Opportunity
Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018025
Fabrication of Underwater Interactive Exhibit for 2026 ECO Experience – Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
March 26, 2026
April 07, 2026
2000018025
337215
This opportunity from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) seeks a qualified fabricator for a custom, semi-immersive underwater exhibit for the 2026 ECO Experience at the Minnesota State Fair. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), St. Paul, MN - Key contacts: Julie Ann Kroll, Jeff Stuhr - Products/Services Requested: - Fabrication, delivery, assembly, and disassembly of a single underwater interactive exhibit - Structure: 14x20 ft with posts, crossbeams, translucent acrylic roof panels featuring lily pad artwork - Faux lily pad stems, 3D fabric lily pad leaves, five muslin fish models, linen sheer fabric panels - Includes all construction materials, installation, and a one-year warranty on labor and materials - Quantity: 1 lot - Notable Requirements: - Exhibit must educate visitors about the Mississippi River's history and recovery - Substantial completion required before the end of June - Delivery and assembly at specified St. Paul locations - Compliance with diversity and inclusion goals - Proof of insurance required if awarded - All applicable taxes must be included in the bid price - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to all qualified fabricators - Estimated Contract Value: - Approximately $20,000 - Delivery/Performance Locations: - MPCA Resource Management/Assist Division, 520 Lafayette Rd N, St. Paul, MN 55155-4194 - 1810 Como Ave, St. Paul, MN 55108 - 1621 Randall Ave, St. Paul, MN 55018
Description
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is soliciting bids to fabricate a semi-immersive underwater marine exhibit for the 2026 ECO Experience at the Minnesota State Fair. The project involves building an interactive underwater exhibit that educates about the polluted history and recovery of the Mississippi River. The contract term is from April 2026 to September 2026, with a project completion deadline of June 30, 2026. Bidders must submit responses electronically via the SWIFT Supplier Portal by April 7, 2026, and include all applicable taxes in their pricing.