procurement of specific hardware, including toll lane exit gates, lane gate photo eyes, patron fare displays and stands, axle counting treadles, serial lane interface cards, touchscreen monitors, and thermal printers. All equipment must be compatible with existing bridge hardware and software. The contract is awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder who passes all evaluation criteria and offers the lowest price. The contractor is required to adhere to strict environmental and material standards, including the prohibition of intentionally added PFAS and a preference for mercury-free and BFR-free products. Deliveries are F.O.B. destination to Port Huron, Michigan, and must be optimized for the lowest freight rate using standard 4-way pallets. Key contractual requirements include a minimum one-year warranty, compliance with the Build America, Buy America Act, and adherence to Michigan prevailing wage laws. Insurance requirements include Commercial General Liability of 1 million dollars per occurrence and 2 million dollars aggregate. Bidders must submit proposals electronically via SIGMA, including a separate pricing file and a BABAA self-certification.