Opportunity
Minnesota Supplier Systems #2026 522
Minnesota DNR Solicits Construction of Fishing Platforms and Boardwalk at Clearwater River Aquatic Management Area
Posted
March 28, 2025
Respond By
April 08, 2026
Identifier
2026 522
NAICS
238990
This opportunity involves the construction and replacement of fishing platforms and a boardwalk at the Clearwater River Aquatic Management Area in Beltrami County, Minnesota. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Primary contact: Kathryn Renae Alfred - Project Scope: - Construct two 8x10 fishing platforms using Doug-Fir No.1 AC2 pressure treated timber, helical posts (2000 lbs service load), hot-dipped galvanized steel, and corrosion-resistant connectors - Build a 60-foot wide boardwalk with Doug-Fir No.1 pressure treated timber (copper napthenate), composite decking, galvanized steel plates/hardware, and Ecosorb or approved equal applied to timber - Remove and dispose of existing fishing platforms and boardwalk offsite in accordance with regulations - Requirements: - All labor, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals included - Compliance with Minnesota prevailing wage laws and environmental best practices - Submission of solicitation bond, workforce and equal pay declaration, and qualification form - Encouragement of bids from small businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities - Delivery/Performance Locations: - Clearwater River Aquatic Management Area, Beltrami County, MN (near Pinewood) - DNR FAW Bemidji office, 2114 Bemidji Ave N., Bemidji, MN 56601 - No specific OEMs or branded products are required; materials must meet specified standards and approvals - Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications
Description
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for the construction of two 8x10 fishing platforms and a 60-inch wide boardwalk at the Clearwater River Aquatic Management Area. The project scope includes removal and offsite disposal of old platforms and existing boardwalk. Bidders must submit responses electronically through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by April 8, 2026. The award will be made to the lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications and terms.