New Water Hauler Trailer or approved Eq

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is requesting bids for a one-time purchase of one new Loadem Up Water Tank Trailer, Model # LTEC or approved equal, with responses due August 31, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. CDT through the SWIFT electronic portal. Targeted group businesses, economically disadvantaged businesses, and veteran-owned businesses certified by the State receive a preference equal to 12 percent of total available points; DEED/DHS eligible providers receive 6 percent preference.

The trailer must meet detailed specifications including overall dimensions of approximately 195 inches long by 75 inches wide by 98 inches high, maximum GVWR of 13,000 pounds, tandem 6,000-pound EZ-Lube axles with electric brakes, 850 to 999-gallon elliptical polyethylene tank, Honda WB20 water pump with GX120 engine providing minimum 164 GPM pumping capacity, and rear-mounted manual steel hose reel with 30–40 feet of hose. All specifications are for new items. Vendors must be authorized dealers or resellers for the equipment and provide either evidence of OEM authorization on the manufacturer's website or a signed OEM authorization letter for the specific product.

Delivery is to the DNR facility at 1200 Warner Road, St. Paul, Minnesota by December 30, 2026, with FOB Destination terms and shipping costs included in the contract price. The contract is effective August 31, 2026, and expires August 30, 2027. Payment is made only after all items have been received and approved, with no partial payments accepted. The vendor receives one purchase order only; the DNR will issue no additional orders per vendor. Responder offers remain firm for 90 days. The vendor is responsible for all warranty work, inspections, adjustments, parts, labor, and delivery charges during the one-year warranty period commencing upon full inspection and payment approval. Questions are due August 28, 2026 and should be directed to Kyle Brent Ballantyne at 651-259-5468 or Kyle.Ballantyne@state.mn.us. Responders must submit Attachments A, C, and D and all specified documentation through SWIFT; failure to upload all required attachments may result in disqualification.