Minnesota Supplier Systems #2026-844

Prescribed Rotational Goat Grazing Services for Rush Creek Woods WMA

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking a contractor to provide prescribed rotational goat grazing services at the Rush Creek Woods Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Fillmore County. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources - Contact: Susan K Crapser - Scope of Work: - Prescribed rotational goat grazing on approximately 32 acres of bluff prairie and oak savanna - Targeted reduction of woody vegetation (buckthorn, honeysuckle, sumac, prickly ash, aspen, dogwood, raspberries) - Contractor to supply 60-80 meat goats (Boer, Boer-cross, Spanish, Kiko, Savanna breeds preferred) - Includes all labor, livestock, husbandry, portable electric fencing, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals - Mobilization of goats, installation and maintenance of fencing, and daily grazing services - Requirements: - Herd Detail Form specifying goat breed, size, and ages - Animal Welfare Certification (compliance with animal welfare laws) - Vendor Qualification Form (minimum two years' experience with remote site goat grazing and references) - Emphasis on diversity and inclusion; Minnesota-based small businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to participate - Award to lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications - Notable Details: - Grazing season up to 147 days - All responses must be submitted electronically via the SWIFT Supplier Portal - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a service-based procurement involving livestock and agricultural services.

Description

The Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for labor, livestock, husbandry, fencing, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals necessary for prescribed rotational goat grazing on approximately 32 acres of bluff prairie and adjacent oak savanna in the Rush Creek Woods Wildlife Management Area in Fillmore County. The project aims to reduce woody vegetation encroaching on the habitat, targeting species such as buckthorn, prickly ash, honeysuckle, aspen, dogwood, sumac, and raspberries. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Swift Portal by May 8, 2026. The award will be made to the lowest responsible vendor meeting specifications and terms.

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