Opportunity
Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018590
Minnesota DNR Solicits Single Occupancy Lodging for Conference in LaCrosse, WI
Posted
August 10, 2026
Respond By
August 18, 2026
Identifier
2000018590
NAICS
721110
This opportunity is for lodging services to support the Upper Midwest Invasive Species Conference in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Contact: Valerie Fellows, State Program Administrator Sr - Products/Services Requested: - Up to 43 single occupancy lodging rooms per night for three nights (total up to 129 room-nights) - Lodging must be within 5 miles of the LaCrosse Conference Center - Pricing must include all applicable taxes, service fees, and gratuity - Possible shuttle services if lodging, conference facility, and parking are not within a quarter mile - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with ADA, fire safety, and COVID-19 requirements - Firm pricing; payment after services are received and approved - Adherence to Minnesota's diversity and inclusion goals - Lodging provider must exclude incidental charges from State payment - All responses must be submitted electronically via the SWIFT portal - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified lodging providers in LaCrosse, WI - Period of Performance: - Lodging services required for three nights during the conference; contract term extends from late August through end of December to cover all obligations
Description
The State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is soliciting bids for single occupancy lodging for up to 43 attendees for three nights from October 5-8, 2026. The lodging must be within 5 miles of the LaCrosse Conference Center in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, and must meet the specifications detailed in the attached sample contract exhibits. All responses must be submitted electronically through the SWIFT portal by August 18, 2026. The contract term is anticipated from August 24, 2026 to December 31, 2026, with payment made after all services are received and approved.