University of Minnesota Board of Regents - Chemical Water Treatment Program - MBID No. 10306.2026.25.08.mw (2026)
University of Minnesota Board of Regents | State of MinnesotaState · Minneapolis, MN- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- Marsha West
- (612) 624-2828
The 30-second brief
The University of Minnesota Facilities Management (FM) is soliciting proposals from qualified respondents to provide chemical water treatment for open cooling systems, hot and cold closed loops, and boiler system chemical treatment for both the St. Paul and Minneapolis campuses. The scope of work encompasses utility water systems across districts including St. Paul, Health Sciences, East Bank, West Bank, and Housing Residential Athletics. Required services involve routine water chemistry testing, monitoring corrosion rates, optimizing chemical dosing, and logging all field data directly into uminn.phimet.com. The submission deadline is October 1, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST, with a question deadline of September 18, 2026. Evaluation criteria include project approach and work plan, total cost, staffing plan, chemical handling and operational safety, and interviews.
Chemical water treatment for open cooling systems, Hot and cold closed loops, And boiler system chemical treatment
Project Approach and Work Plan 25%, Total Cost to University 25%, Staffing Plan, Qualifications and References/Experience 30%, Chemical Handling & Operational Safety 10%, Interviews/Presentations 10%
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Summary
The University of Minnesota Facilities Management (FM) is soliciting proposals from qualified respondents to provide chemical water treatment for open cooling systems, hot and cold closed loops, and boiler system chemical treatment for both the St.
Paul and Minneapolis campuses. The scope of work encompasses utility water systems across districts including St. Paul, Health Sciences, East Bank, West Bank, and Housing Residential Athletics. Required services involve routine water chemistry testing, monitoring corrosion rates, optimizing chemical dosing, and logging all field data directly into uminn.phimet.com. The submission deadline is October 1, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST, with a question deadline of September 18, 2026. Evaluation criteria include project approach and work plan, total cost, staffing plan, chemical handling and operational safety, and interviews.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Project Approach and Work Plan 25%
- Total Cost to University 25%
- Staffing Plan
- Qualifications and References/Experience 30%
- Chemical Handling & Operational Safety 10%
- Interviews/Presentations 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Chemical water treatment for open cooling systems
- Hot and cold closed loops
- Boiler system chemical treatment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Attachment A: Project Approach and Work Plan
- Attachment B: References
- Attachment C: Staffing Plan
- Attachment D: Price List
- Attachment E: Chemical Water Treatment Safety Questions
- Confidentiality Agreement
- Submit to
- https://mbid.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=7556&SourceType=1
- Scope location
- Minneapolis, MN
- Reported agency
- University of Minnesota Board of Regents
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from University of Minnesota Board of Regents | State of Minnesota?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 1, 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: https://mbid.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=7556&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Marsha West.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including University of Minnesota Board of Regents | 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 Marsha West at (612) 624-2828. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Chemical water treatment for open cooling systems, Hot and cold closed loops, And boiler system chemical treatment. 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: "Project Approach and Work Plan 25%, Total Cost to University 25%, Staffing Plan, Qualifications and References/Experience 30%, Chemical Handling & Operational Safety 10%, Interviews/Presentations 10%" 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 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: Attachment A: Project Approach and Work Plan, Attachment B: References, Attachment C: Staffing Plan, Attachment D: Price List, Attachment E: Chemical Water Treatment Safety Questions, Confidentiality. Review the full document from University of Minnesota Board of Regents | 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: Minneapolis, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.