DNR - 16' Lund Fury Boat Packages

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has issued a formal Request for Bid (RFB) for the procurement of three complete boat packages, specifically seeking Lund Fury 1600 (Tiller models) or DNR-approved comparable boats with 25 and 40 horsepower motors and galvanized roller trailers. The solicitation, identified as SWIFT Event No. 2000017028, is focused on acquiring boat packages for patrolling Minnesota waters, with a specific delivery requirement to the DNR MR R2 NE REGION location in Grand Rapids, Minnesota by May 1, 2025. The procurement requires vendors to submit detailed specifications for each line item, including make, model, year, color, and additional equipment specifications through the SWIFT Supplier Portal. Potential bidders must submit their responses no later than April 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM CT, with all questions to be submitted in writing to sheri.karpenko@state.mn.us by April 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM CT. The evaluation will consider factors such as compliance with technical specifications, pricing, and the ability to meet the DNR's operational requirements for water patrol equipment.

The solicitation strongly encourages participation from small businesses, with a particular emphasis on businesses owned by racial minorities, women, persons with disabilities, veterans, or those located in economically disadvantaged counties. The state offers potential preference points for veteran-owned businesses, with certified small businesses potentially receiving up to a 12% preference on the first $2,000,000 of the bid. Vendors must be registered in the SWIFT system and will need to complete various attachments, including Responder Declarations, Pricing Sheets, and Veteran-Owned Preference Forms. While the specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves three complete boat packages with motors and trailers, suggesting a moderate-sized contract. The contract is set to be effective from April 25, 2025, or upon receipt of all required signatures, and will expire on September 30, 2025. Bidders must be prepared to serve as the primary point of contact for warranty work and comply with all specified technical and administrative requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.