RFQ-171-260000000383-3 | 761/20188.SAR; Torch Lake - Scales Creek Culvert Repair

The contract pertains to the repair of a culvert at Torch Lake along Scales Creek in Michigan, managed by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget under solicitation number RFQ-171-260000000383-3. Work is to be performed at the project site with a target completion window between September and October 2026, prioritized to conclude before the first snowfall. The scope includes riprap installation, site grading, drainage improvements, sediment control measures such as silt fences and turbidity curtains, geotextile fabric placement, native planting with topsoil, and full site restoration in accordance with the Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan. Contractor responsibilities encompass compliance with OSHA standards, Michigan’s Right-to-Know Law, prevailing wage requirements, and state-specific material and construction standards including MDOT specifications and ASTM testing protocols for compaction, concrete, and asphalt. All work must adhere to approved plans and be conducted under the supervision of a superintendent who is subject to owner approval and must be present on-site during all work hours. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the SIGMA Vendor Self-Service portal by August 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, with no paper submissions accepted without prior exception. Bidders are required to provide a non-collusion affidavit and an asbestosis/health hazard disclosure, and may claim a 10% price preference if certified as a Qualified Disabled Veteran business, supported by documentation such as DD214 and proof of 51% ownership. Michigan-based businesses may also certify their status but receive no financial incentive. The evaluation is based on best value, considering both price and qualitative factors, with awards potentially going to the three lowest bidders or those within 10% of the lowest bid. Payment is processed through SIGMA VSS within 30 days of invoice approval, using monthly payment requests with supporting documentation, but no advance funding or electronic federal invoicing systems are utilized. No formal contract type is specified, but pricing is structured as unit price work with potential quantity variations of ±50% to ±150% on key items, a $10,000 allowance, and lump sum items for demobilization and sediment control. Inspection and acceptance occur exclusively at the project site with certification required by the Owner’s Professional, and all materials and work must meet specified standards, including ASTM D15