RFQ-171-260000000460-2 | 472/25139.ABG; Kinross C.F. - PA Upgrades

The State of Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget is soliciting bids for the Kinross Correctional Facility Public Address (PA) Upgrades project, identified as file number 472/25139.ABG. The scope of work involves the complete demolition of the existing PA system and infrastructure, including the abandonment of direct buried lines, and the installation of a new IP-based system. Key deliverables include the replacement of interior and exterior speakers and the installation of exhaust fans and electrical modifications in selected IT closets. A critical requirement of the project is that the PA system must remain active and functional at all times, with no downtime permitted unless pre-approved and coordinated with the facility. The project is located in Kincheloe, Michigan, and has a substantial completion timeline of 120 calendar days. Bids are due by 2:00 p.m. on September 30, 2026, and must be submitted via the SIGMA VSS portal. The award will be based on the best value, considering both price and qualitative components, though for contracts under $250,000, the lowest responsive and responsible bid will be the primary factor. Bidders must include a $50,000 contingency allowance in their base proposal and provide a 5% bid security. Performance and payment bonds are required for contracts exceeding $50,000, and certification as a Michigan-based business is mandatory for bids over $100,000. Additionally, the project is subject to prevailing wage requirements and requires a mandatory walk-through on September 17, 2026, which necessitates a LEIN criminal history check for all attendees. Qualified Disabled Veteran (QDV) businesses may apply for a 10% pricing preference with appropriate documentation.