DNR Temporary Dumpsters SE Group A

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking bids for a temporary dumpster service contract in southeastern Minnesota, specifically covering Goodhue, Wabasha, and Winona Counties. The procurement solicits providers to supply a minimum of 6 cubic yard dumpsters/containers and associated services to load, haul, and dispose of refuse and trash, including deer carcasses, at four locations: Altura, Plainview, Pine Island, and Kasson. Services are required on a twice-per-week basis from November 6 to December 6, 2024. All responses must be submitted electronically through the Swift Portal by August 27, 2024, with no email or fax submissions accepted. The DNR will award the contract to the lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications and terms, with the state reserving the right to award items separately, by grouping, or by total. Evaluation criteria include compliance with solicitation requirements, pricing, and ability to meet technical specifications, with the DNR serving as the final determiner of vendor qualification.

The procurement includes potential preferences for certified veteran-owned small businesses and resident vendors, suggesting opportunities for disadvantaged or targeted business enterprises. No incumbent contractors are identified in the documentation, and no specific budget range is disclosed. Vendors must include all costs in their unit pricing, encompassing labor, materials, tools, transportation, equipment, sales tax, and use tax. The contract explicitly prohibits construction trade work and includes specific requirements related to hazardous materials handling, invasive species prevention, and pollinator best management practices. Contractors requiring assistance with registration or response submission can contact the Contractor Assistance Help Desk at 651-201-8100, Option 1. The Direct Pay Permit 1114 does not apply to this project, and vendors must carefully review all attachments and comply with all event requirements to avoid bid rejection.