DNR - 16' Lund Fury Boat Packages
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 2000016791
- State
- Minnesota
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdiction
- Point of contact
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- Sheri Karpenko sheri.karpenko@state.mn.us (651) 259-5461
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About this opportunity
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is conducting a formal Request for Bid (RFB) to procure three Lund Fury 1600 boat packages for water patrol operations. The specific procurement includes two tiller boats with 25 horsepower motors and one side console boat with a 40 horsepower motor, each accompanied by a matching galvanized roller trailer. All boat packages must meet detailed specifications outlined in Exhibit C of the contract document, including specific accessories like depth finders and navigation lights. The solicitation requires electronic submission through the SWIFT Supplier Portal, with responses due by March 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Potential bidders must submit any questions to Sheri Karpenko at sheri.karpenko@state.mn.us no later than March 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM CT. The contract period is set from March 21, 2025, through September 30, 2025, with required boat deliveries to the DNR MR R2 NE Region in Grand Rapids, Minnesota by May 1, 2025.
The state has implemented several set-aside and preference provisions to encourage diverse vendor participation, including opportunities for businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with substantial physical disabilities. The procurement process includes potential preference points for veteran-owned businesses, with up to a 12% preference available through specific certification requirements. Bidders must be registered in the SWIFT system and comply with multi-factor authentication protocols. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the solicitation emphasizes environmental considerations, preferring recycled materials when feasible and price-competitive. The state reserves the right to reject any and all responses, and vendors must provide comprehensive warranty coverage (minimum 1 year for boats and trailers, 2 years for motors). Additional vendor requirements include providing current production models that meet all applicable safety codes and regulations, with potential for contract cancellation or legal action if submitted information is found to be misrepresented.
Opportunity text
THIS IS A FORMAL REQUEST FOR BID. Non-electronic and e-mail responses WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. The response must be submitted in the Supplier Portal no later than the date and time called for in the Finish Time in the Event Details. The State of Minnesota (State) is seeking to purchase three (3) Lund Fury 1600 (two tillers and one SS) or DNR approved comparable with 25 and 40 horsepower motors and trailers for patrolling Minnesota waters. The Contractor(s) must be able to provide the boat packages listed in Exhibit C of the Contract document. The State reserves the right to use any Contract that may result from this Solicitation. SUBMITTING QUESTIONS. Questions from prospective Responders regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to sheri.karpenko@state.mn.us no later than March 12, 2025, 2:00 PM CT. All questions received by the cutoff date and time will be responded to via an addendum. Contact regarding this solicitation with any State personnel other than the Buyer listed above may result in rejection of the response. IF YOU ENCOUNTER ISSUES UPLOADING YOUR RESPONSE, YOU MAY CALL THE SWIFT VENDOR HELPLINE AT 651.201.8100, OPTION 1 FOR ASSISTANCE
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