DNR - Custom 20' Aluminum Workboat package

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is conducting a procurement for a one-time purchase of a custom 20' aluminum workboat package to be used for surveying Minnesota waters. The specific procurement involves acquiring one workboat with precise specifications, including a 115HP motor and a matching boat trailer. All responses must be electronically submitted through the SWIFT portal by April 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time, with an anticipated contract period from May 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. The DNR will be the sole determinant of whether vendors meet the required specifications, and only one purchase order will be issued per vendor. Key deliverables include a fully equipped workboat that meets the DNR's detailed requirements, with manufacturer warranties of at least one year for the boat and trailer, and two years for the motor. Delivery is mandated by August 1, 2024, to the DNR's New Ulm, Minnesota location, and payment will be processed only after complete receipt and approval of all items.

The solicitation includes provisions for the Small Business Procurement Program and allows vendors to claim a veteran-owned business preference in accordance with Minnesota statutes. While specific set-aside designations are not extensively detailed, the documentation suggests an openness to diverse vendor participation. No incumbent vendors are explicitly identified in the provided documents. The procurement appears to be a direct purchase without complex integration requirements, focusing on a standard marine equipment acquisition. The bidding process requires vendors to enter pricing directly into the SWIFT system, with pricing transparency mandated by the state. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the solicitation indicates that the state will evaluate bids based on meeting specifications, with factors such as delivery timeline potentially influencing the award decision. Vendors must comply with federal requirements if federal funds are used and adhere to Minnesota statutes regarding product compositions and chemical regulations.