MnDOT Construction & Innovative Contracting Pop-up

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) Office of Construction & Innovative Contracting is seeking to procure two (2) Pop-Up Network 5G CP1900-3YR Essentials Dual Modem5G devices, including 5G/LTE device setup and configuration, Network Operations Center (NOC) setup and activation, and a prepaid 3-year NOC term. This is a one-time, all-or-none procurement opportunity covering Ramsey County and St. Paul City jurisdictions. Vendors must submit their responses through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by 4:00 pm Central Time on March 25, 2024, with a required delivery date of March 31, 2024. The contract will run from March 2024 to June 2024, with a potential one-month extension. Bidders must complete and attach Attachments A, B, C, and D to their response and enter pricing directly into the SWIFT Supplier Portal at the unit line level. Responses must meet the detailed specifications outlined in Exhibit C, which covers the technical requirements for the 5G devices and associated services.

The state encourages participation from diverse businesses, offering a 12% preference for eligible targeted group (TG), economically disadvantaged (ED), and veteran-owned (VO) businesses. Brokers are explicitly not permitted to respond to this solicitation, and the awarded vendor will serve as the single point of contact for warranty work. The procurement process prioritizes businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and those with substantial physical disabilities. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the contract requires all pricing to be in United States currency with net 30-day payment terms and prices that include all fees, duties, permits, licenses, taxes, and other associated costs. Pricing must be submitted with a separate line item for freight, and delivery is expected ASAP after order receipt, with all prices FOB Destination. Vendors needing assistance with registration or portal navigation can contact the SWIFT Helpline at 651-201-8100, Option 1.