Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office - Snow Removal Services - SRC-METRO-2027-000638-RFP
Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System OfficeHigher Ed · St Paul, MN- Due
- Sep 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Katie Nelson
The 30-second brief
Metropolitan State University seeks proposals for snow removal and deicing services for the Saint Paul Campus under RFP number SRC-METRO-2027-000638-RFP. The selected vendor will furnish all labor, vehicles, equipment, supervision, materials, and supplies to maintain safe and accessible campus parking lots, parking ramps, roads, sidewalks, walkways, stairways, entrances, and exterior plaza areas from October 15 through April 15 annually. Services include plowing at 1-inch and shoveling at 0.5-inch trigger depths, snow hauling, de-icing material application avoiding rock salt, and maintaining salt buckets at entrances. The contract term is three years with an optional two-year renewal. Proposals are due by September 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting on September 14, 2026. Evaluation criteria include company profile and staffing (20%), operational plan and service approach (30%), cost/value (35%), and equipment and technology (15%).
Year 1: October 15, 2026 - April 15, 2027 (6 months); Year 2: October 15, 2027 - April 15, 2028 (6 months); Year 3: October 15, 2028 - April 15, 2029 (6 months)
Company Profile & Staffing (20), Operational Plan & Service Approach (30), Cost/Value (35), Equipment & Technology (15)
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Summary
Metropolitan State University seeks proposals for snow removal and deicing services for the Saint Paul Campus under RFP number SRC-METRO-2027-000638-RFP. The selected vendor will furnish all labor, vehicles, equipment, supervision, materials, and supplies to maintain safe and accessible campus parking lots, parking ramps, roads, sidewalks, walkways, stairways, entrances, and exterior plaza areas from October 15 through April 15 annually.
Services include plowing at 1-inch and shoveling at 0.5-inch trigger depths, snow hauling, de-icing material application avoiding rock salt, and maintaining salt buckets at entrances. The contract term is three years with an optional two-year renewal. Proposals are due by September 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting on September 14, 2026. Evaluation criteria include company profile and staffing (20%), operational plan and service approach (30%), cost/value (35%), and equipment and technology (15%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Year 1: October 15, 2026 - April 15, 2027 (6 months)
- Year 2: October 15, 2027 - April 15, 2028 (6 months)
- Year 3: October 15, 2028 - April 15, 2029 (6 months)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Affidavit of Non-Collusion
- Supplier Diversity Form
- References spreadsheet
- Affirmative Action declaration page
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Saint Paul, MN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 22, 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. For questions, contact Katie Nelson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office 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 Katie Nelson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Year 1: October 15, 2026 - April 15, 2027 (6 months); Year 2: October 15, 2027 - April 15, 2028 (6 months); Year 3: October 15, 2028 - April 15, 2029 (6 months). 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: "Company Profile & Staffing (20), Operational Plan & Service Approach (30), Cost/Value (35), Equipment & Technology (15)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office?
All active and historical solicitations from Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office 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.
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: Affidavit of Non-Collusion, Supplier Diversity Form, References spreadsheet, Affirmative Action declaration page. Review the full document from Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Saint Paul, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.