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Minnesota DNR Solicits Laboratory Services for Sentinel Lakes Phytoplankton Analysis

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking specialized laboratory services to analyze phytoplankton samples for the Sentinel Lakes Program. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - DNR OMB Purchasing, St. Paul, MN - Products/Services Requested: - Laboratory analysis of up to 42 lake phytoplankton samples - Use of the Minnesota Phytoplankton Rapid Assessment Method - Identification and biovolume estimation of major algal taxa - Full species counts, percent abundance, and data export to Excel - Optional calculation of chlorophyll-a values - Delivery of results to DNR OMB Purchasing, St. Paul, MN - Quantities: - Up to 42 samples to be processed - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All work must be performed within the United States - Compliance with Minnesota's diversity and inclusion procurement goals - Preference points for targeted group, economically disadvantaged, and veteran-owned businesses - Data security and electronic submission of deliverables - Proposals must be submitted via the SWIFT Supplier Portal - No specific OEMs or laboratory vendors are named in the solicitation - Open to all qualified laboratory service providers capable of meeting technical and administrative requirements

Description

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Sentinel Lakes Program is soliciting proposals for specialized laboratory services to analyze phytoplankton samples. The work involves using the Minnesota Phytoplankton Rapid Assessment Method to identify and estimate the biovolume of major algal taxa in lake samples. The contract term is anticipated from May 2026 to May 2027, with options to extend up to four additional years. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by May 12, 2026.

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