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STEERING TEAM MEETING MINUTES

Nicollet County, Nicollet County, MN·County
Reported: One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River - Mankato

Summary

Minutes from the One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River - Mankato Steering Team meeting held on March 27, 2024. The meeting covered the agenda review, MOA update, binder decision, website discussion, RFQ submission, 60-day notice period, policy committee meeting, consultant interviews, public kick-off meeting, and advisory committee recommendations. Next steps include creating a dedicated website page and distributing updated documents.

Section 4.2 — Scope of Services and Deliverables

The selected vendor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform the services described herein. Work shall commence within fifteen (15) calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and shall be completed within the timeframe specified in the project schedule attached as Exhibit B.

Proposals must include a detailed implementation timeline, staffing plan with key personnel qualifications, and three (3) references from comparable government engagements completed within the past five years. Evaluation will be based on technical approach (40%), experience and qualifications (30%), cost proposal (20%), and small business participation plan (10%).

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