NDPR Bridge Kit

North Dakota Parks and Recreation is soliciting bids for a prefabricated aluminum bridge kit to be delivered to Cross Ranch State Park in Nelson County. The procurement is structured as an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for one bridge kit equivalent to the Rolling Barge ATV and Trail Bridge with specific technical requirements. The bridge must have a 72' span, 7' width, be constructed of aluminum 6061 T6, feature no welded connections, and weigh a maximum of 3,500 lbs. The bid response deadline is July 9, 2025, with a public bid opening scheduled for July 10, 2025, at 10:00 am. Detailed bid requirements include submission of engineering reports, bridge stake kits, and liftgate delivery options, with individual bridge part weight limited to 30 pounds and maximum part length of 100 inches. Bidders must complete a comprehensive bid response form, provide warranty information, and confirm delivery capabilities. The procurement emphasizes an all-or-none award with firm-fixed pricing for the contract period.

The solicitation demonstrates a preference for North Dakota resident bidders and includes provisions for tax-exempt purchasing, with invoicing directed to the Liberty Memorial Building in Bismarck. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bid documents suggest a competitive procurement process open to qualified vendors. The bridge must be delivered to Cross Ranch State Park at 1403 River Road Center, ND 58530, with a minimum delivery timeline of 30 days from the award date. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the detailed technical specifications indicate a substantial investment in infrastructure improvement for the state park system. The procurement appears focused on acquiring a high-quality, specialized bridge kit that meets precise engineering and logistical requirements, suggesting potential award values commensurate with the technical complexity of the project.