Benton County Design of Shared Use Path along County Road 55 RFP 2025 - SP 005-090-006
Benton CountyCounty · Foley, MN- Due
- Dec 5, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2025
- Primary contact
- Chris Byrd
- (320) 968-5051
The 30-second brief
Benton County is seeking written proposals from qualified consultants for the design of a Shared Use Path along County Road 55 (Project SP 005-090-006). The selection process will be qualifications-based, potentially involving interviews with top-ranked firms. Scope includes civil engineering and design services for the path infrastructure. Proposals must be submitted electronically to the Benton County Department of Public Works by 4:00 p.m. on December 5, 2025; hard copies are accepted but not required. Contact Chris Byrd, P.E., County Engineer, at (320) 968-5051 or [email protected] for inquiries.
Qualifications based selection criteria
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Summary
Benton County is seeking written proposals from qualified consultants for the design of a Shared Use Path along County Road 55 (Project SP 005-090-006).
The selection process will be qualifications-based, potentially involving interviews with top-ranked firms. Scope includes civil engineering and design services for the path infrastructure. Proposals must be submitted electronically to the Benton County Department of Public Works by 4:00 p.m. on December 5, 2025; hard copies are accepted but not required. Contact Chris Byrd, P.E., County Engineer, at (320) 968-5051 or [email protected] for inquiries.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications based selection criteria
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
electronic copy of materials described in the RFP Proposal Submittal section
- Submit to
- Benton County Public Works/Highway Department, 7752 Highway 25 NE, Foley, MN 56329
- Scope location
- Foley, MN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Benton County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 5, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Benton County Public Works/Highway Department, 7752 Highway 25 NE, Foley, MN 56329. For questions, contact Chris Byrd.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Benton County in MN, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Chris Byrd at (320) 968-5051. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualifications based selection criteria" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Benton County?
All active and historical solicitations from Benton County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Benton County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: electronic copy of materials described in the RFP Proposal Submittal section. Review the full document from Benton County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Foley, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.