DNR RFB Littlefork Area ROW Invasive Species Treat
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 2000016913
- State
- Minnesota
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdiction
- 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 (DNR) is soliciting bids for the Littlefork Area Right-of-Way Invasive Species Treatment project, seeking a contractor to perform herbicide application on state forest roads. The procurement covers approximately 61.2 miles of forest roads spanning 203.5 acres and a 3-acre gravel pit, with the goal of controlling invasive plant species such as spotted knapweed, common tansy, wild parsnip, non-native thistle, and reed canary grass. Bidders must demonstrate at least two years of experience in broadcast forest or roadside herbicide application and have on-site applicators with a minimum of one year of experience. Contractors are required to possess a current Minnesota Commercial Pesticide Applicator License in specific categories and submit proof of licensure with their bid. The solicitation (No. 2025-735) requires electronic submission through the Swift Portal, with bids due by April 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and project completion expected by June 30, 2025. Potential bidders can contact Project Supervisor Nicholas Riley at 218-888-9055 for a site visit, and the award will be made to the lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications.
The DNR emphasizes diversity and inclusion in this procurement, with potential preferences for Minnesota-based small businesses, including those owned by minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Contractors must provide all necessary equipment, including broadcast sprayers, ATVs, trucks, and backpack sprayers, and follow strict environmental guidelines, including invasive species prevention protocols and pollinator best management practices. The project will be awarded on a per-acre basis for three line items: Highway Vehicle Access Roads (126.5 acres), OHV Access Roads (77 acres), and Gravel Pit (3 acres). While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the DNR reserves the right to adjust the project scope based on available funding. Bidders must be registered vendors and complete a qualification form demonstrating their ability to identify and treat the specified invasive plant species. The state will use specific herbicides such as OpenSight and Garlon 3A for the treatment, and contractors must comply with all environmental and application requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.
Opportunity text
2025-735 Littlefork Area Right-of-Way Invasive Species Treatment The Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for: the labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals necessary for herbicide application to control invasive plants on state forest roads in the Littlefork area. The proposed total area requiring treatment is approximately 61.2 miles of forest roads covering 203.5 acres and a gravel pit that is 3 acres in size. Treatments vary in scope depending on stem density and infestation across the work area. For a site visit, contact the Project Supervisor, Nicholas Riley at 218-888-9055. 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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