TV Service: Minnesota Correctional Facility - Togo

The Minnesota Department of Administration, on behalf of the Minnesota Department of Corrections, is seeking proposals for satellite or cable TV service for the Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) located in Togo, Minnesota. The procurement involves providing television services for 17 drops, including 16 individual drops and one common area drop, with a preference for high-definition service. Deliverables include complete TV service infrastructure, including equipment installation, maintenance, channel selections, and ongoing support. Respondents must provide a comprehensive solution that includes all necessary equipment, wiring, installation, and labor, with the equipment becoming state property after installation. Key evaluation criteria will focus on acceptance of state terms and conditions, compliance with mandatory specifications, narrative responses, and pricing. Critical procurement dates include a mandatory site visit registration deadline of August 20, 2024, a questions submission deadline of August 30, 2024, and a proposal submission deadline of September 13, 2024. The contract term will be either two years (October 2024 through September 2026) with up to three one-year extension options or five years (October 2024 through September 2029) with no extension options.

The state demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion in its procurement process, encouraging proposals from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and those with substantial physical disabilities. While no specific set-aside percentages are mentioned, the procurement appears open to a wide range of qualified vendors. The estimated annual contract value ranges from $10,000 to $20,000, with pricing to be submitted through a detailed Price Schedule attachment. Respondents needing technical assistance can contact the SWIFT Vendor Assistance Helpdesk at 651.201.8100 Option 1 for registration or system navigation support. The solicitation contact is Allyson Youngquist, who can be reached at allyson.youngquist@state.mn.us for site visit registration and question submissions. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure, suggesting this may be a new or rebid service contract for the correctional facility.