Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018200

Minnesota DNR Solicits Invasive Species Spot Treatment Services in Littlefork Area

This opportunity involves the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) seeking contractors for spot treatment of invasive plant species in Koochiching County near Littlefork, MN. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Forestry, Littlefork Area Office - Scope of Work: - Spot treatment of invasive species (parsnip, spotted knapweed, common tansy) - Coverage includes approximately 41.2 miles of forest roads (about 123.5 acres) and 2.8 acres of gravel pit - Services include herbicide application using broadcast, backpack, and handheld sprayers - Service Line Items: - Highway vehicle access treatment: 113.9 acres - Off-highway vehicle access treatment: 9.6 acres - Gravel pit treatment: 2.8 acres - Requirements: - Contractors must provide all labor, materials, tools, transportation, and equipment - Minimum 2 years of experience in broadcast forest herbicide or roadside application - On-site applicators must have at least 1 year of experience - Applicators must be able to identify target invasive plants in early summer growth stage - All applicators must hold a Minnesota Department of Agriculture commercial herbicide applicator license (Category A plus G or J, or equivalent) - Proof of licensure and qualification form required with bid - Award Basis: - Lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; bidders must supply their own equipment and materials - Place of Performance and Delivery: - Koochiching County near Littlefork, MN - DNR Littlefork Area Office, 421 3rd Ave, Littlefork, MN 56653 (delivery/government facility) - Notable Details: - All bids must be submitted electronically via the SWIFT Supplier Portal - No extensions to the contract period; all work must be completed by the specified deadline

Description

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for spot treatment of invasive species across approximately 41.2 miles of forest roads covering about 123.5 acres and 2.8 acres of gravel pit in Koochiching County near Littlefork, MN. The work involves herbicide application targeting species such as parsnip, spotted knapweed, and common tansy. Bids must be submitted electronically via the SWIFT Supplier Portal by April 29, 2026. The award will be made to the lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications and terms.

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