Office of the State Engineer - Geotechnical Construction Testing Services for Gassen Family Fieldhouse - OSE# R0626-12X (2026)
South Dakota Department of Environment & Natural ResourcesState · Pierre, SD- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sara Norstrom
- (605) 280-6606
The 30-second brief
The State of South Dakota Office of the State Engineer is seeking professional geotechnical construction testing services for the Gassen Family Fieldhouse project at the University of South Dakota in Vermilion, SD, OSE # R0626-12X. The scope includes special inspection and materials testing services such as earthwork observations and testing, cement stabilization testing, concrete testing and rebar observations, Geopier observations, RH testing for concrete under track surfacing, and miscellaneous testing as required. The proposed fieldhouse is approximately 113,440 square feet, anticipated to achieve a Green Globes Two-Globe rating, with construction budgeted at $36,000,000.00 from Fall 2026 to Summer 2028. Statements of interest must be submitted by 2:00PM CT on October 27, 2026, to the Office of the State Engineer and the University of South Dakota. Evaluation criteria include specialized expertise and technical competence (35%), available resources and personnel resumes (25%), past performance and cost data (20%), project locale availability (5%), locale familiarity (5%), management techniques (5%), and handling special constraints (5%). Selected firms must document American company ownership and employee citizenship.
Specialized expertise, capabilities, experience in site investigation and construction testing, and technical competence (35%), Resources available to perform the work including resumes (25%), Record of past performance including price and cost data (20%), Availability to project locale (5%), Familiarity with project locale (5%), Proposed project management techniques (5%), Ability and project history in handling special project constraints (5%)
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Summary
The State of South Dakota Office of the State Engineer is seeking professional geotechnical construction testing services for the Gassen Family Fieldhouse project at the University of South Dakota in Vermilion, SD, OSE # R0626-12X. The scope includes special inspection and materials testing services such as earthwork observations and testing, cement stabilization testing, concrete testing and rebar observations, Geopier observations, RH testing for concrete under track surfacing, and miscellaneous testing as required.
The proposed fieldhouse is approximately 113,440 square feet, anticipated to achieve a Green Globes Two-Globe rating, with construction budgeted at $36,000,000.00 from Fall 2026 to Summer 2028. Statements of interest must be submitted by 2:00PM CT on October 27, 2026, to the Office of the State Engineer and the University of South Dakota. Evaluation criteria include specialized expertise and technical competence (35%), available resources and personnel resumes (25%), past performance and cost data (20%), project locale availability (5%), locale familiarity (5%), management techniques (5%), and handling special constraints (5%). Selected firms must document American company ownership and employee citizenship.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Copy of the Service Agreement
- Submit to
- Sara Norstrom, Office of the State Engineer, 1501 S Highline Ave, Suite 4A, Sioux Falls, SD 57018 / Brian Limoges, University of South Dakota, 414 E Clark Street, Vermilion, SD 57069
- Scope location
- Vermilion, SD
- Projected sq ft
- 113,440 sq ft
- Reported agency
- State of South Dakota
Questions about this RFEI
How do I respond to this RFEI from South Dakota Department of Environment & Natural Resources?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Sara Norstrom, Office of the State Engineer, 1501 S Highline Ave, Suite 4A, Sioux Falls, SD 57018 / Brian Limoges, University of South Dakota, 414 E Clark Street, Vermilion, SD 57069. For questions, contact Sara Norstrom.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFEI?
Most government agencies, including South Dakota Department of Environment & Natural Resources in SD, 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 RFEI 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 Sara Norstrom at (605) 280-6606. 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: "Specialized expertise, capabilities, experience in site investigation and construction testing, and technical competence (35%), Resources available to perform the work including resumes (25%), Record..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFEI?
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: Copy of the Service Agreement. Review the full document from South Dakota Department of Environment & Natural Resources for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Vermilion, SD. The total projected area is 113440 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.