Blue Earth County - CSAH 9 Grading, Bituminous Surfacing, Retaining Wall, and Bridge No. 07610 - SP 007-609-014 (2026)
Blue Earth CountyCounty · Mankato, MN- Due
- Aug 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ryan Thilges
The 30-second brief
Blue Earth County invites sealed electronic bids for CSAH 9 grading, bituminous surfacing, retaining wall, and bridge construction project SP 007-609-014 in Mankato, MN. Work includes construction surveying, clearing and grubbing, excavation, common embankment, aggregate base and surfacing, bituminous course mixture, structural concrete, reinforcement bars, bridge slab concrete, structural steel, piling, drilled shafts, drainage systems, traffic control, and erosion prevention. Bids are due by August 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM via Blue Earth County's online electronic bid system (bidVAULT) at https://connex.rtvision.com/contracts/out-for-bid. A corporate surety bond or certified check for 5% of the bid amount is required. Prevailing wage rates and DBE participation requirements apply.
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Summary
Blue Earth County invites sealed electronic bids for CSAH 9 grading, bituminous surfacing, retaining wall, and bridge construction project SP 007-609-014 in Mankato, MN. Work includes construction surveying, clearing and grubbing, excavation, common embankment, aggregate base and surfacing, bituminous course mixture, structural concrete, reinforcement bars, bridge slab concrete, structural steel, piling, drilled shafts, drainage systems, traffic control, and erosion prevention.
Bids are due by August 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM via Blue Earth County's online electronic bid system (bidVAULT) at https://connex.rtvision.com/contracts/out-for-bid. A corporate surety bond or certified check for 5% of the bid amount is required. Prevailing wage rates and DBE participation requirements apply.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
corporate surety bond or certified check for 5% of bid amount, Certificate of Compliance from Minnesota Department of Human Rights if employing more than 40 full-time employees
- Submit to
- https://connex.rtvision.com/contracts/out-for-bid
- Scope location
- Mankato, MN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Blue Earth County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 26, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://connex.rtvision.com/contracts/out-for-bid. For questions, contact Ryan Thilges.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Blue Earth 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 Bid 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 Ryan Thilges. 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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Blue Earth County?
All active and historical solicitations from Blue Earth County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Blue Earth 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 Bid?
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: corporate surety bond or certified check for 5% of bid amount, Certificate of Compliance from Minnesota Department of Human Rights if employing more than 40 full-time employees. Review the full document from Blue Earth 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: Mankato, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.