DNR RFB Temporary Dumpster Service SE Group E

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking bids for a temporary dumpster service contract in Southeast Group E, covering sites in Winona and Houston Counties. The procurement requires a vendor to provide a minimum of 6 cubic yard dumpsters/containers and associated services to load, haul, and dispose of refuse/trash, including deer carcasses, from September 11, 2024 to January 8, 2025. The contract specifications mandate weekly service at three sites, with an additional requirement of a second dumpster placed at two sites from November 6 to December 6, 2024, during which twice-per-week service will be required. All responses must be submitted electronically through the Swift Portal by August 27, 2024, with no email or fax submissions accepted. The evaluation criteria prioritize the lowest responsible vendor who meets all specifications and terms, with the state reserving the right to award items separately or by grouping to maximize advantageousness. Contractors needing assistance with registration or submission can contact the Contractor Assistance Help Desk at 651-201-8100, Option 1.

The solicitation allows vendors to claim preference as a Minnesota Resident Vendor or a Veteran-Owned Small Business, potentially providing competitive advantages to these designated groups. Proof of insurance will be required for the awarded vendor, and the contract requires that the unit price include all associated costs such as labor, materials, tools, transportation, equipment, sales tax, and use tax. No specific budget range or award value was explicitly stated in the documentation, and no incumbent vendor was mentioned. The contract does not utilize a Direct Pay Permit, and no specific infrastructure or technology integration requirements were outlined. Prospective bidders are responsible for reviewing all attachments and complying with all event requirements, with the DNR serving as the final arbiter of specification compliance. Prompt payment discounts are requested, and vendors must provide their legal organizational description as part of the bid submission.