DNR - GoDevil 1644 Boat package
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 2000016758
- 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 seeking to procure a GoDevil 1644 boat package for water patrol operations in Beltrami County. The procurement involves one boat package consisting of a new 2025 or newer GoDevil 1644 boat (or DNR-approved comparable vessel), a newest model year 25HP Kohler longtail motor, and a new 2025 or newer galvanized roller trailer rated under 2,000 pounds. The complete package will be delivered to the DNR MR R1 NW Region office in Bemidji, Minnesota by May 1, 2025, with a contract term running from March 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025. Vendors must submit their responses electronically through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by February 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time, with all questions to be submitted in writing to sheri.karpenko@state.mn.us by the same date and time. The solicitation requires bidders to be registered in the SWIFT system and to provide detailed specifications as outlined in Exhibit C of the contract document. Evaluation criteria include preferences for targeted group businesses and specific technical requirements for the boat, motor, and trailer.
The procurement includes several set-aside and preference provisions for disadvantaged businesses, with targeted group businesses, economically disadvantaged businesses, and veteran-owned businesses eligible for up to 12% of total available points. Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)/Department of Human Services (DHS) providers can receive a 6% preference. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract allows for purchasing card transactions up to $5,000 and requires all costs to be FOB Destination with freight included. Bidders must be either original manufacturers or authorized dealers and provide warranties of at least one year for boats and trailers and two years for motors. The State of Minnesota reserves the right to utilize the resulting contract across various state agencies, suggesting potential broader utilization beyond the initial DNR requirement. Technical support for bid submissions is available through the SWIFT Vendor Helpline at 651.201.8100, Option 1, ensuring accessibility for potential respondents.
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 one (1) Go-Devil 1644 or DNR approved comparable with 25HP Kohler longtail motor and boat trailer to be used 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 February 28, 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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