DNR RFB Lac qui Parle WMA –Nygard Tract
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 2000016478
- State
- Minnesota
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdiction
Updated .
About this opportunity
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking bids for a tree/brush and fence removal project located on the Nygard Tract of the Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area in Lac qui Parle County. The project encompasses approximately 12 acres and requires the removal of undesirable trees and shrubs within 150 feet of the railroad grade, including cutting, stump treating with herbicide, and complete removal from the site or burning. Additionally, approximately 4,500 linear feet of fence must be removed and disposed of off-site. The bid solicitation (ID 67408d73b5a036203a0c38c4) requires electronic submission through the Swift Portal by December 3, 2024, at 2:00 PM, with no email or fax submissions accepted. Potential bidders must demonstrate previous experience with similar tree removal contracts valued at $10,000 or greater, completed since October 31, 2019. A site visit can be arranged by contacting Jake Arvidson at 320-734-4451, and contractors needing assistance with registration can contact the Contractor Assistance Help Desk at 651-201-8100, Option 1. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications and terms, with the work to be completed by December 31, 2024.
The procurement includes provisions for targeted group, economically disadvantaged, and veteran-owned business preferences. Bidders must comply with the Minnesota Human Rights Act and follow pollinator best management practices and invasive species prevention protocols. The DNR reserves the right to accept or reject any bids and to award items separately or by grouping to maximize state advantages. Contractors will be disqualified if they have been found in default or had a contract terminated for cause within the past 36 months. Payment for the project will be made on a lump sum basis, with potential partial payments up to 80% of the total bid price as work progresses. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the project involves comprehensive site clearing and fence removal services. The solicitation emphasizes the importance of including all costs in the unit price, including labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and applicable taxes.
Opportunity text
2025 433 Lac qui Parle WMA -Nygard Tract - Tree/Brush and Fence Removal The Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for: The work covered under this solicitation shall consist of the labor, equipment, herbicide materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals necessary to: Cut, stump treat with herbicide, and remove from the site or pile and burn all undesirable trees and shrubs located within 150 feet of the railroad grade in the project area. All fence in the project area must also be removed and disposed of off-site. Some previously dead/downed material must also be removed. Project will take place on the Nygard tract of Lac qui Parle WMA in Lac qui Parle County near Appleton, MN. The project area consists of approximately 12 total acres, including approximately 4500 linear feet of fence line. 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. For a site visit please contact Jake Arvidson (320-734-4451). 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.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 2025_433_Bid_Specs.pdf | ||
| DNR_RFB_Lac_qui_Parle_WMA_–Nygard_Tract.pdf | ||
| 2025-433_Vendor_Qualifications.pdf |
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