New Replacement parts D4 Cat

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking procurement of new replacement parts and installation services for D4 Dozer tracks through an electronic solicitation in the SWIFT portal. The specific procurement involves acquiring replacement components including 70 shoe turns, 2 master shoes, 280 track bolts, 280 track nuts, 8 master link bolts, 2 link assemblies, 4 master links, and 2 sprocket segments, with associated labor for installation. Responses must be submitted electronically by December 9, 2024 at 2:00 PM Central Time, with anticipated delivery required by January 17, 2025 to the DNR MR R2 NE Region facility in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. The contract term is expected to run from December 9, 2024 through December 8, 2025, with potential for extension. Evaluation will be conducted by DNR, which reserves the right to determine vendor compliance with specifications, and only one purchase order will be issued per vendor. Payment will be made after complete receipt and approval of all items, with no partial payments permitted.

The solicitation includes several set-aside and preference provisions to support diverse businesses, specifically offering a 12% preference for certified targeted group businesses, economically disadvantaged businesses, and veteran-owned enterprises. Minnesota-based small businesses, businesses owned by minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans receive special consideration, with a Veteran-Owned Preference Form providing a 6% preference for certified veteran-owned small businesses. Vendors must be located within 75-100 miles of the DNR facility in Grand Rapids and will be required to maintain specific insurance coverages, including $2 million in Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates a focus on competitive pricing and value. The contract includes comprehensive warranty requirements where the vendor is responsible for inspections, adjustments, parts, labor, travel, and delivery charges related to potential equipment failures during the warranty period.