Minnesota State Commercial Kitchen Hood Vent and Duct Cleaning RFP - SRC-MNSU-2027-000644-RFP
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees | State of MinnesotaState · St. Paul, MN- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jill Rollings
- (507) 389-5016
The 30-second brief
Minnesota State University, Mankato is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to provide commercial kitchen hood vent and duct cleaning services for campus kitchen and food service facilities. The work includes meeting service requirements, providing a service plan and work schedule, safety and chemical information, cleaning logs, and cleaning photo requirements. Vendors must have a minimum of five years of experience providing these services and the ability to respond to emergency requests. The contract term is preferred to be three years with the option to renew for an additional two years, for a total not to exceed five years. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT, with an optional pre-award vendors meeting scheduled for September 29, 2026.
Adherence to Minnesota State Terms and Conditions (5%), Work Plan (35%), Cost/Value (35%), Qualifications of Respondent and its personnel (15%), Completeness, thoroughness and detail of the response (10%)
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Summary
Minnesota State University, Mankato is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to provide commercial kitchen hood vent and duct cleaning services for campus kitchen and food service facilities.
The work includes meeting service requirements, providing a service plan and work schedule, safety and chemical information, cleaning logs, and cleaning photo requirements. Vendors must have a minimum of five years of experience providing these services and the ability to respond to emergency requests. The contract term is preferred to be three years with the option to renew for an additional two years, for a total not to exceed five years. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT, with an optional pre-award vendors meeting scheduled for September 29, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Affidavit of Non-Collusion
- Supplier Diversity Form
- Pricing Form
- Workplan Solution
- Certification
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Mankato, MN
- Reported agency
- Minnesota State
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees | State of Minnesota?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jill Rollings.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees | 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 Jill Rollings at (507) 389-5016. 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: "Adherence to Minnesota State Terms and Conditions (5%), Work Plan (35%), Cost/Value (35%), Qualifications of Respondent and its personnel (15%), Completeness, thoroughness and detail of the response (..." 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 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, Pricing Form, Workplan Solution, Certification. Review the full document from Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees | 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: Mankato, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.