Duluth Transit Authority Security Services Contract RFP# 2026.10.29 (2026)
Duluth Transit AuthoritySpecial District · Duluth, MN- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Cheri Soileau
- (218) 623-4329
The 30-second brief
The Duluth Transit Authority is seeking proposals for comprehensive, unarmed security services at the Duluth Transportation Center located at 228 W. Michigan Street and Transit Center East at 214 W. Superior Street in Duluth, Minnesota. The work encompasses guarding transit terminal buildings, concourses, waiting areas, connecting skywalk systems, parking structures, and bus bays. The initial contract term is 3 years with a 2-year option. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026 at 12:00 p.m., with a pre-proposal meeting scheduled for November 10, 2026. Required submissions include a W-9, completed proposal sheet, certifications, and three references.
Security Operations and Patrol Plan, Staffing, Coverage, and Continuity, Qualifications, Experience, and Training, Management, Supervision, and Reporting, Emergency Response, De-escalation, and Public Engagement, Equipment, Communications, and Uniforms, Compliance, Personnel Policies, and Security Controls, Proposed Price
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Summary
The Duluth Transit Authority is seeking proposals for comprehensive, unarmed security services at the Duluth Transportation Center located at 228 W. Michigan Street and Transit Center East at 214 W. Superior Street in Duluth, Minnesota.
The work encompasses guarding transit terminal buildings, concourses, waiting areas, connecting skywalk systems, parking structures, and bus bays. The initial contract term is 3 years with a 2-year option. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026 at 12:00 p.m., with a pre-proposal meeting scheduled for November 10, 2026. Required submissions include a W-9, completed proposal sheet, certifications, and three references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
20- Security Operations and Patrol Plan
- Staffing
- Coverage
- Continuity
- Qualifications
- Experience
- Training
- Management
- Supervision
- Reporting
- Emergency Response
- De-escalation
- Public Engagement
- Equipment
- Communications
- Uniforms
- Compliance
- Personnel Policies
- Security Controls
- Proposed Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- W-9
- Completed and signed Section 4
- Formal Proposal Sheet and Statements
- Completed and signed Section 5
- Certifications
- Items on Mandatory Requirement List
- Three or more references from the past five years
- Exceptions to Contract provisions
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Duluth, MN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Duluth Transit Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Cheri Soileau.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Duluth Transit Authority 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 Cheri Soileau at (218) 623-4329. 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: "Security Operations and Patrol Plan, Staffing, Coverage, and Continuity, Qualifications, Experience, and Training, Management, Supervision, and Reporting, Emergency Response, De-escalation, and Public..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Duluth Transit Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Duluth Transit Authority are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Duluth Transit Authority 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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: W-9, completed and signed Section 4, Formal Proposal Sheet and Statements, completed and signed Section 5, Certifications, Items on Mandatory Requirement List, Three or more references from the past f. Review the full document from Duluth Transit Authority 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.