DNR - New Parker Hydraulic Motors

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is soliciting bids for six new Parker hydraulic motors, specifically part number 3707308 or a DNR-approved equivalent, to be used for running water pumps on AT-20 tracked firefighting equipment. This formal Request for Bid (RFB) requires electronic submission through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by January 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time, with all questions due by January 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM CT. The procurement is specific to the DNR MR Fleet R2 facility in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, with a required delivery date of June 2, 2025, or the soonest available date. Vendors must provide comprehensive equipment documentation, technical specifications, and complete all required attachments, including Responder Declarations and Veterans Preference Forms. The contract period will run from January 23, 2025, through June 30, 2025, with pricing that must include all inherent costs such as duties, customs fees, permits, brokerage fees, licenses, registrations, government taxes, overhead, profit, and insurance payments.

The solicitation offers significant opportunities for diverse businesses, including a 12% preference for certified targeted group businesses, economically disadvantaged businesses, and veteran-owned businesses. Minnesota's procurement process emphasizes inclusivity, particularly supporting businesses owned by racial minorities, women, persons with disabilities, veterans, and those located in economically disadvantaged counties. The pricing must be entered directly into the SWIFT system at the unit line level, with no separate price schedule document allowed. Vendors must provide OEM standard warranty documentation and submit pricing on an FOB Destination basis with freight included. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract allows for a maximum of six hydraulic motors, and prices must remain firm for the initial contract term. No sales tax should be added to the bid, as state agencies hold a Direct Payment Authorization Letter to pay applicable taxes directly to the Department of Revenue.