Opportunity
Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018557
Minnesota DNR Solicits Lithium Battery Retrofit Kits and Installation for TrackChair ST22
Posted
July 30, 2026
Respond By
August 08, 2026
Identifier
2000018557
NAICS
423690, 811219
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking bids for the supply and installation of lithium battery retrofit kits for TrackChair ST22 mobility chairs at nine state park locations. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Products and Services Requested: - Ten (10) lithium battery retrofit kits for TrackChair ST22 units (or DNR-approved equivalents) - Each kit includes: - 2 X2 Power lithium batteries (125ah 12v heated series 27) - 1 X2 Power battery charger with mounting plate - 1 inhibit box (prevents drive capability when charging) - Lithium battery safety sign-off form - Joystick/motor controller programming changes for lithium battery life readout - Labor to install all 10 retrofit kits across nine park locations - OEMs and Vendors: - X2 Power (manufacturer of lithium batteries and chargers specified in kits) - No other specific OEMs or vendors are named; DNR will accept equivalent products if approved - Notable Requirements: - Bidders must be the OEM or an authorized dealer (documentation required) - Compliance with Minnesota's diversity and inclusion goals - Adherence to state environmental product restrictions (e.g., PFAS, triclosan) - Prompt payment discount options - All bids must be submitted electronically via the Minnesota Supplier Portal - Estimated contract value: $24,000 to $30,000 - Contract includes both product supply and installation services
Description
The State of Minnesota, through its Department of Natural Resources, is soliciting bids for the purchase and installation of ten (10) TrackChair ST22 lithium battery retrofit kits or DNR approved equal. The contractor will provide parts, service, and labor to upgrade ten TrackChair ST22 chairs to lithium batteries at nine park locations as specified in Exhibit C of the contract. Responses must be submitted electronically via the Supplier Portal by August 8, 2026, 2:00 PM CT. Questions must be submitted in writing by August 3, 2026, 2:00 PM CT.