Minnesota Supplier Systems #R2901-2000018001

Prescribed Goat Grazing Services for Invasive Shrub Control at Afton State Park, MN

This opportunity involves the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) procuring prescribed rotational goat grazing services to control invasive shrubs at Afton State Park, near Hastings, MN. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Contact: Christine E Eck - OEMs and Vendors: - Diversity Landworks LLC - Cannon Valley Graziers LLC - Products/Services Requested: - Mobilization of 70-80 goats (Kiko, Spanish, Boer Cross, DLW MN Brush breeds) to Afton State Park - Installation and maintenance of fencing for 4 paddocks - Daily grazing operations for up to 77 days, including watering, herd monitoring, and incidentals - Product and Service Line Items: - Mobilization (1 lot) - Paddock Fee (4 units) - Daily Grazing Rate (77 days) - Prescribed Goat Grazing Service (75 goats) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vendors must submit a Herd Information Form and Animal Welfare Certification - Compliance with animal welfare laws and ongoing notification of herd changes is required - All labor, livestock, equipment, materials, and incidentals must be provided by the vendor - Award is made to the lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Afton State Park, 6959 Peller Ave S, Hastings, MN 55033-9474 - Estimated Contract Value: - Based on bid data, estimated between $10,000 and $20,000 - NAICS Code: - 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction) – reflecting environmental management focus

Description

The Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for prescribed rotational goat grazing to reduce invasive shrubs at four locations comprising up to approximately 52.5 total acres at Afton State Park. The work includes labor, mobilization, livestock, husbandry, fencing, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and all else necessary for the project. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Swift Portal by the specified due date. Site visits can be arranged by contacting the Project Supervisor.

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