Opportunity
Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018596
Special Inspections and Testing Services for Waterville Fish Hatchery Construction
Posted
August 17, 2026
Respond By
September 10, 2026
Identifier
2000018596
NAICS
541380
This opportunity from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) seeks qualified firms to provide Special Inspections and Testing services for the Waterville Fish Hatchery construction project. - Government Buyer: - Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - Lead Contract Officer: Julie Johansen - Office: DNR OMB PURCHASING ST PAUL - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive inspections, testing, documentation, and reporting for structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and related systems - Focus on ensuring compliance with applicable codes, project specifications, and regulatory requirements - Includes concrete testing and inspection, anchorage to concrete, structural steel, metal decking, metal fabrications, glue-laminated wood decking and trusses, firestopping, excavation and fill, and leak testing - Special inspections for FRP fabrications are not required - Weld testing is only required upon visual failure or for aluminum holding-tank welds submerged in water - Products/Services Requested: - DNR Waterville Hatchery Inspections and Testing (1 unit) - Special Inspections and Testing Services for Waterville Fish Hatchery (1 unit) - Unique Requirements: - Firms must demonstrate expertise, certifications, and capacity for long-term facility safety and performance - Emphasis on diversity and inclusion in evaluation - No specific OEMs or part numbers; this is a service-focused procurement - Period of Performance: - Initial contract term is two years, with an option to extend up to an additional two years - Some documents reference a short-term delivery window for initial services - Estimated Contract Value: - Likely range: $50,000 to $250,000, based on typical scope for similar inspection/testing services - No OEMs or product manufacturers are specified; opportunity is open to qualified service providers.
Description
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide Special Inspections and Testing services for the Waterville Fish Hatchery project. These services will ensure that all construction activities meet applicable codes, project specifications, and regulatory requirements. The selected contractor will perform inspections, testing, documentation, and reporting related to structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and other systems as required. The goal is to verify that materials, workmanship, and installed components comply with design standards and contribute to the long-term safety, functionality, and performance of the facility.