Opportunity
Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018500
Minnesota DNR Solicits Lodging and Banquet Services for Forestry Instructor Workshop
Posted
July 14, 2026
Respond By
July 22, 2026
Identifier
2000018500
NAICS
721110, 722320, 561520
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking bids for lodging and banquet services to support a Forestry Instructor Workshop in Grand Rapids, MN. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Event contact: Sheri A. Karpenko - Products/Services Requested: - Single occupancy lodging for up to 50 attendees for three nights - Banquet room with dinner for one night for 50 attendees - Meeting rooms, breakout rooms, exhibitor/vendor area, registration area - Includes tables, chairs, AV equipment, Wi-Fi, and electrical access - Catering: breakfast, lunch, dinner, morning/afternoon breaks, all-day beverage service - Parking for attendees (price per day per car) - Shuttle service if event spaces and parking are not within one-quarter mile - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Facility must be clean, well maintained, and located within Grand Rapids, MN - All event spaces and parking must be within one-quarter mile or shuttle service provided at no extra cost - Facility must provide most recent health inspection report upon request; State reserves right to inspect - Bidders must submit a completed price schedule including all taxes, service fees, and gratuity - Strict compliance with specifications and Minnesota state contract terms (e.g., no automatic renewals, substance prohibitions) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to qualified lodging and event facilities
Description
The State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is soliciting bids for single occupancy lodging for up to 50 attendees and a banquet room with dinner for one night. The event is scheduled for October 27-29, 2026, in Grand Rapids, MN. The contract term is anticipated from July 30, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Bidders must submit formal bids through the Supplier Portal by July 22, 2026, 2:00 PM CDT, and no electronic or email responses will be accepted.