Barry County Law Enforcement Facility Construction Management Services RFP 2026
Barry CountyCounty · Hastings, MI- Due
- Jul 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Eric Zuzga
- (269) 945-1414
The 30-second brief
Barry County is seeking proposals for Professional Construction Management (CM) services for a new Law Enforcement Facility located at 1212 West State Street, Hastings, MI. The project involves a 47,000+ square foot facility with a projected budget of $30-35 million, including 72 inmate beds, Sheriff's road patrol and administration offices, a sally port, evidence room, and emergency operations center. The selected CM will provide preconstruction services, value engineering, scheduling, and construction oversight. Proposals must include firm experience with Michigan Dept. of Corrections projects and a phased approach. Submittals are due July 23, 2026, with interviews scheduled for August 4, 2026, and construction anticipated to start in Spring 2028.
One hard copy and one electronic copy of the proposal, Proposed contract, Fee structure, Work plan, Resumes
Understanding of project objectives, qualifications and experience of staff, degree of response to requirements, additional value, total fees
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Summary
Barry County is seeking proposals for Professional Construction Management (CM) services for a new Law Enforcement Facility located at 1212 West State Street, Hastings, MI. The project involves a 47,000+ square foot facility with a projected budget of $30-35 million, including 72 inmate beds, Sheriff's road patrol and administration offices, a sally port, evidence room, and emergency operations center.
The selected CM will provide preconstruction services, value engineering, scheduling, and construction oversight. Proposals must include firm experience with Michigan Dept. of Corrections projects and a phased approach. Submittals are due July 23, 2026, with interviews scheduled for August 4, 2026, and construction anticipated to start in Spring 2028.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Understanding of project objectives
- Qualifications and experience of staff
- Degree of response to requirements
- Additional value
- Total fees
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- One hard copy and one electronic copy of the proposal
- Proposed contract
- Fee structure
- Work plan
- Resumes
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Appendix A (Needs Assessment Summary Report)
- Certificate of general liability insurance
- Proof of Insurance Certificate for workers' compensation
- Submit to
- Barry County Administration, 220 West State Street, 3rd Floor, Hastings, MI 49058
- Scope location
- Hastings, MI
- Projected sq ft
- 47,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Barry County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 23, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Barry County Administration, 220 West State Street, 3rd Floor, Hastings, MI 49058. For questions, contact Eric Zuzga.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Barry County in MI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Eric Zuzga at (269) 945-1414. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One hard copy and one electronic copy of the proposal, Proposed contract, Fee structure, Work plan, Resumes. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Understanding of project objectives, qualifications and experience of staff, degree of response to requirements, additional value, total fees" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Barry County?
All active and historical solicitations from Barry County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Barry County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Appendix A (Needs Assessment Summary Report), Certificate of general liability insurance, Proof of Insurance Certificate for workers' compensation. Review the full document from Barry County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hastings, MI. The total projected area is 47000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.