Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority - US Bank Stadium LAN/WAN System Project - USB25-1577 (2025)
Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority | State of MinnesotaState · Minneapolis, MN- Due
- Dec 2, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2025
- Duration
- 3 months
- Primary contact
- Scott McGuire
- (813) 601-1136
The 30-second brief
The Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority is soliciting proposals for a turnkey Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) system for capital improvements at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The scope encompasses design, engineering, supply, construction, installation, commissioning, testing, tuning, optimization, and acceptance of systems including core and edge switching, intrusion detection, VPN concentrators, Nutanix optics upgrades, network monitoring and auto-backup applications, security camera fiber switches, Category cabling recertification, fiber optic backbone, and legacy system component removal and recycling. The project requires compliance with NFL standards, prevailing wage requirements, project labor agreements, and an equity plan targeting MBE and WBE participation. Proposals are due by December 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, following a mandatory on-site pre-proposal meeting on November 11, 2025.
Core Switching, Edge Switching, Intrusion Detection, VPN Concentrators, Nutanix Optics, Network Monitoring Application, Network Configuration Auto-Backup Application, Security Camera Fiber Switches, Recertification of Category Cabling, As-built documentation, Patching full port count, Fiber Optic Backbone, Cable Management, Infrastructure Pathways, Electrical Circuits, Removal and recycling of legacy system components
Project Delivery: 300 points, Technical Approach: 300 points, Commercial Terms: 300 points, Interview: 100 points, Equitable Contracting and Hiring: Pass/Fail
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Summary
The Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority is soliciting proposals for a turnkey Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) system for capital improvements at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The scope encompasses design, engineering, supply, construction, installation, commissioning, testing, tuning, optimization, and acceptance of systems including core and edge switching, intrusion detection, VPN concentrators, Nutanix optics upgrades, network monitoring and auto-backup applications, security camera fiber switches, Category cabling recertification, fiber optic backbone, and legacy system component removal and recycling. The project requires compliance with NFL standards, prevailing wage requirements, project labor agreements, and an equity plan targeting MBE and WBE participation. Proposals are due by December 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, following a mandatory on-site pre-proposal meeting on November 11, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Project Delivery: 300 points
- Technical Approach: 300 points
- Commercial Terms: 300 points
- Interview: 100 points
- Equitable Contracting and Hiring: Pass/Fail
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
16- Core Switching
- Edge Switching
- Intrusion Detection
- VPN Concentrators
- Nutanix Optics
- Network Monitoring Application
- Network Configuration Auto-Backup Application
- Security Camera Fiber Switches
- Recertification of Category Cabling
- As-built documentation
- Patching full port count
- Fiber Optic Backbone
- Cable Management
- Infrastructure Pathways
- Electrical Circuits
- Removal and recycling of legacy system components
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Executive Summary
- Certificates of Insurance
- Representative list of similar projects
- Proposal Sections and Evaluations
- Itemized Pricing
- Warranties and Maintenance
- Trade Contract Agreement Revisions
- Evidence of bonding capacity
- Confidentiality agreement
- Affirmative Action Data form
- Statement of Non-Collusion
- MN Dept of Human Rights Certificate of Compliance
- Acknowledgement and Attestation form
- Exhibits to draft Trade Contractor Agreement
- Scope location
- Minneapolis, MN
- Reported agency
- Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority | State of Minnesota?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 2025. 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], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. For questions, contact Scott McGuire.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority | 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 Scott McGuire at (813) 601-1136. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Core Switching, Edge Switching, Intrusion Detection, VPN Concentrators, Nutanix Optics, Network Monitoring Application, Network Configuration Auto-Backup Application, Security Camera Fiber Switches, Recertification of Category Cabling, As-built documentation, Patching full port count, Fiber Optic Ba. 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 Delivery: 300 points, Technical Approach: 300 points, Commercial Terms: 300 points, Interview: 100 points, Equitable Contracting and Hiring: Pass/Fail" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Executive Summary, Certificates of Insurance, Representative list of similar projects, Proposal Sections and Evaluations, Itemized Pricing, Warranties and Maintenance, Trade Contract Agreement Revisio. Review the full document from Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority | 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: Minneapolis, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.