Minnesota State Travel Services for Iron Range Engineering Program RFP SRC-MNSU-2026-000587-RFP 2026
Century CollegeHigher Ed · White Bear Lake, MN- Due
- Jun 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jill Rollings
- (507) 389-5016
The 30-second brief
Minnesota State is requesting proposals for a full-service agent-assisted solution for domestic and international travel arrangements for the Iron Range Engineering (IRE) program. The scope includes booking air tickets, car rentals, and lodging while ensuring compliance with State travel policies, providing 24/7 emergency support, and delivering monthly reporting. Vendors must provide travel planning, cost estimation, flight tracking via shared spreadsheets, and assistance with group travel for staff, faculty, and students. Proposals are evaluated based on cost/value (30%), work plan (20%), qualifications (20%), accessibility (10%), and adherence to terms (10%). Submissions are due June 23, 2026, exclusively through the Minnesota State e-procurement system.
Work Plan, Pricing Information, Resumes, VPAT, Affidavit of Non-Collusion, Affirmative Action Requirements
Cost/Value (30%), Work Plan (20%), Qualifications (20%), Adherence to Terms (10%), Completeness (10%), Accessibility (10%)
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Summary
Minnesota State is requesting proposals for a full-service agent-assisted solution for domestic and international travel arrangements for the Iron Range Engineering (IRE) program.
The scope includes booking air tickets, car rentals, and lodging while ensuring compliance with State travel policies, providing 24/7 emergency support, and delivering monthly reporting. Vendors must provide travel planning, cost estimation, flight tracking via shared spreadsheets, and assistance with group travel for staff, faculty, and students. Proposals are evaluated based on cost/value (30%), work plan (20%), qualifications (20%), accessibility (10%), and adherence to terms (10%). Submissions are due June 23, 2026, exclusively through the Minnesota State e-procurement system.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Work Plan
- Pricing Information
- Resumes
- VPAT
- Affidavit of Non-Collusion
- Affirmative Action Requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Affidavit of Non-Collusion
- Affirmative Action declaration
- VPAT
- HECVAT
- Supplier Diversity Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Minnesota
- Reported agency
- Minnesota State
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Century College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 23, 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 Jill Rollings.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Century College 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Work Plan, Pricing Information, Resumes, VPAT, Affidavit of Non-Collusion, Affirmative Action Requirements. 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: "Cost/Value (30%), Work Plan (20%), Qualifications (20%), Adherence to Terms (10%), Completeness (10%), Accessibility (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Century College?
All active and historical solicitations from Century College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Century College 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 5 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, Affirmative Action declaration, VPAT, HECVAT, Supplier Diversity Form. Review the full document from Century College 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. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.