DNR Rush Creek Rip Rap Purchase

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a contractor to purchase and deliver rip rap and clean crossing rock for a stream restoration project located north of Rushford, MN, specifically in Wadena County. The procurement involves acquiring 535 tons of Class V Rip Rap and 50 tons of 1 1/2" Clean Crossing Rock to be delivered by October 3, 2024. The goods are intended for stream bank restoration along Rush Creek, with delivery to be made via a 1,700-foot field road with a low water stream crossing. Potential contractors must submit their responses through the State's SWIFT Supplier Portal no later than September 30, 2024, at 2:00 PM CT. Any questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing to Jeeneng.vang@state.mn.us by the same date and time. The contract term is set from October 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, with an optional one-year extension. Evaluation criteria include compliance with specifications, pricing, and ability to meet delivery requirements.

The solicitation encourages responses from small businesses based in Minnesota, with opportunities for businesses owned or operated by diversity groups. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the state provides options for veteran-owned businesses to claim preferences. The estimated total contract value is approximately $20,000 for the initial one-year term. Respondents must provide a one-year manufacturer's warranty on all equipment and supplies and include all inherent costs in their unit pricing. The state reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to award the contract by item, group, or total, based on what is deemed most advantageous. Contractors must be prepared to provide pricing that remains firm for the initial contract term, with any price increases requiring a formal contract amendment. The DNR does not guarantee the total quantity of materials and retains the right to adjust order amounts as needed throughout the contract period.