City of Duluth - Geotechnical Exploration and Review Consolidated Maintenance Campus - RFP #26-99698 (2026)
City of DuluthCity · Duluth, MN- Due
- Oct 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Duration
- 5 months
The 30-second brief
The City of Duluth requests proposals for preconstruction testing services related to the development of a consolidated maintenance campus located along West Superior Street between 40th and 42nd Avenues West in Duluth, Minnesota. The scope includes geotechnical drilling, soil and groundwater analysis, and subsurface design recommendations for new buildings. The project concept involves demolition of three to six buildings, relocation of storage buildings, grading and bituminous paving of approximately six acres, and new building construction of approximately 70,000 square feet. The anticipated number of soil borings required is twenty-five (25), with 6 borings for pavement design and remaining borings extending to bedrock or sufficient bearing strata. Proposals are due by October 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The contract will be a lump-sum, not-to-exceed agreement expected to conclude by February 2027.
Twenty-five (25) soil borings, Geotechnical drilling, Soil and groundwater analysis, Subsurface design recommendations
Qualifications of the bidder and personnel (30%), Prior experience with similar projects (30%), Objectives, deliverables and work plan (20%), Cost (20%)
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Summary
The City of Duluth requests proposals for preconstruction testing services related to the development of a consolidated maintenance campus located along West Superior Street between 40th and 42nd Avenues West in Duluth, Minnesota.
The scope includes geotechnical drilling, soil and groundwater analysis, and subsurface design recommendations for new buildings. The project concept involves demolition of three to six buildings, relocation of storage buildings, grading and bituminous paving of approximately six acres, and new building construction of approximately 70,000 square feet. The anticipated number of soil borings required is twenty-five (25), with 6 borings for pavement design and remaining borings extending to bedrock or sufficient bearing strata. Proposals are due by October 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The contract will be a lump-sum, not-to-exceed agreement expected to conclude by February 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Twenty-five (25) soil borings
- Geotechnical drilling
- Soil and groundwater analysis
- Subsurface design recommendations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proposal Cover Sheet (Appendix A)
- Submit to
- City of Duluth, Purchasing Division, City Hall, Room 120, 411 West 1st Street, Duluth, MN 55802
- Scope location
- Duluth, MN
- Projected sq ft
- 70,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Duluth?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 13, 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: City of Duluth, Purchasing Division, City Hall, Room 120, 411 West 1st Street, Duluth, MN 55802.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Duluth 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Twenty-five (25) soil borings, Geotechnical drilling, Soil and groundwater analysis, Subsurface design recommendations. 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: "Qualifications of the bidder and personnel (30%), Prior experience with similar projects (30%), Objectives, deliverables and work plan (20%), Cost (20%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Duluth?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Duluth are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Duluth 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 5 months. 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: Proposal Cover Sheet (Appendix A). Review the full document from City of Duluth for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Duluth, MN. The total projected area is 70000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.