Opportunity

Minnesota Supplier Systems #R2901-2000018091

Award for Spring Aerial Seeding Services in Northern Minnesota

Posted

March 25, 2026

Respond By

April 01, 2026

Identifier

R2901-2000018091

NAICS

115112

This contract award covers spring aerial seeding services for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in Northern Minnesota. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Contact: Christine E Eck - OEMs and Vendors: - KATO AVIATION LLC (awarded vendor) - Aircraft: 1978 Bell 206-B3 helicopter (Tail Number N-606LB) - Products/Services Requested: - Spring aerial seeding service on approximately 3,313 acres across 96 sites - Includes all labor, aircraft, pilot, equipment, fuel, lubricants, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals - DNR provides the seed; vendor supplies all other resources - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Use of specified aircraft (Bell 206-B3 helicopter, N-606LB) - Proof of insurance and compliance with event terms and conditions - Electronic bid submission via Swift Portal - Delivery to DNR NE Region in Grand Rapids, MN - Completion required by end of spring season - Contract Value: - Total award: $46,348.87 - Place of Performance and Delivery: - Northern Minnesota (state and county lands) - DNR NE Region, 1201 E HWY 2, Grand Rapids, MN 55744-3244

Description

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for aerial seeding services involving labor, aircraft, operator, equipment, fuel, lubricants, materials, tools, transportation, and all necessary incidentals. The project covers approximately 3,313 acres across 96 sites in Northern Minnesota on state and county land. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Swift Portal, and the award will be made to the lowest responsible vendor meeting the specifications. The contract includes the use of a helicopter and pilot to apply DNR-provided seed.

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