Minnesota Department of Transportation Final Design for TH 61 from CSAH 14 to Reservation River Road RFP 2026 - 1064419
Minnesota Department of Transportation | State of MinnesotaState · Saint Paul, MN- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nadine Miller
- (218) 606-6734
The 30-second brief
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is seeking letters of interest for a pre-qualification announcement regarding final design plans and special provisions for Trunk Highway (TH) 61 in Cook County. The project involves mill and overlay preservation, turn lanes, and storm drainage improvements along approximately 16.4 miles of highway from County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 14 to Reservation River Road, including coordination with the Bridge office for bridge deck resurfacing at Bridges 16001 and 16002. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026, at 2:00 pm Central Time, with questions due by October 21, 2026. Submissions require electronic delivery to Nadine Miller, Contract Administrator, at [email protected]. The procurement includes an 8.0% Targeted Group Business (TGB) participation goal and requires adherence to specific professional, technical, and insurance standards.
Final design plans, Special provisions, Digital Project Specific Electronic Data (P SED) deliverables, Construction ready plans, Quality Management Plan (QMP)
Project Understanding (35%), Responder Experience and Qualifications (25%), Work Plan – Project Approach (40%)
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Summary
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is seeking letters of interest for a pre-qualification announcement regarding final design plans and special provisions for Trunk Highway (TH) 61 in Cook County.
The project involves mill and overlay preservation, turn lanes, and storm drainage improvements along approximately 16.4 miles of highway from County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 14 to Reservation River Road, including coordination with the Bridge office for bridge deck resurfacing at Bridges 16001 and 16002. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026, at 2:00 pm Central Time, with questions due by October 21, 2026. Submissions require electronic delivery to Nadine Miller, Contract Administrator, at [email protected]. The procurement includes an 8.0% Targeted Group Business (TGB) participation goal and requires adherence to specific professional, technical, and insurance standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Final design plans
- Special provisions
- Digital Project Specific Electronic Data (P SED) deliverables
- Construction ready plans
- Quality Management Plan (QMP)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Responder Declarations
- Non-Collusion Certification
- Disclosure of Potential Conflict of Interest
- Resident Vendor Form
- Workforce and Equal Pay Declaration Page
- Targeted Group
- Economically Disadvantaged and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses Preference Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Cook County, Minnesota
- Reported agency
- Minnesota Department of Transportation
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minnesota Department of Transportation | State of Minnesota?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Nadine Miller.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minnesota Department of Transportation | State of Minnesota 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 Nadine Miller at (218) 606-6734. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Final design plans, Special provisions, Digital Project Specific Electronic Data (P SED) deliverables, Construction ready plans, Quality Management Plan (QMP). 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: "Project Understanding (35%), Responder Experience and Qualifications (25%), Work Plan – Project Approach (40%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 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: Responder Declarations, Non-Collusion Certification, Disclosure of Potential Conflict of Interest, Resident Vendor Form, Workforce and Equal Pay Declaration Page, Targeted Group, Economically Disadvan. Review the full document from Minnesota Department of Transportation | State of Minnesota for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cook County, Minnesota. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.