Blue Earth County Refuse-Derived Fuel Waste Processing Services RFP 2026
Blue Earth CountyCounty · Mankato, MN- Due
- May 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 10 years
- Primary contact
- Mark Manderfeld
- (507) 304-4262
The 30-second brief
Blue Earth County seeks proposals to own and operate a facility processing at least 60,000 tons of waste into refuse-derived fuel annually for Xcel Energy. The contract term runs from 2028 through 2037.
Processed RDF, Scale operations data, Waste tonnage reporting, Facility inspections, Emergency plans
Offeror Qualifications, Demonstrated Understanding and Proposed Approach, Processing Charges
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Summary
Blue Earth County seeks proposals to own and operate a facility processing at least 60,000 tons of waste into refuse-derived fuel annually for Xcel Energy. The contract term runs from 2028 through 2037.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Offeror Qualifications
- Demonstrated Understanding and Proposed Approach
- Processing Charges
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Processed RDF
- Scale operations data
- Waste tonnage reporting
- Facility inspections
- Emergency plans
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Solicitation Cover Letter
- Solicitation Response Form
- Offeror Information and Reference Form
- Offeror Response to County Questionnaire
- Offeror Work Plan for Proposal
- Offeror Cost Worksheet
- Offeror Application for Designation of Trade Secret Information
- Offeror Exceptions to Terms and Conditions
- Submit to
- Mankato, Minnesota
- Scope location
- Mankato, MN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Blue Earth County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 18, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Mankato, Minnesota. For questions, contact Mark Manderfeld.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 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 Mark Manderfeld at (507) 304-4262. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Processed RDF, Scale operations data, Waste tonnage reporting, Facility inspections, Emergency plans. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Offeror Qualifications, Demonstrated Understanding and Proposed Approach, Processing Charges" 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 10 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Solicitation Cover Letter, Solicitation Response Form, Offeror Information and Reference Form, Offeror Response to County Questionnaire, Offeror Work Plan for Proposal, Offeror Cost Worksheet, Offeror. 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.