Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018603

Solicitation for Custom Greenhouse Structure for MnROAD Buckling Study (MnDOT)

This opportunity from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) seeks bids for a specialized greenhouse structure to support the MnROAD Buckling Test section. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) - Research Scientist office (Michael Wallace), and procurement contact (Jessie Cash) - Products Requested: - One 20 ft x 96 ft gothic style greenhouse structure with 6 ft sidewalls - Hip rail system: double aluminum channel with spring wire and splice plates - End-wall steel components: 2" x 2" square tube, metal framing kit, ell brackets, fasteners - Plastic coverings: two pieces for end-walls (16' x 22'), one main covering (44' x 98'), roll-up-side material - Greenhouse felt tape: 13 rolls, 1.5" wide, 48 ft each - Entrance door: 36" x 80" white personnel door with lockset and wind spring - Ventilation: two 30" aluminum shutters with solar wax tube openers, roll bar system, gear box, crank handle, anti-billow rope system, aluminum channels - Freight (delivery only, no installation) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or part numbers are named; alternate makes/models meeting specifications are acceptable, subject to MnDOT approval - Unique Requirements: - Structure must fully enclose the test section and be compatible with temporary concrete barriers - All-or-none, one-time purchase; no installation required - Product documentation and warranty information must be provided upon request - Encourages participation from small, minority, women, veteran, and economically disadvantaged businesses - Responses must be submitted online via the SWIFT Supplier Portal - Notable Technical Details: - Detailed material and component specifications for greenhouse and accessories - Climate-controlled environment required for temperature and humidity monitoring - Contract term may extend up to three additional months if needed

Description

This solicitation is for the purchase of a greenhouse structure or MnDOT approved equal to provide a climate-controlled environment for the MnROAD Buckling Test section. The structure must enclose the entire test section with adequate access points and be compatible with temporary concrete barriers for stabilization and security. No installation is required, and freight costs are to be added. Responses must be submitted online through the SWIFT Supplier Portal before the deadline, and responders must attach Declarations (Attachments A-C) for consideration.

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