MN DNR Color Enhancing Glasses Purchase

The State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is requesting bids for color-enhancing glasses for the Park and Trails Division under a formal RFB with responses due September 23, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time through the SWIFT Supplier Portal.

Targeted group businesses, economically disadvantaged businesses, and veteran-owned businesses certified by the State receive a 12 percent preference in points. DEED and DHS eligible providers receive a 6 percent preference. The solicitation encourages participation from small businesses and certified minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses located in Minnesota or economically disadvantaged counties.

The procurement specifies two line items: 57 units of adult-size Enchroma California color enhancement glasses (or DNR-approved alternate) and 57 units of youth-size Enchroma Skypark color enhancement glasses for ages 8 and older (or DNR-approved alternate). Delivery is ground-shipped to DNR Parks and Trails Division at 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, Minnesota, with delivery required by September 28, 2026.

The estimated contract value ranges from $20,000 to $40,000 for the initial one-year term, though this figure is not binding. The State reserves the right to extend the contract for up to one additional year in increments determined by the State and to award to single or multiple vendors. Bidders' offers remain firm for 90 days pending State acceptance or rejection.

Evaluation is based on pricing submitted for each size category. Questions must be submitted in writing to Jeeneng.vang@state.mn.us no later than September 23, 2026 at 2:00 PM CT, with responses provided via addendum. Responses must be submitted electronically through the Supplier Portal; non-electronic and email submissions will not be accepted. Contact with State personnel other than the designated Buyer may result in rejection.