RFQ-171-270000000012-5 | 472/26156.MDL; Chippewa C.F. Sanitary Sewer Upgrades

Solicitation 472/26156.MDL is a request for proposals issued by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) on behalf of the Michigan Department of Corrections for sanitary sewer upgrades at the Chippewa Correctional Facility. The project requires the contractor to provide comprehensive infrastructure improvements, including the delivery of professional engineer-sealed design calculations, shop drawings, and detailed operation and maintenance manuals. Awarding will be based on the responsive and responsible best value bidder, with specific preferences given to qualified disabled veterans. Bidders must submit all documentation via the SIGMA VSS portal by November 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Required submissions include a bid summary, bid form, non-collusion affidavit, and a 5% bid security. The contract mandates strict adherence to the Buy American Act for all steel products and requires the provision of performance and payment bonds. Project administration is managed by Matrix Consulting Engineers, Inc., and the contractor must ensure all personnel obtain DTMB security clearance for facility access. Payment is subject to a six percent retainage for closeout requirements, and the contractor is responsible for all testing and inspections required by law.