DNR Clear Lake Dam Sediment Removal

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is soliciting bids for a sediment removal project at Clear Lake in Sibley County, with a specific requirement to remove approximately 4,000 cubic feet of sediment from the lake. The procurement is a competitive bid process requiring electronic submission through the Swift Portal by April 15, 2024. Contractors must submit comprehensive unit pricing that includes all associated costs such as labor, materials, transportation, equipment, sales tax, and incidental expenses. The project is scheduled to begin on or around May 16, 2024, with a mandatory completion date of June 14, 2024. Bidders are required to complete a mandatory site visit prior to submitting their proposal and must comply with all solicitation specifications. The DNR will evaluate responses based on the lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications and terms, with the state reserving the right to award items separately or by total grouping to maximize advantageousness. Contractors requiring assistance with registration or submission can contact the Contractor Assistance Help Desk at 651-201-8100, Option 1.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. No incumbent vendors are identified in the available documentation. The procurement appears to be open to all qualified contractors capable of performing the sediment removal work. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the project involves precise technical specifications for sediment removal with a defined volume and strict timeline. Potential bidders should note that the DNR will be the final determiner of specification compliance, and any responses not fully adhering to the solicitation requirements may be rejected. The project does not utilize Direct Pay Permit 1114, and all costs must be comprehensively integrated into the unit pricing. Interested contractors should carefully review all attached documents and be prepared to demonstrate full technical and operational capability to complete the lake sediment removal project within the specified parameters.