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Minnesota DNR Solicits Bud Capping Services for 4,227.9 Acres in Northwest Region

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking contractors to provide bud capping services for conifer seedlings across 4,227.9 acres in the Northwest Region of Minnesota. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Northwest Region - Scope of Work: - Attach bud caps to conifer seedlings under 5 feet tall - Total coverage: 4,227.9 acres, divided into 277 tracts across 11 counties - Five bid groups: Bemidji (865.8 acres), Park Rapids (1,316.6 acres), Backus (905.4 acres), Warroad (949.1 acres), State Parks (191 acres) - Contractors must provide all labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals - Products/Services Requested: - Bud capping services (no specific OEMs or proprietary products required) - Application of bud caps of specified sizes to seedlings - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on safety, invasive species prevention, and environmental compliance - Bidders must submit a Qualification Form and a Workforce and Equal Pay Declaration Form - Award may be made by item, group, or total, to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications - All costs, including labor, materials, and taxes, must be included in the unit price - Encouragement of participation from small businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities - No specific OEMs or named vendors are required or referenced in the solicitation

Description

The Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, incidentals, and all else necessary to attach bud caps to seedlings across approximately 4,227.9 acres divided into five bid groups in the Northwest Region of Minnesota. The project covers multiple tracts throughout 11 counties and includes areas such as Bemidji, Park Rapids, Backus, Warroad, and State Parks. Responses must be submitted electronically through the Swift Portal by August 11, 2026. The award will be made to the lowest responsible vendor meeting all specifications and terms.

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