Floating Beach Wheelchairs and Walkway Mats

PURPOSE: The purpose of this solicitation is to establish a contract for Mobi-Chair(R) floating beach wheelchairs, and Mobi-Mat(R) AFX RecPath(TM) wood-like accessible pathway mats, and related accessories or approved equal products. The purpose of this procurement is to improve public accessibility to beaches, waterfronts, and outdoor recreation areas throughout the State of Minnesota. CONTRACT VALUE: The estimated total dollar value of the contract for one year is $50,000.00 to $75,000.00. However, this shall not be construed as either the minimum or maximum amount. It shall also be understood and accepted by the responder that any quantities shown in this solicitation are estimated quantities only and impose no obligation upon the State either minimum or maximum. CONTRACT PERIOD: The term of this contract is anticipated to be from December 1, 2026 to November 30, 2028, with the option to extend up to an additional (three) 3 years in increments determined by the State. QUESTION AND ANSWER PERIOD: Questions should be emailed to the contact listed by 3:00 P.M. Central Time October 7, 2026. \*\*\*THIS IS A FORMAL REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP). Fax responses and non-electronic responses will NOT be accepted. All responses must be submitted online through the SWIFT Supplier Portal before the Event Due Date and Time. Late responses will not be accepted. NOTE: Responders who are registered only as Bidders must register as Suppliers before being awarded an event. If participating in this event, make sure your registration as a Supplier occurs prior to the notice of intent to award. For questions about the SWIFT Vendor Supplier Portal, please contact the Vendor Help Desk at 651-201-8100 Option 1, and then Option 1. RFP RESPONSE: Responders should 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: Workfor \[Partial description. For the full description, log into the [Supplier Portal](https://guest.supplier.systems.state.mn.us/psc/fmssupap/SUPPLIER/ERP/c/NUI_FRAMEWORK.PT_LANDINGPAGE.GBL).\] **Event ID/Reference Number:** **2000018658** If an Event ID/Reference number appears, this Solicitation Event is being conducted in the SWIFT system. All project documentation and vendor submissions should be completed at the State of Minnesota Supplier portal. Log in to the [Supplier Portal](https://guest.supplier.systems.state.mn.us/psc/fmssupap/SUPPLIER/ERP/c/NUI_FRAMEWORK.PT_LANDINGPAGE.GBL?&) to view this event. You will need to search for Event ID/Reference Number in the portal. If the Event ID/Reference Number shows "Unknown", then the full description can be found for this event in the State of Minnesota list of solicitations (select the appropriate page): [Goods and Services Solicitation Postings](https://osp.admin.mn.gov/GS-auto) or [Professional and Technical Solicitation Postings](https://osp.admin.mn.gov/PT-auto). You may locate it using the Ref. # that appears above.