MnDOT's standard delivery method of proposals/responses is electronic. Hard copies may be requested in special circumstances. Refer to each individual solicitation for specific proposal submittal requirements.
When responding to a solicitation please make sure you are receiving a confirmation from MnDOT. If you do not, please reach out to the Contract Administrator identified in the solicitation.
PT Notices
MnDOT solicits P/T projects in a variety of ways. P/T notices are open to both pre-qualified consultants only and to the general public. Each section below describes the process being utilized, and the consultants eligible to respond. All documents on this page are in PDF format unless otherwise noted.
MnDOT maintains a list of potential, upcoming Professional/Technical projects. This list is updated on a regular basis, and is provided to help consultants plan and prepare for upcoming solicitations. Refer to the link below for the most up to date version.
In an effort to reduce the amount of data entry on the forms submitted with a solicitation, we've created a Solicitation Forms Packet in Adobe Forms. The packet is a compilation of the forms that may be required for a solicitation. The Adobe form will auto populate data entered, throughout the packet so it only needs to be entered once. The forms must be signed individually to acknowledge that each form was reviewed. This can also be found on the Contract Documents page. The posted solicitation will still include a regular .pdf of the forms if you would like to continue to use those.
Notices for Potential Responder Information and Feedback
Meeting Notices, Draft Scopes/Solicitations, Etc.
The following section is used to advertise informational notices. For example, informational meeting notices on an upcoming project; draft scopes of work/RFP's for industry review and/or comment; etc.
DRAFT SCOPE OF WORK FOR INDUSTRY REVIEW: Metro Construction Inspection
This is a courtesy review opportunity for the industry, for the following project:
MnDOT requests proposals for a Contractor to provide staff and services for construction inspection and administration in the MnDOT Metro District. The goal of this project is that construction is inspected to ensure conformance to plans and specifications, samples are taken, and tests are performed in conformance to the applicable “Materials Control Schedule”, and construction work is adequately documented. Preparing final estimates, checking final estimates, witnessing claims, taking, and plotting original and final cross section to topography, correcting original plans for final construction records, preparing final computation and resolution of pay quantities, materials control, and certification.
While industry comments are encouraged, these comments will be used at MnDOT's discretion. No response is guaranteed; no posted response is anticipated. After the review period, MnDOT anticipates posting the final solicitation for official public notice. Submission of questions and/or comments will not be a prerequisite for responding to the resulting solicitation.
The below Draft Scope of Work will be posted until 12/07/2023. Comments can be directed to Jerome Adams at jerome.adams@state.mn.us and will be considered in advance of the RFP posting.
RFP kick off meeting: There will be an RFP kick-off meeting on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The meeting will be offered both in person and virtually. The in-person meeting will be held at: Mendota Construction
2229 Pilot Knob Road
Mendota Heights, MN 55120
You may also attend virtually through Teams at the following link. The purpose of the meeting will be for MnDOT to explain the scope of work and how to bid the hours.
DRAFT SCOPE OF WORK FOR INDUSTRY REVIEW: SP 1809-98 TH 371/TH 210 (BAXTER)
This is a courtesy review opportunity for the industry, for the following project:
MnDOT District 3 will soon be requesting proposals for SP 1809-98 TH 371/TH 210 (BAXTER) and is posting the draft scope of work for industry review and comment. This project was identified to grade separate highway 371 over highway 210 and the BNSF Railroad. This Professional Technical contract will provide the State preliminary engineering services to develop the preferred alternative for the project which will be documented in the staff approved level 1 Geometric layout and FHWA approved environmental document.
While industry comments are encouraged, these comments will be used at MnDOT's discretion. No response is guaranteed; no posted response is anticipated. After the review period, MnDOT anticipates posting the final solicitation for official public notice. Submission of questions and/or comments will not be a prerequisite for responding to the resulting solicitation.
The below Draft Scope of Work will be posted until 12/01/2023. Comments can be directed to Eric Schiller at eric.schiller@state.mn.us and will be considered in advance of the RFP posting.
Mankato/North Mankato Area Planning Organization (MAPO) Project Corridor Study – TH14
MAPO will be posting an RFP on its website, Mankato/North Mankato Area Planning Organization (MAPO) (mnmapo.org), for a Corridor Study on TH 14 from CSAH 12 to TH 60 in the vicinity of Eagle Lake on November 16, 2023.
MAPO will be leading the RFP process; MnDOT, Blue Earth County, and the City of Eagle lake will be on the project management team with MAPO.
Questions can be directed to samuel.parker@state.mn.us until the MAPO RFP is posted. After the MAPO RFP is posted, questions should be directed to the contact listed in MAPO’s RFP.
Meeting Notice: Minnesota Freight Network Optimization Tool RFP Information Meeting for Potential Respondents
The new RFP is still under review and expected to be published by September 2023 through a website called SWIFT. As soon as it is available for responses, you will be able to view it through the SWIFT Vendor Portal. Please bookmark that site and check regularly for the bidding opportunity. As a courtesy we will also update this section as soon as it is available in SWIFT. Please check often back as the status will be updated as appropriate.
Notices for Targeted Group (TG)/Veteran Owned (VET)/Economically Disadvantaged (ED) Consultants
Sheltered Market Pilot Project Request for Proposals
This Sheltered Market procurement is issued under the authority designated in Minnesota Statute §16C.16, subd. 6(c). Only businesses certified by the Office of Equity in Procurement as a TGB/ED/VO are eligible to respond. In order to be an eligible responder to submit a proposal for the following solicitation, the prime responder must be a certified at the time of posting and as a prime responder, must add value to the project.
Minnesota's commitment to diversity and inclusion
The State of Minnesota is committed to diversity and inclusion in its public procurement process. The goal is to ensure that those providing services to the State are representative of our Minnesota communities and include businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and those with substantial physical disabilities. Creating broader opportunities for historically under-represented groups provides for additional options and greater competition in the marketplace, creates stronger relationships and engagement within our communities, and fosters economic development and equality.
Whenever possible, MnDOT strongly encourages the use of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE's), Targeted Group Businesses (TGB's) and Veteran Owned Businesses (VET).
Important note
The TGB and the DBE programs are different programs. If a project has a TGB goal set, then responders must be looking at TGB firms for the goal. Likewise, if a project has a DBE goal set, then responders must be looking at DBE firms. TGB and DBE are not used interchangeably. For additional information about small business programs, please visit MnDOT’s Civil Rights website at mndot.gov/civilrights.
Notices Open To All Consultants
The following section lists all current P/T RFPs, Informal Solicitations and Quick Call for Proposals. Note: you do not need to be pre-qualified or on any current MnDOT Certified List Programs to respond to these advertisements. P/T solicitations will be posted solely on this webpage, along with all supporting documentation, addendums, questions and/or other related issues. As a potential responder, you are responsible for checking back for changes, addendums and/or questions that have been answered and posted. Each solicitation will identify the last date to submit questions, along with an anticipated date the answers will be posted.
Minnesota CAV Challenge
Brief description: The purpose of this project is to allow industry and transportation partners to propose innovative projects with the potential to advance Connected and Automated Vehicle (CAV) technologies in Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) desires a wide variety of project ideas from multiple organizations to establish Minnesota as a leader in CAV initiates. This solicitation is being conducted as an open, on-going request for proposals allowing potential responders to submit a proposal at any time. Proposals will be considered on a pre-determined review cycle outlined in this document. This is an opportunity for new and emerging CAV technologies to be developed, tested, and demonstrated in Minnesota. It is anticipated that this solicitation will result in multiple contract awards. The number of contracts awarded will depend on the size of projects submitted and available funding.
Date posted:08/19/2020 Due date: 02/10/2023, 06/09/2023, 10/13/2023, 02/09/2024, 06/14/2024
In order to be eligible as a responder to submit a letter of interest to a project identified below, the prime consultant must 1) be pre-qualified in at least of one work type identified on the project, 2) be pre-qualified at the time the project is posted, 3) add value to the project, and 4) appear on the Official List posted with the project. Each project below has its own "Official List," which identifies the consultants who are eligible to submit for that specific project.
If the responder meets the eligibility requirements above but is not pre-qualified for the remaining work types deemed necessary for project, they must make arrangements to subcontract with firms that are pre-qualified in those work types.
When applicable, the consultant must identify in the letter of interest their sub-consultant(s), and which work type(s) the sub-consultant(s) will be completing. If there are not firms currently listed on the "Official List" for an identified work type(s), the consultant may provide the work themselves or they may subcontract with any firm.
Baudette Construction Administration
Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for providing construction field inspection for State Project 3905-10 on Trunk Highway 72. The goal of this project is to provide the required testing and documentation required for the construction of 3905-10.
Official List: In order to submit a letter of interest to this project, consultants must be pre-qualified in the following work types:
11.1 Construction Inspection Grading and Base, Bituminous and Concrete
Preliminary and Final Design of Roundabout at TH 63/TH247/CSAH 12 Intersection
Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for preliminary and design for roundabout at the intersection of US Hwy 63 and MN 247/Olmsted County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 12 in rural Olmsted County 6.5 miles northeast of the City of Rochester. US Hwy 63 is a north-south route that connects Rochester to Zumbro Falls and Lake City/US Hwy 61 along the Mississippi River. This intersection provides the most direct route between Rochester and Plainview and is also an alternative route to reach US Hwy 52 eight miles west of the intersection. US Hwy 63 is an Oversized – Overweight (OSOW) route. This intersection has a sustained history of crashes and has previously been identified as a priority rural intersection in the Olmsted County Road Safety Plan. MnDOT District 6 also conducted a safety review of this intersection in 2022, concluding that this location has a high potential for more crashes due to increased volumes and risky driving behavior. This contract is necessary to provide technical expertise in roundabout design that are needed to identify the current and future operational deficiencies at the intersection, provide improvement alternatives recommendation, and prepare and submit the design of the preferred alternative.
Date posted:11/20/2023 Due date: 12/15/2023 - Updated11/29
Official List: In order to submit a letter of interest to this project, consultants must be pre-qualified in the following work types:
1.21 Geometric Layouts - Level 1
2.11 Highway Design - Level 1
14.3 Roadway Lighting Design
14.41 Temporary Traffic Control Plan Design & Special Provisions - Level 1
14.61 Signing Plan Design & Special Provisions - Level 1
17.1 Roundabout Design
20.11 Preconstruction - Level 1
20.13 Contract Time Determination - Level 3
21.1 Communications and Public Engagement Project Mgmt.
I 94 WB Concrete Resurfacing
Brief Description: The State requests responses for engineering services for detail design and environmental activities for a concrete unbonded overlay project. The project location is on westbound I-94 near Alexandria from west of Lake Latoka bridge to west of MN 29. Engineering services will include project management, Traffic Management Plan (TMP), wetland delineation (if needed), environmental documentation, Design Memo, cost estimates, hydraulic design, and construction plans. The goal of this project is to develop construction plans for the unbonded overlay project on I-94. Engineering services will include hydraulic design to address drainage issues and a Traffic Management Plan to ensure coordination with other area projects and safe and efficient travel for the public.
Official List: In order to submit a letter of interest to this project, consultants must be pre-qualified in the following work types:
1.12 Environmental Documentation - Class II Actions
2.11 Highway Design - Level 1
5.51 Wetland Services - Level 1
14.41 Temporary Traffic Control Plan Design & Special Provisions - Level 1
US 52-TH 55-CR 42 Roadway Jurisdictional Study and Network Analysis
Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for planning efforts to reflect current and future transportation system needs and to identify a set of recommendations from which to base future transportation investments. The key question of this project is if TH 55 between CR 42 and US 52 represents redundancy in the transportation system and whether Highway 55 should be re-aligned from its west junction with CR 42 to follow current CR 42 to its interchange with US 52. This study will complete planning-level analyses considering local agency and business input to evaluate impacts of realignment. The goal of this project is to a final recommendation on the potential realignment of TH 55 from its west junction with CR 42 to follow current CR 42 to its interchange with US 52. The final report will document the work completed, highlighting this recommendation.
Date posted:11/07/2023 Due date: 12/07/2023 - Updated 11/30
Official List: In order to submit a letter of interest to this project, consultants must be pre-qualified in the following work types:
7.13 Planning - Class III
14.7 Traffic Engineering Special Studies
Minnesota Zero Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Plan
Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for Responders to prepare a statewide Minnesota Zero Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Plan (MnZEVIP). MnDOT is preparing for the shift from internal combustion engine transportation to zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) and electric vehicle (EV) transportation options in order to meet statewide carbon reduction and electric and zero-emission vehicle targets. To do this, the MnZEVIP will identify priority areas for ZEV fueling and EV charging infrastructure, also known as Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) throughout Minnesota. Gaps in ZEV fueling and EV charging infrastructure will be identified and prioritized into corridors for improvements and implementation for light-duty vehicles.
