MnDOT Hampton Truck Station Salt Shed Lumber

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is requesting bids on treated lumber for repairs to the Hampton Truck Station Salt Shed under RFB SWIFT Event# 2000018516, with bids due August 4, 2026 at 2:42 p.m. CST. Eligible Targeted Group, Economically Disadvantaged, and Veteran-Owned businesses certified by the State receive a 12% preference in points; DEED/DHS eligible providers receive 6% preference.

The scope comprises 675 units of treated 2x6-16' tongue and groove, grade 1 Southern Yellow Pine, and 75 units of treated 2x6-16' Southern Yellow Pine A.G. lumber. All materials must be new, of current manufacturer production, and formally announced as commercially available. Contractors must not provide goods containing triclosan, coal tar, polybrominated diphenyl ethers, or intentionally added PFAS. Delivery to the Hastings Truck Station (951 East 21st Street, Hastings, Minnesota) must occur by August 19, 2026 via ground transportation on a FOB Destination basis with freight prepaid and allowed. No deliveries are permitted on state holidays, Saturdays, Sundays, or after 3:00 p.m. on weekdays without prior approval. Contractors must notify delivery coordinator Timothy Smitley at (651) 775-0347 at least 72 hours prior to delivery.

The estimated contract value is approximately $25.5 million to $30 million. The contract is effective August 5, 2026 through August 30, 2026, with an option to extend up to one additional month by duly executed amendment. Pricing must be submitted on a unit price basis in U.S. dollars on a FOB Destination basis, with all inherent costs including freight included in quoted prices. Payment terms are Net 30 days from receipt of an undisputed invoice or merchandise delivery, whichever is later. Bid prices must remain firm for 90 days from submission unless accepted or rejected. Questions are due July 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. CST to Michael Brainard at michael.brainard@state.mn.us. All responses must be submitted electronically through the SWIFT Supplier Portal only; fax, email, and printed responses will not be accepted.