MnDOT Greenhouse Structure for MnROAD Buckling Stu

Minnesota Department of Transportation is soliciting bids on a greenhouse structure for the MnROAD Buckling Test section with responses due August 27, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Central Time. Targeted Group, Economically Disadvantaged, and Veteran-Owned businesses certified by the State receive a 12% preference in scoring; eligible DEED/DHS providers receive a 6% preference. This is a one-time purchase on an all-or-none award basis.

The scope is a climate-controlled greenhouse structure sized to enclose the entire MnROAD Buckling Test section with adequate access points, compatible with temporary concrete barriers for stabilization and security. MnDOT-approved equivalents to the specified structure are acceptable. The specified structure is 20 feet by 96 feet with 6-foot sidewalls, Gothic-style construction with 1.66-inch diameter bows spaced 4 feet apart, 12-mil woven plastic coverings, roll-up side components with 13:1 gear box, two 30-inch aluminum shutters, and a 36-inch by 80-inch personnel door. No installation is required; bidders must add freight costs to pricing on an FOB Destination basis prepaid.

The contract term runs from August 31, 2026 through November 30, 2026, with an option for extension up to an additional three months at the State's discretion. Bidders must submit responses online through the SWIFT Supplier Portal and complete Responder Declarations (Attachments A–C) for consideration. Bid prices must be entered directly into SWIFT at the unit line level. Delivery must occur within the bidder's quoted lead time after order receipt, and no deliveries may occur on State holidays, Saturdays, Sundays, or after 4:00 p.m. Central Time on weekdays without prior written approval.

Building construction contractors must be registered with the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry prior to contract award. Non-Minnesota contractors are subject to an 8% withholding requirement on cumulative calendar year payments exceeding $50,000 unless exemption approval is obtained. Questions are due August 25, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. to Jessie J Cash at jessie.cash@state.mn.us. The State reserves the right to reject any or all responses and waive informalities.