Floating_Beach_Wheelchairs_and_Walkway_Mats.pdf
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- Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats
- Solicitation number
- 2000018658
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- Minnesota
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This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) document issued by the State of Minnesota's Admin/State Procurement office for the establishment of a contract to supply Mobi-Chair floating beach wheelchairs, Mobi-Mat AFX RecPath wood-like accessible pathway mats, and related accessories to improve public accessibility to beaches, waterfronts, and outdoor recreation areas throughout Minnesota. The solicitation requests pricing for six line items: one floating beach wheelchair unit, four Mobi-Mat walkway mats in varying lengths (16.5 feet, 33 feet, 50 feet, and 100 feet, all 5 feet wide), and one Mobi-Tool installation accessory. The question and answer period deadline is October 7, 2026 at 3:00 P.M. Central Time, with proposals due October 22, 2026 at 3:00 P.M. Central Time through the SWIFT Supplier Portal. The contract term runs from December 1, 2026 through November 30, 2028, with options to extend for up to three additional years in State-determined increments. All responses must be submitted electronically; fax and non-electronic responses will not be accepted.
The estimated annual contract value is $50,000.00 to $75,000.00, though this represents neither a minimum nor maximum obligation and all quantities are estimated only. Responders must be registered as Suppliers in the SWIFT system prior to award notification. Bidders must submit required documentation including Responder Declarations, Exceptions to State's Terms and Conditions, Workforce and Equal Pay Certification Form, specification sheets, sample invoices and quotes, and OEM authorization documentation. Responders must confirm product compliance with all specifications, answer all questions in the Additional Information attachment, and indicate whether they are the OEM, an authorized distributor, or a manufacturer's representative; broker responses will not be accepted. The solicitation encourages participation from Minnesota-based small businesses and certified minority-owned, women-owned, disabled-owned, veteran-owned, or economically disadvantaged businesses.
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Event Description PURPOSE: The purpose of this solicitation is to establish a contract for Mobi-Chair® floating beach wheelchairs, and Mobi-Mat® AFX RecPath™ wood-like accessible pathway mats, and related accessories or approved equal products. The purpose of this procurement is to improve public accessibility to beaches, waterfronts, and outdoor recreation areas throughout the State of Minnesota.
CONTRACT VALUE: The estimated total dollar value of the contract for one year is $50,000.00 to $75,000.00.
However, this shall not be construed as either the minimum or maximum amount. It shall also be understood and accepted by the responder that any quantities shown in this solicitation are estimated quantities only and impose no obligation upon the State either minimum or maximum.
CONTRACT PERIOD: The term of this contract is anticipated to be from December 1, 2026 to November 30, 2028, with the option to extend up to an additional (three) 3 years in increments determined by the State.
QUESTION AND ANSWER PERIOD: Questions should be emailed to the contact listed by 3:00 P.M. Central Time October 7, 2026.
***THIS IS A FORMAL REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP). Fax responses and non-electronic responses will NOT be accepted. All responses must be submitted online through the SWIFT Supplier Portal before the Event Due Date and Time. Late responses will not be accepted.
NOTE: Responders who are registered only as Bidders must register as Suppliers before being awarded an event.
If participating in this event, make sure your registration as a Supplier occurs prior to the notice of intent to award.
For questions about the SWIFT Vendor Supplier Portal, please contact the Vendor Help Desk at 651-201-8100 Option 1, and then Option 1.
RFP RESPONSE: Responders should submit all requested documentation, including, but not limited to, the following documents:
• Attachment A: Responder Declarations
• Attachment B: Exceptions to State's Terms and Conditions
• Attachment D: Workforce and Equal Pay Certification Form
• Attachment E: Additional Information OEM, Authorized Distributor or Representative Documentation Specification Sheets Sample Invoice and Sample Quote
DO NOT INCLUDE Non-Public/Trade Secret Data (as defined by Minn. Stat. Section 13.37).
Note to Responders: Please review the entire Sample Contract and Exhibits attached to this solicitation to understand the complete scope and terms.
Thank you for your interest and participation.
General Comments
* Solicitation Attachments: (RFP)
1. Event Details
2. Request for Proposal
3. Attachments
4. Sample Contract and Exhibits
Responders should review all attached documentation before submitting a response.
For assistance with the SWIFT Vendor Supplier Portal, please contact the Vendor Help Desk at 651-201-8100
Event Details
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 1 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
In order to participate in this event YOU MUST BE REGISTERED as either a bidder or a supplier.
Option 1, and then Option 1.
General Questions Question Ideal Response
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Is your business based in Minnesota and considered small according to the OSP small business size standards? The link below provides size standard requirements. Please note (all web addresses can be copied and pasted into a web browser for further review) https://mn.gov/admin/business/vendor-info/oep/sbcp/size/
And:
Is your business a for-profit business that is majority owned, operated and controlled by:
• a racial minority,
• a woman,
• a person with a substantial physical disability,
• a veteran or service-disabled veteran, or is your business
• located in, or the owner lives in, an economically disadvantaged county?
( http://mn.gov/admin/business/vendor-info/oep/sbcp/ed/counties )
If your company meets these basic criteria, it may be eligible for certification in the state’s Small Business Procurement Program. For more information on eligibility requirements please visit https://sbcp.mn.gov/.
You can also contact the Office of Equity in Procurement at Procurement.Equity@state.mn.us or 651-201-2402 for further information.
• Do you believe your company meets the criteria listed above?
• Your response to this question is for informational purposes only. If you select YES, and are not certified, a member of the Office of Equity in Procurement will contact you to provide additional information regarding the State’s Small Business Procurement Program. (Responders must select Yes or No to continue submitting their response.)
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
Upload all required or requested attachments here.
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
A file attachment is required to satisfy this question.
Your bid will need to be edited online to include attachment responses.
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 2 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
Response Comments
If you fail to upload attachments requested in the solicitation, your response may be disqualified. Have you uploaded the required or requested attachments? (Yes / No)
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
PREPARED BY:
Name, Title, e-mail, phone of individual who prepared the response.
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
PROMPT PAY:
What prompt pay discounts will you offer? If Other, then specify the terms in the comments section. Select All That Apply
Options: 1% in 30 2% in 30 3% in 30 1% in 10, Net 30 2% in 10, Net 30 3% in 10, Net 30 5% in 10, Net 30 1% in 15, Net 30 2% in 15, Net 30 3% in 15, Net 30 1% in 20, Net 30 2% in 20, Net 30 3% in 20, Net 30 Net 30 Other None
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 3 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
DELIVERY TIME FRAME:
What is the delivery time frame in calendar days after receipt of order (A.R.O)?
Required: No Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
Did you submit a sample invoice and quote with your response that complies with the requirements listed in Exhibit D, Supplement 1?
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
DISTRIBUTOR OR MANUFACTURER'S REP:
Distributor or Manufacturer's Representative. If a distributor or manufacturer's representative, as defined in MN Rules 1230.0150, is submitting an offer on behalf of the Original Equipment manufacturer (OEM), it must either:
A. Be listed on the OEM's website as an authorized distributor or an authorized manufacturer's representative, or B. Provide a letter from the OEM, on the OEM letterhead, stating the responder is authorized to sell the specific product listed in the Solicitation/Event, or the OEM's full line of products, and that all OEM equipment warranties are applicable. (This requirement can be met by attaching the OEM letter to the Solicitation/Event response). Failure to meet this requirement by the Solicitation/Event due date and time may result in the vendor's response being rejected.
The Contract Vendor shall be the single contact through which customers will arrange warranty work that is still covered under the original equipment manufacturer's warranty on the equipment that is purchased.
Pursuant to MN Rules 1230.0150, responses from brokers will not be accepted. Select One
Options: OEM Authorized Distributor Manufacturer's Representative Broker
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 4 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
Do the products offered meet all the specifications listed in the Exhibit C: Specifications, Duties, and Scope of Work?
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
Did you answer all questions on Attachment E: Additional information and upload your response?
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 5 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
Line Details No Bid:
Line: 1 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Bid Qty: 1 Required: No Reserve Price: No
Description: MobiChair® floating beach wheelchair or Approved Equal
Question Response What is the price per unit?
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
No Bid:
Line: 2 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Bid Qty: 1 Required: No Reserve Price: No
Description: Mobi-Mat® AFX RecPath™ wood-like roll up walkway or Approved Equal, 5' wide and 16.5' long
Question Response What is the price per unit?
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 6 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
No Bid:
Line: 3 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Bid Qty: 1 Required: No Reserve Price: No
Description: Mobi-Mat® AFX RecPath™ wood-like roll up walkway or Approved Equal, 5' wide and 33' long
Question Response What is the price per unit?
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
No Bid:
Line: 4 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Bid Qty: 1 Required: No Reserve Price: No
Description: Mobi-Mat® AFX RecPath™ wood-like roll up walkway or Approved Equal, 5' wide and and 50' long
Question Response What is the price per unit?
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
No Bid:
Line: 5 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Bid Qty: 1 Required: No Reserve Price: No
Description: Mobi-Mat® AFX RecPath™ wood-like roll up walkway or Approved Equal, 5' wide and 100' long
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 7 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
Question Response What is the price per unit?
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
No Bid:
Line: 6 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Bid Qty: 1 Required: No Reserve Price: No
Description: Mobi-Tool™ or Approved Equal, accessory tool for Mobi-Mat® installation and removal
Question Response What is the price per unit?
Required: Yes Ideal Resp Reqd? No
Response Comments
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 8 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
Bidder Information Firm Name:
Name: Signature: Date:
Phone #: Fax #:
Street Address:
City & State: Zip Code:
Email:
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 9 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
Appendix A - Line Specifications Line: 1 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Description: MobiChair® floating beach wheelchair or Approved Equal
Item Specifications
Manufacturer:
Mfg Item ID:
Item Length: 0 Item Height: 0 Item Width: 0 Dimension UOM:
Item Volume: 0 Volume UOM:
Item Weight: 0 Weight UOM:
Item Size: Item Color:
Shipping Information
Schedule: 1 Ship To: ADMIN OSP EVENTS
ADMIN OSP EVENTS
United States
Quantity: 1 Due Date: 10/22/2026 Freight Terms:
Ship Via:
Line: 2 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Description: Mobi-Mat® AFX RecPath™ wood-like roll up walkway or Approved Equal, 5' wide and 16.5' long
Item Specifications
Manufacturer:
Mfg Item ID:
Item Length: 0 Item Height: 0 Item Width: 0 Dimension UOM:
Item Volume: 0 Volume UOM:
Item Weight: 0 Weight UOM:
Item Size: Item Color:
Shipping Information
Schedule: 1 Ship To: ADMIN OSP EVENTS
ADMIN OSP EVENTS
United States
Quantity: 1 Due Date: 10/22/2026 Freight Terms:
Ship Via:
Line: 3 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Description: Mobi-Mat® AFX RecPath™ wood-like roll up walkway or Approved Equal, 5' wide and 33' long
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 10 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
Item Specifications
Manufacturer:
Mfg Item ID:
Item Length: 0 Item Height: 0 Item Width: 0 Dimension UOM:
Item Volume: 0 Volume UOM:
Item Weight: 0 Weight UOM:
Item Size: Item Color:
Shipping Information
Schedule: 1 Ship To: ADMIN OSP EVENTS
ADMIN OSP EVENTS
United States
Quantity: 1 Due Date: 10/22/2026 Freight Terms:
Ship Via:
Line: 4 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Description: Mobi-Mat® AFX RecPath™ wood-like roll up walkway or Approved Equal, 5' wide and and 50' long
Item Specifications
Manufacturer:
Mfg Item ID:
Item Length: 0 Item Height: 0 Item Width: 0 Dimension UOM:
Item Volume: 0 Volume UOM:
Item Weight: 0 Weight UOM:
Item Size: Item Color:
Shipping Information
Schedule: 1 Ship To: ADMIN OSP EVENTS
ADMIN OSP EVENTS
United States
Quantity: 1 Due Date: 10/22/2026 Freight Terms:
Ship Via:
Line: 5 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Description: Mobi-Mat® AFX RecPath™ wood-like roll up walkway or Approved Equal, 5' wide and 100' long
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 11 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
Item Specifications
Manufacturer:
Mfg Item ID:
Item Length: 0 Item Height: 0 Item Width: 0 Dimension UOM:
Item Volume: 0 Volume UOM:
Item Weight: 0 Weight UOM:
Item Size: Item Color:
Shipping Information
Schedule: 1 Ship To: ADMIN OSP EVENTS
ADMIN OSP EVENTS
United States
Quantity: 1 Due Date: 10/22/2026 Freight Terms:
Ship Via:
Line: 6 Item ID: Line Qty: 1 UOM: EACH Description: Mobi-Tool™ or Approved Equal, accessory tool for Mobi-Mat® installation and removal
Item Specifications
Manufacturer:
Mfg Item ID:
Item Length: 0 Item Height: 0 Item Width: 0 Dimension UOM:
Item Volume: 0 Volume UOM:
Item Weight: 0 Weight UOM:
Item Size: Item Color:
Shipping Information
Schedule: 1 Ship To: ADMIN OSP EVENTS
ADMIN OSP EVENTS
United States
Quantity: 1 Due Date: 10/22/2026 Freight Terms:
Ship Via:
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 12 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
Appendix B - Terms & Conditions
1. Please review the attached Terms and Conditions attached to the event.
Last Updated: 12/24/2018
Event Details (cont.)
Bidder: PUBLIC EVENT DETAILS
Agency: Admin/State Procurement Contact: Jensen,Cassandra M Phone: (651) 201-2450 Fax #:
Email: cassandra.m.jensen@state.mn.us
Event ID Format Type Page G0210-2000018658 Sell RFx 13 Event Round Version 1 1 Event Name Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats Start Time Finish Time
09/24/2026 15:00:00 CDT 10/22/2026 15:00:00 CDT
Event Currency: US Dollar Bids allowed in other currency: No
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