Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018566

Minnesota DNR Solicits Statewide Phragmites Treatment Using Aquatic Herbicides

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking bids for the statewide treatment of non-native Phragmites (Phragmites australis subsp. australis) at 604 sites, organized into seven bid groups across Minnesota. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Aquatic Invasive Species Management Program - Scope of Work: - Treatment of non-native Phragmites at 604 sites, totaling over 138 acres, divided into seven geographic bid groups - Includes all labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, herbicides, and incidentals - Contractors must be licensed pesticide applicators and provide equipment suitable for terrestrial, wetland, boat-based, or drone-based application - Drone-based applications require FAA UAS registration, FAA Part 107 certificate, MN DOT Aeronautics registration, and MN Pesticide Applicator License with Category B - Products/Services Requested: - Aquatic formulation of imazapyr herbicide (primary for most applications) - Aquatic formulation of glyphosate herbicide (for backpack or handheld sprayer sites) - Site visit and treatment services for each location - Drone-based herbicide application for designated sites - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with environmental and safety regulations - Detailed treatment reporting and site visit documentation - All costs must be included in unit pricing - Awards may be made by item, group, or total, to the lowest responsible bidder - Emphasis on diversity and inclusion goals - OEMs Highlighted: - Imazapyr and glyphosate herbicide manufacturers (e.g., BASF, Corteva, Syngenta, Bayer) - Estimated contract value likely in the low to mid six-figure range, depending on acreage and service complexity

Description

The Department of Natural Resources of Minnesota is soliciting bids for the treatment of non-native Phragmites across multiple sites in the state. The work includes all labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, herbicides, and incidentals necessary for treatment using aquatic formulations of imazapyr or glyphosate herbicides. The project is divided into seven bid groups covering 604 sites statewide. Responses must be submitted electronically through the Swift Portal, including a completed Price Schedule attachment. The solicitation is a sealed event with a response deadline of August 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT.

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