DNR - In-Situ Data Loggers No Substitution

The State of Minnesota is seeking bids for the procurement of various in-situ data loggers designed for measuring and analyzing water conditions across Minnesota. The solicitation, identified as SWIFT Event No. 2000017669, was posted on October 24, 2025, with a response deadline of November 3, 2025. The contract, expected to run from November 5, 2025, through June 30, 2026, involves the purchase of equipment listed in Exhibit C of the contract document, with detailed specifications, pricing, and contractual terms included in the attached exhibits. Bidders are required to submit their responses exclusively through the designated Supplier Portal; electronic or email submissions will not be accepted. The process includes specific instructions for registration, questions, and bid submission, with a cutoff for inquiries set for October 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM CT, after which responses will be addressed via addendum. The contract emphasizes compliance with various procedural and technical requirements, including warranties, insurance, and adherence to specifications. It also highlights the importance of diversity and inclusion initiatives and mandates the use of secure multi-factor authentication for bid submissions. Supporting documents include responder declarations, pricing instructions, and detailed guidance on the bidding process, ensuring that respondents understand the submission procedures and contractual obligations. The overall goal is to acquire reliable, high-quality data loggers to support water monitoring efforts in Minnesota, with the State reserving the right to utilize any resulting contract to meet its water measurement and analysis needs effectively.