Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspection Services (RFP)

Aquatic Invasive Species watercraft inspection and decontamination procedures have been identified in the Dakota County AIS Plan. Dakota County has entered into a Delegation Agreement with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR) for watercraft inspections. To prevent the spread of AIS within Dakota County, the County desires MN DNR-certified Level 1 watercraft inspection services on the following boat launches Lake Marion boat launch at Casperson Park (Lakeville), Orchard Lake boat launch at Orchard Lake Park (Lakeville), Crystal Lake boat launch at Crystal Lake Park (Burnsville), Lake Byllesby boat launch at Lake Byllesby Regional Park (Randolph Township). For additional information please contact Katie Pata, Water Resources Specialist, AIS Program Manager, Katie.Pata@co.dakota.mn.us 952-891-7117. Questions regarding this RFP must be submitted by email and must be received no later than Feb. 11, 2026 at 4 p.m. CST. This solicitation has some or all Local funding, additional requirements may apply. Locations Following boat launches Lake Marion boat launch at Casperson Park (Lakeville), Orchard Lake boat launch at Orchard Lake Park (Lakeville), Crystal Lake boat launch at Crystal Lake Park (Burnsville), Lake Byllesby boat launch at Lake Byllesby Regional Park (Randolph Township).