Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018634

Minnesota Solicits Native Seeds and Seed Mixes for Conservation and Restoration Projects

The State of Minnesota is seeking suppliers for native seeds and native seed mixes to support conservation, restoration, and specialty projects for multiple state agencies and Cooperative Purchasing Venture (CPV) members. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota, Commissioner of Administration, Office of State Procurement - Primary users include Department of Natural Resources, Board of Water & Soil Resources, Pollution Control Agency, Department of Transportation, University of Minnesota, Minnesota State, Soil and Water Conservation Districts, and CPV members - Products/Services Requested: - Wide range of native seeds (individual species) and standard/custom native seed mixes - Standard mixes include prairie, wetland, woodland, pollinator, solar, and specialty conservation blends - Individual species seeds listed with part numbers and estimated quantities (e.g., Big Bluestem, Little Bluestem, Indian Grass, Butterfly Weed, etc.) - Cover crop seeds (e.g., Oats, Winter Wheat, Garden Pea) - Pricing required per pound or per acre, with custom mixes calculated per species - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Minnesota Department of Agriculture seed permits and regulations - Local ecotype sourcing and strict seed quality standards - No invasive or undesirable species; robust quality assurance protocols - Yellow Tag-certified seed status must be clearly identified - Packaging and labeling must meet state guidelines - Suppliers may propose pricing for any or all items using the provided price schedule - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified suppliers meeting requirements - Contract Details: - Initial term of two years with option to extend up to 36 additional months - Firm pricing required; responses submitted electronically via SWIFT Supplier Portal

Description

This is a formal request for proposal (RFP) to receive responses and award contracts for providing native seeds and seed mixes for conservation, restoration, and other projects for Minnesota state agencies and Cooperative Purchasing Venture (CPV) members. The primary users include Minnesota DNR, BWSR, MPCA, MnDOT, University of Minnesota, MNSCU, SWCDs, and CPV members. The contract term is from November 2026 through October 2028, with an option to extend up to 36 months. Responses must be submitted electronically through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by September 16, 2026.

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