DNR RFB Kroschel Parking Lot Construction
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 2000018657
- State
- Minnesota
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Point of contact
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- Masami Hino Evans masami.evans@state.mn.us (218) 308-2630
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About this opportunity
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is requesting bids for construction of a gravel parking lot approach and parking lot at Kroschel Wildlife Management Area in Kanabec County under RFB 2027-181, with bids due September 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time. Targeted group businesses, economically disadvantaged businesses, and veteran-owned businesses certified by the State receive a preference of 12 percent of total available points; DEED/DHS eligible providers receive 6 percent.
Job 1 entails constructing approximately 1,800 square feet of gravel approach (100 feet by 18 feet) with subgrade preparation, geotextile fabric, and 8 inches of compacted Class 5 aggregate in four 2-inch lifts. Job 2 involves constructing approximately 3,600 square feet of parking lot (60 feet by 60 feet) with identical aggregate specifications, plus installation of ten 20-foot round wood pole barriers in a T-formation, four 6-foot by 10-inch corner posts, a sign board with 6-inch by 8-inch posts and 2-inch by 6-inch crossmembers, and a single 14-foot cattle gate with H-brace support. Approximately 62 tons of Class 5 aggregate are required for the approach and 125 tons for the parking lot.
Prime contractors must demonstrate completion of at least one similar parking lot construction project valued at $10,000 or greater with substantial completion since September 2023, supported by property owner references, and must certify they have not been found in default or had a contract terminated for cause within the last 36 months. All building construction contractors must be registered with the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry prior to award. The contract is subject to prevailing wage requirements for Highway and Heavy construction classification in Kanabec County, effective November 3, 2025.
The estimated total contract value is $13,000. Substantial completion is due December 1, 2026, with final completion by December 15, 2026. All responses must be submitted electronically through the SWIFT Portal. Site visits are available by contacting Tim Marison at 763-284-7231 or Rob Robasco at 218-203-4360. Questions should be directed to Masami Hino Evans at 218-308-2630 or masami.evans@state.mn.us.
Opportunity text
2027-181 Kroschel WMA Parking Lot Approach and Parking Lot Construction The Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for the labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals necessary for constructing a gravel approach to the parking lot (Job 1) and constructing a parking lot (Job 2). The work involves leveling, grading, compacting, and filling specified areas, applying geotex fabric, and spreading and compacting Class 5 aggregate. It also requires the construction and installation of a wood-post perimeter and a sign board, as well as the installation of a gate on the parking lot. For a site visit, contact Tim Marison at 763-284-7231 or Rob Robasco at 218-203-4360. All responses must be submitted electronically through the Swift Portal. No e-mail or faxed responses will be accepted. Contractors needing help with registration and/or completing their response to this Event may contact the Contractor Assistance Help Desk at 651-201-8100, Option 1. Failure to respond to latest event version may result in bid rejection. Please be aware that there are attachments to this event. The vendor is responsible for reviewing all attachments and complying with all requirements to this Event. DNR will be the determining factor if vendor meets specifications. All questions should be directed to the buyer listed in this event. Unit price must include all costs such as labor, materials, tools, transportation, equipment, sales tax, use tax and all else necessary for completion of the project. Direct Pay Permit 1114 does not apply to this project. Award--Item, Group, Total: Responses that do not comply with the solicitation will be considered nonresponsive and will be rejected. The award will be made to the lowest responsible vendor meeting the specifications and all terms and conditions. The State reserves the right to award items separately, by grouping items, or by total, whichever is deemed most advantageous to the State. Once you have completed and submitted your response, you will receive a system confirmation message that your response has been 'accepted'. Print and save the confirmation for your file. If you're having trouble submitting your response, call the Help Desk at 651-201-8100 - Option No. 1.
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