Minnesota Supplier Systems #2000018807

Aitkin County forest-road right-of-way mowing services

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking a contractor to mow forest-road rights-of-way in southern Aitkin County. - Government buyer: State of Minnesota, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR); the solicitation names Barbara Swanson as a contact. - Scope: Supply labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals to mow approximately 19 miles of road rights-of-way in the Solana and Wealthwood State Forests. The estimate includes three rounds, or approximately 57 mowing miles; the State guarantees no minimum or maximum workload. - Service requirements: Mow at least 4 feet from the visible road edge, including grass, herbaceous plants, small woody brush, and trees. Both sides of a road count as one completed mile for payment, which is based on miles completed. - Equipment and qualifications: Contractors provide their own mower and tractor, identify equipment make, model, year, and specifications, and document at least 150 hours of relevant operating experience for each operator. A similar project completed as prime contractor with a value of at least $5,000 is also required. - Notable field requirements: Clean equipment before entering the site to prevent invasive-weed spread, avoid rutting and soil compaction, post public warning signs, and coordinate with the DNR Project Supervisor. - OEMs and vendors: No commercial OEM, manufacturer, or vendor is named. The contractor supplies the mowing equipment. - Price and quantity: Submit a price per mile inclusive of all required costs. The bid portal lists a quantity of 57; the underlying road network is approximately 19 miles with an estimated three rounds. - Performance: Work begins after Notice to Proceed and must be completed by the contract’s stated completion deadline. No option years or annual subscription are stated.

Description

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and incidentals to mow approximately 19 miles of road right-of-way in southern Aitkin County. The work is to continue through December 31, 2027, with no guaranteed minimum or maximum number of miles. Bids must be submitted electronically through the SWIFT Supplier Portal, and required vendor and equipment qualification forms must be included. The award is to the lowest responsible vendor meeting the specifications and solicitation terms.

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