Site work for a mixed-use development in Mackinaw City, Michigan. Working plans call for site work for a sidewalk / parking lot; power facility; and water / sewer project.

Requesting a Design Build Entity (DBE) to provide services for proposed placement, design and construction of new solar arrays at the Straits State Harbor site. Canopy-style steel structure panels to run east-west along existing sidewalk, and additional ground-mounted panels will be located on existing island / North Pier (see site sketch for approximate locations). Solar panel locations will also note points of interconnect, PV concept, and address possible utility location conflicts. Phase 100 Report is attached for subsurface conditions at canopy location only. Ground mounted array to be a Deduct Alternate. Requesting a Design Build Entity (DBE) to provide services for proposed placement, design and construction of new solar arrays at the Straights State Harbor site. Canopy-style steel structure panels to run east-west along existing sidewalk, and additional ground-mounted panels will be located on existing island / North Pier. (see site sketch for approximate locations). Solar panel locations will also note points of interconnect, PV concept, and address possible utility location conflicts. Phase 100 Report is attached for subsurface conditions at canopy location only. Ground mounted array to be a Deduct Alternate. Additional Considerations: o Ground penetrating radar may be needed to locate existing utilities o Proposed locations will need field verification o Include topography survey, push-pull testing and soil borings as needed to perform the work o Energy production is intended to maximize the offset allowed by the Utility and maximize savings to the DNR. o Connection of new service to the existing service shall be underground for ground mounted locations. DBE to work with local utility company for electrical interconnection o DBE to provide all items necessary for design and construction, including grading and soil considerations, foundation design, solar array design targeted goals o DBE to submit 50% and 90% contract document design review drawings for owner review 7 days prior to review meeting. Virtual Teams meetings are acceptable for document review. o DBE to provide updated schedule at each meeting o Subsurface conditions will need analysis for footing design. See attached Phase 100 Report o Include time for team meetings - twice a month progress meetings are required during the construction phase. Virtual Teams meetings are acceptable. o Meet State and local codes including SESC and EGLE as required. Submit sealed plans to LARA plan review and permits. o Additional requirements as outlined in the Design Build Contract ALL questions should be emailed to Sheryl Ananich at ananichs@michigan.gov address no later than 2:00 p.m., Eastern on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. 5% Bid security required Shortlist Confirmed.