DNR_RFB_Deer River Area & PWA Road Grading
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 2000015475
- State
- Minnesota
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdiction
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About this opportunity
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking bids for as-needed road grading services in the Deer River Area of central Itasca County, covering approximately 9.3 miles of State Forest Roads and Public Water Access Roads. The procurement is a Request for Bid (RFB) with a contract period from May 1, 2024, through November 30, 2024, with an optional one-year renewal. Contractors must provide motor graders with specific equipment requirements, including a minimum of 140 net horsepower, a 14-foot blade length with carbide scarifier teeth, and safety equipment like a flashing light and "Slow Moving Vehicle" sign. The grading work involves maintaining aggregate roads approximately 18 feet wide, designed for 25 MPH logging and recreation traffic. Bidders must submit electronic responses through the SWIFT Portal by March 28, 2024, with site visits available by contacting Project Supervisors Garrett Mann (218-542-2951) for State Forest Roads or Andrew Brown (218-328-8985) for Public Water Access Roads. The DNR will evaluate bids based on the lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications, with unit pricing to include all associated costs such as labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and taxes.
There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organization types for this procurement. The contract explicitly prohibits subcontracting and does not mention preferences for veteran-owned or disadvantaged businesses. Pricing will be structured as a per-mile rate for grading work and an hourly rate for non-standard grading services. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, contractors must provide comprehensive pricing that encompasses all project-related expenses. The DNR reserves the right to award items separately, by grouping, or by total, depending on what is most advantageous to the state. Contractors must be prepared to provide proof of insurance and comply with all specified contract terms. Interested vendors requiring assistance with registration or bid submission can contact the Contractor Assistance Help Desk at 651-201-8100, Option 1. The contract does not apply to the state's Direct Pay Permit 1114 and prohibits the use of any construction trade work as defined by the Department of Labor's Prevailing Wage Division.
Opportunity text
2024-616 Deer River Area Forest Road and Public Water Access Road Grading The Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for as-needed road grading on approximately 9.3 miles of State Forest Roads and Public Water Access Roads in the Deer River Area (Central Itasca County). For a site visit, contact the Project Supervisor: Deer River Area State Forest Roads - Garrett Mann 218-542-2951. Public Water Access Roads - Andrew Brown 218-328-8985. 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 or attaching your Price Schedule, call the Help Desk at 651-201-8100 - Option No. 1.
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