Mobile Welding Trailer

Minnesota State, specifically Minnesota North College, is seeking proposals for a custom mobile welding trailer through a Request for Proposal (RFP) numbered SRC-MNC-2025-000434-RFP. The procurement involves building, outfitting, and shipping a 53ft x 8.5ft x 13.6ft semi-trailer designed to support a full welding diploma program throughout northern Minnesota. The trailer must be comprehensively equipped with 8-10 welding booths, a cutting and grinding booth, ADA-compliant features, and robust heating and cooling systems, including specific welding equipment like Millermatic 355 and Dynasty 210 welders. Proposals are due by June 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM CDT, with an anticipated contract effective date of June 16, 2025, and a one-year term. The evaluation will be conducted by a selection committee using a 100-point scoring system, with key criteria including cost/value (50 points), respondent qualifications (20 points), response completeness (15 points), terms and conditions adherence (5 points), work plan (5 points), and accessibility (5 points).

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. The total budget for the project is strictly set at $808,000, which must cover all trailer-related costs. The trailer must demonstrate operational capability in extreme Minnesota weather conditions, ranging from 0 to 90 degrees, and include technical specifications such as shore power capabilities and generator requirements. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the procurement requires comprehensive technical integration, including specialized welding infrastructure, DOT inspection compliance, and delivery with a complete walkthrough. The trailer will also require custom wrapping and must be designed to support remote learning and comprehensive welding education across northern Minnesota's diverse geographical landscape.