Minnesota Department of Transportation Greater Minnesota Transit Technology Partners Assistance RFP 2026
Minnesota Department of Transportation | State of MinnesotaState · Saint Paul, MN- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Holly Skillings
- (651) 366-4609
The 30-second brief
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) seeks professional support and consulting services to assist Greater Minnesota public transit agencies with transit technology grant applications and subsequent technology procurements. The consultant will help identify appropriate technologies, conduct needs analyses, prepare grant applications, develop draft RFP language, functional requirements, and scoring criteria, and guide agencies through procurement processes. The contract supports annual transit technology grants funding hardware and software such as fleet telecommunications, fare boxes, onboard cameras, passenger counting systems, scheduling and dispatching software, route planning tools, and trip-booking platforms. Proposals are due by 2:00 pm Central Time on November 24, 2026, with questions due by November 16, 2026. Evaluation is based on project understanding, qualifications, work plan, and deliverables.
Project Understanding (30%), Responder Experience and Qualifications (Company & Key Personnel) (30%), Work Plan - Project Approach (20%), Deliverables (20%)
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Summary
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) seeks professional support and consulting services to assist Greater Minnesota public transit agencies with transit technology grant applications and subsequent technology procurements.
The consultant will help identify appropriate technologies, conduct needs analyses, prepare grant applications, develop draft RFP language, functional requirements, and scoring criteria, and guide agencies through procurement processes. The contract supports annual transit technology grants funding hardware and software such as fleet telecommunications, fare boxes, onboard cameras, passenger counting systems, scheduling and dispatching software, route planning tools, and trip-booking platforms. Proposals are due by 2:00 pm Central Time on November 24, 2026, with questions due by November 16, 2026. Evaluation is based on project understanding, qualifications, work plan, and deliverables.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Responder Declarations form
- Disclosure of Potential Conflict of Interest form
- Workforce and Equal Pay Declaration Page
- Resident Vendor Form
- Targeted Group
- Economically Disadvantaged and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses Preference Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Minnesota, MN
- 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 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Holly Skillings.
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 Holly Skillings at (651) 366-4609. 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: "Project Understanding (30%), Responder Experience and Qualifications (Company & Key Personnel) (30%), Work Plan - Project Approach (20%), Deliverables (20%)" 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 24, 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 form, Disclosure of Potential Conflict of Interest form, Workforce and Equal Pay Declaration Page, Resident Vendor Form, Targeted Group, Economically Disadvantaged and Veteran-O. 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: Minnesota, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.