Motorola XTS 1500 Batteries for MCF Moose Lake

The Minnesota Department of Corrections is issuing a Request for Bid (RFB) to procure 200 Motorola XTS 1500 Batteries (OEM Part Number: NTN9857C) or approved equals for the Moose Lake Correctional Facility. The batteries must meet specific technical specifications including 7.5V voltage, 2500mAh capacity, Intrinsically Safe NiMH chemistry, C1D1 classification, and precise dimensional requirements (2.37" length, 0.96" width, 4.86" height, 0.5 lbs weight). All equipment must be tested and certified by an OSHA-recognized testing laboratory (UL, TUV, CSA, or equivalent) in accordance with OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.7. Delivery is required to the MCF-Moose Lake Warehouse at 1000 Lakeshore Drive, Moose Lake, Minnesota by June 26, 2026, on an FOB Destination basis with freight charges prepaid and included in the unit price. The bidding period runs from April 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM to April 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM, with all responses to be submitted through the SWIFT Supplier Portal. Questions or clarifications must be submitted in writing to Amenda K. Rutherford (Amenda.K.Rutherford@state.mn.us, 651/539-6278) no later than two days before the bid deadline. The award will be made on an "all or none" basis, requiring the successful bidder to supply all 200 units. Pricing must be quoted in US Dollars on a unit basis with extension totals, with unit price prevailing in case of discrepancy. The contract effective date is April 30, 2026, or upon receipt of all required signatures, with delivery required within 6 weeks of order receipt and contract expiration on June 30, 2026.

Targeted group businesses, economically disadvantaged businesses, and veteran-owned businesses certified by the State receive a preference of 12% of total available points, while DEED/DHS eligible providers receive 6% preference. Small Minnesota-based businesses meeting the state's Small Business Procurement Program criteria are encouraged to apply and may be contacted by the Office of Equity in Procurement for certification information. Distributor and manufacturer representatives must provide authorization documentation from the Original Equipment Manufacturer or be listed as authorized on the OEM's website. Responders must comply with environmental purchasing preferences regarding recycled materials and are prohibited from supplying goods containing triclosan, coal tar, polybrominated diphenyl ethers, or intentionally added PFAS. No incumbent vendors are identified in the available documentation. All equipment must be new, original equipment manufacturer products with complete product documentation, technical specifications, and user manuals provided at no cost to the State. Responder offers remain firm for 90 days following submission. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the solicitation materials.