Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018706

Minnesota DNR seeks color enhancing glasses for Park and Trails Division

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Park and Trails Division, is seeking bids for color enhancing glasses to support accessibility in state parks. - Government Buyer: - State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Park and Trails Division - OEMs and Vendors: - Enchroma (explicitly named as OEM) - Alternate OEMs permitted if approved by DNR - Products Requested: - 57 units of Adult Size Color Enhancement Glasses - Enchroma California or DNR Approved Alternate - Features: hypoallergenic acetate frame, 5-barrel steel hinges, sculpted saddle bridge nose pads, 100% UV protection, non-prescription Deutan lens (boosts greens, normalizes red to green ratio), frame color black, outdoor Deutan lens - 57 units of Youth Size Color Enhancement Glasses (age 8+) - Enchroma Skypark or DNR Approved Alternate - Features: G850 bio-based material frame (strong, lightweight), 100% UV protection, non-prescription Deutan lens, frame color black, outdoor Deutan lens - Delivery Location: - DNR facility in St. Paul, MN - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with product specifications - Alternate products must be pre-approved by DNR - Distributors must be authorized by OEM or provide proof of authorization - Electronic submission required via SWIFT Supplier Portal - Prompt pay discount options encouraged - Adherence to Minnesota's diversity and inclusion goals - Delivery timeframe after receipt of order must be specified by bidders - Estimated Contract Value: - $20,000 to $40,000 - Period of Performance: - Contract term from September to December, with option to extend up to one additional year - Competing Products: - Alternate color enhancing glasses for color blindness from other OEMs (if approved by DNR) - Primary Competitors: - Companies manufacturing color enhancing glasses for color blindness (e.g., Pilestone, Colorlite, Vino Optics)

Description

The State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for the purchase of color enhancing glasses for the Park and Trails Division. The procurement includes adult size Enchroma California glasses or DNR approved alternates and youth size Enchroma Skypark glasses (age 8+) or DNR approved alternates, with quantities of 57 units each. The glasses are to be delivered to St Paul, MN. The contract term is anticipated from September 2026 to December 2026, with an option to extend up to an additional year. Responses must be submitted via the SWIFT Supplier Portal by September 23, 2026, 2:00 PM CDT.

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