DNR Yar-Craft 186 TFX Boats
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 2000016959
- State
- Minnesota
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdiction
- Point of contact
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- Bryan Stusse bryan.stusse@state.mn.us (651) 201-3317
Updated .
About this opportunity
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking to procure two Yar-Craft 186 TFX boats with specific equipment configurations, including 200HP motors and trailers, through a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) with SWIFT Event # G0210-2000016959. The solicitation, which applies specifically to Houston County, requires vendors to submit comprehensive proposals through the Supplier Portal by May 9, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT. Potential bidders must provide detailed documentation including Responder Declarations, Exceptions to State's Terms and Conditions, and various forms such as Veterans Preference, Workforce Certification, and Equal Pay Certificate. The evaluation process will be conducted in three phases, totaling 1,000 points, with 100 points allocated for acceptance of state terms and 900 points for cost details. Vendors are allowed to propose state-approved equivalent boats if they can demonstrate comparable quality, style, and performance characteristics. Prospective responders may submit written questions about the solicitation to bryan.stusse@state.mn.us no later than May 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM CT, with responses to be provided via addendum.
The RFP includes provisions for diversity and inclusion, offering preference points for targeted group businesses, including those owned by racial minorities, women, persons with substantial physical disabilities, veterans, or located in economically disadvantaged counties. Suppliers must be registered either as bidders or suppliers to participate, and those encountering technical submission issues can contact the SWIFT Vendor Helpline at 651.201.8100. The anticipated contract term runs from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026, with potential extensions up to an additional 48 months. The estimated total contract value ranges from $150,000 to $190,000 for the initial year, though this is not guaranteed as a minimum or maximum amount. The boats must be 2025 or newer models, with specific requirements including a Humminbird Helix 9 Chirp GPS, Lakemaster Minnesota Plus Map, Wave Pro 2.0 seats, and a Mercury 200EXLPT Pro XS 4-stroke outboard motor. Delivery will be to the DNR facility in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, with the contractor responsible for all associated fees, including duties, permits, licenses, and taxes.
Opportunity text
THIS IS A FORMAL REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP). Non-electronic and e-mail responses WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. The response must be submitted in the Supplier Portal no later than the date and time called for in the Finish Time in the Event Details. PURPOSE AND BACKGROUND. The purpose of this Solicitation is to provide two (2) Yar-Craft 186 TFX with 200HP motors and trailers, or State Approved Equals to be used for Department of Natural Resources (DNR). A Responder offering an approved equal should provide information to the State for evaluation no later than the date and time listed in Section 1, Step 1 Instructions to Responders. SUBMITTING QUESTIONS. Questions from prospective responders regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to bryan.stusse@state.mn.us, no later than May 2, 2025, 3:00 PM CT. All questions received by the cutoff date and time will be responded to via an addendum. Contact regarding this solicitation with any State personnel other than the solicitation facilitator listed above may result in rejection of the response. Responder(s) offering an approved equal should provide information to the State for evaluation. The information should be received no later than the date and time listed above. IF YOU ENCOUNTER ISSUES UPLOADING YOUR RESPONSE, YOU MAY CALL THE SWIFT VENDOR HELPLINE AT 651.201.8100, OPTION 1 FOR ASSISTANCE. Submit all requested documentation, including, but not limited to, the following documents: • Attachment A: Responder Declarations • Attachment B: Exceptions to State's Terms and Conditions • Attachment D: Responder Forms o Veterans Preference Form (If Applicable) o Workforce Certification o Equal Pay Certificate Form o Sample Quote and Invoice o Exhibit D Price Schedule Response Document Notes: * Please attach each document only once. * The special characters on the upper-case number keys should not be used in either the attachment name or the file name of the attachment. This includes these characters: ~ ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) . Also do not use - but use _instead. Note: Suppliers registered only as bidders must register as suppliers before they can be awarded. Your response is not submitted until you select the 'Submit Bid' button. You will receive a confirmation message when your bid has been submitted. Print and save your confirmation page.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| rfp_attachments_16959_FD.pdf | ||
| rfp_samplecontractandexhibits_16959_FD.pdf | ||
| DNR_Yar-Craft_186_TFX_Boats.pdf | ||
| Event_No._16959_RFP_Price_Schedule_FD.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| rfp_content_16959_FD.pdf |
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