Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018247

Minnesota DNR Solicits Modular Temporary Vehicle Bridge System for Timber and Emergency Access

The State of Minnesota is seeking proposals for a modular, relocatable temporary vehicle bridge system for the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), primarily for timber harvesting and emergency vehicle access. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Department of Administration, Office of State Procurement (Admin/State Procurement) - Department of Natural Resources (DNR), including DNR Finland Forestry and Bridge Engineering - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) modular, relocatable, temporary vehicle bridge system - Minimum clear span: 34 feet - Clear roadway width: 14 feet - No in-stream supports (clear-span design) - Modular for redeployment at multiple forest stream crossings - Suitable for transport on legal highway trailers - Includes all connection hardware, reusable abutments, approach mats or ramps - Materials: Structural steel (ASTM A588/A709) or pressure-treated timber - Must comply with AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications (HL-93 loading) - Minnesota PE-sealed load rating analysis for various vehicle types - Includes sealed calculations, drawings, and operations/maintenance manual - Services: - Design, fabrication, and delivery of the bridge system - On-site training for up to ten DNR staff and contractors (assembly, disassembly, inspection, storage, safety) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Bridge must be modular, relocatable, and suitable for repeated redeployment - Must be assembled/disassembled with conventional equipment - Strict compliance with engineering and safety standards - Delivery to DNR Finland Forestry, 6686 Hwy 1, Finland, MN 55603 - Responders must provide references for similar projects and, if not the OEM, proof of authorization - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to qualified manufacturers and authorized dealers - Estimated contract value: $40,000–$80,000 - Contract term: One year with up to four additional option years

Description

The State of Minnesota is seeking proposals to establish a contract for one modular, relocatable, temporary vehicle bridge system for the Department of Natural Resources. The bridge system must be suitable for timber harvesting operations and emergency vehicle access, capable of being redeployed at multiple forest stream crossings across the state, and stored between uses. The contractor must provide operational equipment meeting detailed specifications, including design, fabrication, delivery, and training. Responses must be submitted electronically via the Supplier Portal by May 19, 2026, and questions are due by May 7, 2026.

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