Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018284

Minnesota DNR Solicits Single Occupancy Lodging for L-481 Forestry Training in Bemidji

This opportunity involves the State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) seeking lodging accommodations to support the L-481 Forestry Training event near Bemidji, MN. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Key contacts: Valerie Fellows (State Program Administrator, Sr.), Cassandra DeMillo (billing contact) - Products/Services Requested: - 180 single occupancy lodging room-nights required for L-481 Training - 40 single occupancy rooms per night for 5 nights (totaling 200 room-nights; solicitation specifies 180 as the minimum) - Lodging must be within 10 miles of Northwest Technical College, 905 Grant Ave, Bemidji, MN - No meals or incidental expenses included; only room charges will be paid - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Facility must be clean, well-maintained, and compliant with ADA, fire safety, and COVID-19 protocols - The State reserves the right to inspect facilities and reject bids not meeting standards - Strict adherence to Minnesota's diversity and inclusion goals - No partial payments; payment only after all rooms are provided and approved - Vendors must register and submit bids electronically via the SWIFT portal - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or named vendors; this is a service-based procurement for lodging providers - Place of Performance and Delivery: - Lodging must be within 10 miles of Northwest Technical College, Bemidji, MN - Administrative and billing contacts located in Grand Rapids, MN - Period of Performance: - Contract covers the L-481 Training event, with lodging required for June 7-12, 2026, and an overall contract window from May 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026 - Estimated Contract Value: - Based on typical government lodging rates, estimated value is $18,000 - $36,000 (assuming $100-$200 per room-night for 180 room-nights) - Competing Providers: - Local and national hotel chains, conference centers, and lodging facilities within the specified radius

Description

The State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is soliciting bids for single occupancy lodging rooms for the L-481 Training scheduled for June 7-12, 2026. The lodging must be within 10 miles of Northwest Technical College, 905 Grant Ave, Bemidji, MN. The solicitation includes detailed specifications in Exhibit C and its supplement. Vendors must submit responses electronically through the SWIFT portal and comply with all solicitation requirements. DNR will issue only one purchase order per vendor, with payment made after all items are received and approved, and no partial payments will be made.

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