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Dakota County·Minnesota

Watercraft Inspection

Closes 2/23/2026$80k – $150kRequest for Proposal
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Dakota County seeks a qualified consulting firm to provide comprehensive aquatic invasive species (AIS) watercraft inspection services at four county boat launches for the 2026 fishing season. The contractor will recruit, train, and certify inspectors, manage daily operations, operate a high‑pressure decontamination unit, and deliver required reporting while ensuring all digital deliverables meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility standards. • Recruit and certify MN DNR Level 1 (inspection) and Level 2 (decontamination) inspectors, supply uniforms and digital devices. • Provide coverage Friday‑Sunday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (including Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day) at four launch sites, record data in the MN DNR system, and operate the Landa ECOS 7000 unit at Lake Byllesby. • Submit bi‑weekly status updates, an end‑of‑season WCAG‑compliant report, and maintain required insurance, record‑keeping, and compliance with county policies.

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Contact

Katie Pata(Water Resources Specialist, AIS Program Manager)

[email protected]

(952) 891-7117

Key dates

Opened
1/23/2026
Questions due
2/11/2026
Closes
2/23/2026
Projected award
3/3/2026
Duration
4 months

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Environmental Services
NAICS
541620

Budget estimate

$80,000 – $150,000

Based on a 4‑month service window (≈ 17 weeks) with roughly 102 inspection hours per week across four sites, the contract will require about 1,700 – 1,800 staff hours plus management and reporting time. Assuming an average blended rate of $75 – $90 per hour, total labor costs could range from $130,000 to $160,000. Adding allowable direct expenses (travel, supplies, uniform costs) might push the ceiling to $180,000. Therefore, a reasonable estimate for the award value is $80,000 – $150,000, reflecting variability in staffing levels, overtime, and expense claims.

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