Opportunity
Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018506
Prescribed Goat Grazing Services for Invasive Shrub Control at Myre-Big Island State Park
Posted
August 07, 2026
Respond By
August 18, 2026
Identifier
2000018506
NAICS
115210
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking prescribed goat grazing services at Myre-Big Island State Park to manage invasive shrubs in oak savanna and woodland areas. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Project location: Myre-Big Island State Park, Freeborn County, Albert Lea, MN - Scope of Work: - Mobilization of 60-80 goats to the site - Installation and maintenance of fencing for up to 3 paddocks - Daily grazing operations, including watering, herd monitoring, and incidentals - Services to cover approximately 33 acres at two park locations - Products/Services Requested: - Mobilization of goats (flat rate) - Paddock fencing installation and maintenance (per paddock) - Daily grazing services (up to 75 days) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Bidders must provide all labor, livestock, equipment, materials, and transportation - All costs must be included in unit pricing - Strict adherence to DNR specifications and event attachments - Award to lowest responsible vendor meeting all requirements - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation.
Description
This solicitation is for prescribed goat grazing services at Myre Big Island. The scope includes mobilization of 60-80 goats, installation and maintenance of fencing for paddocks, and daily grazing services including watering and herd monitoring. The award will be made to the lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications and terms. Responses must be submitted electronically through the Swift Portal by the specified deadline.