St. Louis County Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Aid RFP - 2027
St. Louis CountyCounty · Duluth, MN- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 23 days left
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Skyler Webb
- (218) 471-7103
The 30-second brief
St. Louis County is soliciting proposals to prevent the introduction or limit the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) across lakes, reservoirs, streams, and rivers within St. Louis County, Minnesota. The 2027 program is funded via State County Program Aid under MN Statutes 477A.19, with an anticipated total funding amount of $354,925 and a minimum application amount of $10,000. Projects must align with the seven categories in the St. Louis County AIS Prevention Plan, encompassing resource assessment, education, enforcement, early detection, rapid response, and management. Proposals are due by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 20th, 2026, and can be submitted via email to Skyler Webb or mailed to St. Louis County Planning and Zoning.
Review process considering aquatic resource protection, maintenance, social and economic impacts of AIS, multi-disciplinary integrated solutions, match inclusion
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Summary
St.
Louis County is soliciting proposals to prevent the introduction or limit the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) across lakes, reservoirs, streams, and rivers within St. Louis County, Minnesota. The 2027 program is funded via State County Program Aid under MN Statutes 477A.19, with an anticipated total funding amount of $354,925 and a minimum application amount of $10,000. Projects must align with the seven categories in the St. Louis County AIS Prevention Plan, encompassing resource assessment, education, enforcement, early detection, rapid response, and management. Proposals are due by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 20th, 2026, and can be submitted via email to Skyler Webb or mailed to St. Louis County Planning and Zoning.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Review process considering aquatic resource protection
- Maintenance
- Social and economic impacts of AIS
- Multi-disciplinary integrated solutions
- Match inclusion
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Application form
- Detailed budget with sources and uses
- Resolution
- Letters of support and/or collaboration
- Insurance
- Workers compensation documentation
- Submit to
- [email protected] or mail to St. Louis County Planning and Zoning, 201 South 3rd Avenue West, Virginia, MN 55792
- Scope location
- St. Louis County, MN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from St. Louis County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] or mail to St. Louis County Planning and Zoning, 201 South 3rd Avenue West, Virginia, MN 55792. For questions, contact Skyler Webb.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including St. Louis County 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 Skyler Webb at (218) 471-7103. 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: "Review process considering aquatic resource protection, maintenance, social and economic impacts of AIS, multi-disciplinary integrated solutions, match inclusion" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from St. Louis County?
All active and historical solicitations from St. Louis County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, St. Louis County 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: application form, detailed budget with sources and uses, resolution, letters of support and/or collaboration, insurance, workers compensation documentation. Review the full document from St. Louis County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. Louis County, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.