City of Duluth Request for Proposals for Parking Assets Management Services - 26-AA17
City of DuluthCity · Duluth, MN- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Mark Bauer
The 30-second brief
The City of Duluth is seeking management fee-based proposals from qualified public parking operators for the operations, maintenance, and management of its off-street parking ramps and lots, as well as designated on-street parking meter collections and maintenance. The scope includes 6 parking ramps (2,674 stalls), 22 City surface lots (746 stalls), 6 DEDA surface lots (496 stalls), and 3 on-street parking zones with 40 pay stations (246 stalls), totaling 4,162 managed stalls across Duluth, Minnesota. Operators will need to provide a gateless revenue control system (QR-code and License Plate Reader / LPR based) for all off-street parking operations, maintain PCI DSS compliance, and handle maintenance, cleaning, security management, and citation issuance. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 22, 2026, with questions due by October 29, 2026. The initial contract term is five years, anticipated to begin February 1, 2027, followed by two additional one-year term options.
Daily operations of parking ramps and lots, Collection and protection of all associated public revenues, Management of monthly parking contract systems, Issuance of City parking citations at all managed ramps and lots, Facility routine maintenance and cleaning, Management of security services at ramps and lots, Maintenance and collections related to Citywide multi-stall payment kiosks (both on- and off-street)
Qualifications of the Proposer and personnel (30%), Prior parking management experience (25%), Proposed management fees (20%), Operations plan (20%), General RFP compliance (5%)
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Summary
The City of Duluth is seeking management fee-based proposals from qualified public parking operators for the operations, maintenance, and management of its off-street parking ramps and lots, as well as designated on-street parking meter collections and maintenance.
The scope includes 6 parking ramps (2,674 stalls), 22 City surface lots (746 stalls), 6 DEDA surface lots (496 stalls), and 3 on-street parking zones with 40 pay stations (246 stalls), totaling 4,162 managed stalls across Duluth, Minnesota. Operators will need to provide a gateless revenue control system (QR-code and License Plate Reader / LPR based) for all off-street parking operations, maintain PCI DSS compliance, and handle maintenance, cleaning, security management, and citation issuance. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 22, 2026, with questions due by October 29, 2026. The initial contract term is five years, anticipated to begin February 1, 2027, followed by two additional one-year term options.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Daily operations of parking ramps and lots, Collection and protection of all associated public revenues, Management of monthly parking contract systems, Issuance of City parking citations at all managed ramps and lots, Facility routine maintenance and cleaning, Management of security services at ramps and lots, Maintenance and collections related to Citywide multi-stall payment kiosks (both on- and off-street)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Proposal Cover Sheet
- Technical Submittal
- Cost Submittal
- Agreement Sample
- Submit to
- City Of Duluth, Attn: Purchasing Division, City Hall, Room 120, 411 West 1st Street, Duluth, MN 55802
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- Duluth, MN
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 November 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, Attn: Purchasing Division, City Hall, Room 120, 411 West 1st Street, Duluth, MN 55802. For questions, contact Mark Bauer.
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.
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 Bauer. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Daily operations of parking ramps and lots, Collection and protection of all associated public revenues, Management of monthly parking contract systems, Issuance of City parking citations at all managed ramps and lots, Facility routine maintenance and cleaning, Management of security services at ram. 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 Proposer and personnel (30%), Prior parking management experience (25%), Proposed management fees (20%), Operations plan (20%), General RFP compliance (5%)" 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 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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, Technical Submittal, Cost Submittal, Agreement Sample. 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. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.