Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018108

Minnesota DNR Procurement of Three Airboat Packages with Motors and Trailers

This opportunity involves the State of Minnesota's procurement of three complete airboat packages for the Department of Natural Resources (DNR): - Government Buyer - State of Minnesota, Department of Administration, Office of State Procurement (Admin/State Procurement) - End user: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - OEMs and Vendors - Highlighted OEMs: Patriot Airboats (airboats), Marine Power (6.6 Direct Injected LT 525HP motors) - State-approved equivalents from other manufacturers are allowed - Products/Services Requested - Three (3) complete airboat packages, each including: - Patriot Airboat 18’ x 8’ 2” (or approved equivalent) - Marine Power 6.6 Direct Injected LT 525HP motor (or approved equivalent) - Galvanized trailer (2026 or newer, sized for boat and motor) - Equipment training and orientation (8 hours for 2 people, on-water) - Product Details and Quantities - 3 airboats, 3 motors, 3 trailers (all matching specifications) - Features include welded aluminum hull, OD Green color, Garmin GPS, safety equipment, and ultra-quiet 3-blade composite propeller - Trailers must meet Minnesota and Federal regulations, include tandem axles, LED lighting, brakes, and spare tire - Unique or Notable Requirements - Alternative makes/models must meet or exceed specified quality, style, and performance - All installation and mounting included in package price (no separate fees) - Minimum warranties: 1 year for boats/trailers, 2 years for motors - Compliance with Minnesota diversity and inclusion initiatives - Prompt pay discount options encouraged - Delivery to DNR locations in Bemidji and St. Paul, MN - All responses submitted electronically via Supplier Portal - Responders must be OEMs, authorized distributors, or manufacturers' representatives - Required documentation: price schedule, declarations, equal pay/workforce forms, product documentation

Description

The State of Minnesota is soliciting proposals to provide three (3) Patriot Airboats measuring 18’x 8’ 2”, each equipped with a Marine Power 6.6 Direct Injected LT 525HP motor and galvanized trailer, or state-approved equivalents, for the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). This is a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) requiring electronic submission via the Supplier Portal by April 13, 2026. The contract term is anticipated from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027, with an option to extend up to 48 months. Responders must submit a completed price schedule and comply with all specifications and terms outlined in the solicitation documents.

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