City of Duluth - Norton Park Playground, Accessibility & Site Improvements - 26-99654 (2026)
City of DuluthCity · Duluth, MN- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Patrice Stalvig
- (218) 730-5340
The 30-second brief
The City of Duluth is seeking a contractor to construct a new playground and make various accessibility and site improvements at Norton Park. Work includes grading, construction, installation of an accessible trail, tree removal, and site clearing. Bids are due by October 20, 2026 at 2:00 PM. A pre-bid meeting was held on September 17, 2026, and questions were accepted until October 6, 2026. The anticipated project start date is May 1, 2027, with substantial completion by July 31, 2027, and final completion by September 1, 2027. Bidders must submit a bid surety in the amount of 5% of the total bid. Project labor agreement (PLA), prevailing wage requirements, and public liability and automobile liability insurance limits of not less than $1,500,000 apply.
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Summary
The City of Duluth is seeking a contractor to construct a new playground and make various accessibility and site improvements at Norton Park.
Work includes grading, construction, installation of an accessible trail, tree removal, and site clearing. Bids are due by October 20, 2026 at 2:00 PM. A pre-bid meeting was held on September 17, 2026, and questions were accepted until October 6, 2026. The anticipated project start date is May 1, 2027, with substantial completion by July 31, 2027, and final completion by September 1, 2027. Bidders must submit a bid surety in the amount of 5% of the total bid. Project labor agreement (PLA), prevailing wage requirements, and public liability and automobile liability insurance limits of not less than $1,500,000 apply.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Responsible Contractor Form A-2
- Attachment A-1
- Public Liability and Automobile Liability Insurance
- Performance and payment bonds
- Project Labor Agreement (PLA)
- Community Benefits Best Efforts Plan
- Exemption from Surety Deposits for Non-Minnesota Contractors form
- Bid surety
- Submit to
- www.bidexpress.com
- Scope location
- Duluth, Minnesota
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Duluth?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.bidexpress.com. For questions, contact Patrice Stalvig.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Patrice Stalvig at (218) 730-5340. 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 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 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: Responsible Contractor Form A-2, Attachment A-1, Public Liability and Automobile Liability Insurance, performance and payment bonds, Project Labor Agreement (PLA), Community Benefits Best Efforts Plan. 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, Minnesota. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.