Minnesota Supplier Systems #R2901-2000018185

Award for Buckthorn Removal at Waukenabo State Forest by Minnesota DNR

This award summary covers the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' contract for buckthorn removal at Waukenabo State Forest: - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), DNR Construction & Services - Vendors and OEMs: - Awarded vendor: Prairie Restorations Inc. (Princeton, MN) - Other licensed vendors mentioned: Native Resource Preservation LLC, Minnesota Native Landscapes Inc. (MNL), Kanati Land Management LLC - Products/Services Requested: - Hand/wand herbicide treatment for buckthorn removal on 26.5 acres - All labor, materials, tools, transportation, equipment, and taxes included - Notable Requirements: - All applicators must hold a valid commercial pesticide applicator license recognized by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MN Category A, plus J, or equivalent) - Proof of licensure required with bid submission - No subcontracting permitted; all work must be performed by licensed personnel - Compliance with insurance and all special terms - Electronic bid submission required - Award Details: - Total contract value: $22,631 for 26.5 acres ($854 per acre) - Place of Performance and Delivery: - Waukenabo State Forest, Aitkin County, MN - Delivery location: DNR for Aitkin, 1200 Minnesota Ave S, Aitkin, MN 56431-7402

Description

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for the hand/wand herbicide treatment of buckthorn on 26.5 acres at Waukenabo State Forest in Aitkin County. The project requires licensed applicators recognized by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. All bids must be submitted electronically through the Swift Portal by April 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT. The award will be made to the lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications and terms. The bid price per acre must include all costs such as labor, materials, tools, transportation, equipment, and taxes necessary for project completion.

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