RFQ-171-260000000387-2 | 591/26075.AGY; DOSC - Parking Lot Paving

The solicitation RFQ-171-260000000387-2 issued by the Michigan Department of Transportation (DTMB) seeks bids for parking lot paving work under NAICS code 237310, targeting state and local government (SLED) contractors. The project involves sealing and restriping the parking lot at the Detroit Operations Service Center, with work performed on-site across various locations in Michigan, though no specific site addresses are provided. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the SIGMA VSS portal by August 5, 2026, following strict format requirements including a Bid Summary Form, Bid Schedule, Bid Security, and a Qualified Disabled Veteran (QDV) Business Representation form if applicable; only two electronic attachments under 25 MB each are permitted. The contract employs a best-value acquisition strategy, with awards under $250,000 awarded to the lowest-priced technically acceptable bidder, and projects at or above $250,000 subject to a trade-off analysis weighing price against technical capability, experience, financial stability, insurance, bonding, and past performance. A 10% price preference is applied to bids from qualified disabled veteran-owned businesses that demonstrate 51% ownership by veterans with service-connected disabilities, supported by documentation including DD214s and VA rating letters. The scope includes full compliance with the Michigan Department of Transportation 2020 Standard Specifications for Construction, ASTM, AASHTO, NFPA, and Michigan State Construction Code, with inspections and acceptance occurring exclusively at the job site by the Owner’s designated representative. Contractors must implement Quality Control plans, submit test reports, provide warranties, and adhere to prevailing wage requirements under PA 10 of 2023. Payment is mandated via Electronic Funds Transfer through SIGMA VSS using the DTMB-0440 Request for Payment form, with no federal invoicing systems or appropriation identifiers used. While no formal FAR clauses apply, the solicitation includes state-mandated representations such as a Non-Collusion Affidavit and Byrd Anti-Lobbying Certification, with post-bid requirements triggered by bid value—bids over $100,000 require proof of Michigan business presence, and bids over $250,000 demand EMR, superintendent resumes, and project references. No specific contract type, pricing data, or detailed delivery schedules are populated, indicating a template solicitation awaiting