Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018441

Minnesota DNR Solicits 55 New Kayaks for State Parks Rental Program

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking bids for new kayaks to support its State Parks Rental Program. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Contact: Sheri Karpenko, State Program Administrator - OEMs and Vendors: - Perception (primary OEM specified) - DNR will accept equivalent models from other manufacturers if they meet or exceed specifications - Products Requested: - Total of 55 new kayaks, model year 2026 or newer - Perception Access 9.5 (17 units) - Perception Access 11.5 (19 units) - Perception High Five Youth (5 units) - Perception Rambler 13.5T (14 units) - No specific part numbers provided; detailed specs in solicitation attachments - Delivery to three Minnesota locations: Grand Rapids, New Ulm, Bemidji - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Kayaks must be new (2026 or newer), sit-on-top style, and meet detailed size, weight, and capacity specs - OEM standard warranty of at least one year required - Training manuals must be included - Environmentally responsible products required (no PFAS, triclosan, or other prohibited substances) - DNR encourages bids from small, minority, women, veteran, and economically disadvantaged businesses - Bids must be submitted electronically via the Minnesota Supplier Portal - DNR reserves the right to accept equivalent products and may award by item or location

Description

The State of Minnesota's Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for fifty-five (55) various size kayaks to be used in the Minnesota State Parks Rental Program. The kayaks must be new 2026 or newer Perception models or DNR approved equals, delivered to specified locations including Grand Rapids, New Ulm, and Bemidji. The contract term is expected from June 24, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Responses must be submitted via the Supplier Portal by June 24, 2026, and questions must be submitted by June 22, 2026.

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