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Professional Technical Consultant Services

MnDOT's standard delivery method of proposals/responses is electronic. Hard copies may be requested in special circumstances. Refer to each individual solicitation for specific proposal submittal requirements.

When responding to a solicitation please make sure you are receiving a confirmation from MnDOT. If you do not, please reach out to the Contract Administrator identified in the solicitation.

PT Notices

MnDOT solicits P/T projects in a variety of ways. P/T notices are open to both pre-qualified consultants only and to the general public. Each section below describes the process being utilized, and the consultants eligible to respond. All documents on this page are in PDF format unless otherwise noted.

Potential Projects List

MnDOT maintains a list of potential, upcoming Professional/Technical projects. This list is updated on a regular basis, and is provided to help consultants plan and prepare for upcoming solicitations. Refer to the link below for the most up to date version.

New Solicitation Forms Packet

In an effort to reduce the amount of data entry on the forms submitted with a solicitation, we've created a Solicitation Forms Packet in Adobe Forms. The packet is a compilation of the forms that may be required for a solicitation. The Adobe form will auto populate data entered, throughout the packet so it only needs to be entered once. The forms must be signed individually to acknowledge that each form was reviewed. This can also be found on the Contract Documents page. The posted solicitation will still include a regular .pdf of the forms if you would like to continue to use those.

Notices for Potential Responder Information and Feedback

Meeting Notices, Draft Scopes/Solicitations, Etc.

The following section is used to advertise informational notices. For example, informational meeting notices on an upcoming project; draft scopes of work/RFP's for industry review and/or comment; etc.

Meeting Notice: Minnesota Freight Network Optimization Tool RFP Information Meeting for Potential Respondents

The new RFP is still under review and expected to be published by September 2023 through a website called SWIFT. As soon as it is available for responses, you will be able to view it through the SWIFT Vendor Portal. Please bookmark that site and check regularly for the bidding opportunity. As a courtesy we will also update this section as soon as it is available in SWIFT. Please check often back as the status will be updated as appropriate.

Notices for Targeted Group (TG)/Veteran Owned (VET)/Economically Disadvantaged (ED) Consultants

Sheltered Market Pilot Project Request for Proposals

This Sheltered Market procurement is issued under the authority designated in Minnesota Statute §16C.16, subd. 6(c). Only businesses certified by the Office of Equity in Procurement as a TGB/ED/VO are eligible to respond. In order to be an eligible responder to submit a proposal for the following solicitation, the prime responder must be a certified at the time of posting and as a prime responder, must add value to the project.

Minnesota's commitment to diversity and inclusion

The State of Minnesota is committed to diversity and inclusion in its public procurement process. The goal is to ensure that those providing services to the State are representative of our Minnesota communities and include businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and those with substantial physical disabilities. Creating broader opportunities for historically under-represented groups provides for additional options and greater competition in the marketplace, creates stronger relationships and engagement within our communities, and fosters economic development and equality.

Whenever possible, MnDOT strongly encourages the use of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE's), Targeted Group Businesses (TGB's) and Veteran Owned Businesses (VET).

Important note

The TGB and the DBE programs are different programs.  If a project has a TGB goal set, then responders must be looking at TGB firms for the goal.  Likewise, if a project has a DBE goal set, then responders must be looking at DBE firms. TGB and DBE are not used interchangeably.  For additional information about small business programs, please visit MnDOT’s Civil Rights website at mndot.gov/civilrights.

Notices Open To All Consultants

The following section lists all current P/T RFPs, Informal Solicitations and Quick Call for Proposals. Note: you do not need to be pre-qualified or on any current MnDOT Certified List Programs to respond to these advertisements. P/T solicitations will be posted solely on this webpage, along with all supporting documentation, addendums, questions and/or other related issues. As a potential responder, you are responsible for checking back for changes, addendums and/or questions that have been answered and posted. Each solicitation will identify the last date to submit questions, along with an anticipated date the answers will be posted.

Final Design Plan Set

Brief description: MnDOT requests proposals for the development of construction limits, production of a biddable final design plan set and special provisions, and post-letting assistance on State Project (SP) 5304-41, Trunk Highway (TH) 59 from 27th Street North to TH 60 in Worthington. This project is approximately 1.8 miles in length. Major construction items include grading, concrete surfacing, lighting, and drainage. The goal of this project is to provide a biddable final design plan set, special provisions, and contract documents.

Date posted: 03/28/2024
Due date:  04/18/2024

Hwy 8 Corridor Planning Study

Brief description: State requests proposals for a transportation corridor study for Highway (Hwy) 8 from Karmel Ave. in Chisago to St. Croix Scenic Byway/Minnesota (MN) 95 in Taylors Falls (approximately 14 miles). The study corridor is within Chisago County, City of Chisago, City of Lindstrom, Center City, City of Shafer, and Shafer and Franconia Townships. The study is needed to inform design and construction of future improvements to Hwy 8, and anticipated plans will look at vehicle safety alternatives, spot mobility improvements, multimodal needs in the corridor for people walking, rolling, bicycling along the corridor, and access management. The goal of this project is to broadly understand the needs and opportunities of all transportation users in the corridor; identify and develop a purpose and need for the corridor; develop and screen concepts that addresses the needs/opportunities; eliminate unreasonable alternatives; and produce a project development plan to be used by State to inform future projects in the study area.

Date posted: 03/20/2024
Due date:  04/11/2024

Pedestrian and Bicycle Facility Design Trainings for 2024 - 2026

Brief description: MnDOT’s Office of Transit and Active Transportation (OTAT) is looking for Selected Responder to develop and deliver multi-day trainings for MnDOT staff over a three year period (2024, 2025, and 2026). This project is intended to be the initial round of annual trainings provided to MnDOT staff. Selected Responder will plan to revise/update some of the training information each year. The goal for this project is to develop training materials and activities for approximately 12-15 hours of instruction time that fully convey the contents of these two manuals and related MnDOT plans/policies in an interactive way. Three training sessions will be delivered (up to three each year – one in Metro, and two in Greater Minnesota) and participation will be limited to 20-25 people per session.

Date posted: 03/18/2024
Due date:  04/08/2024

Statewide Pedestrian Bridge Improvement Design Build Verification

Brief description: MnDOT requests responses for a Contractor to provide design-build design verification for State Project (SP) 8816-3427 Statewide Pedestrian Bridge Improvement Design-Build project. The Statewide Pedestrian Bridge Improvement project involves various improvements to four pedestrian bridges in several MnDOT Districts; two in Metro and one located in District 1 and District 8. The primary purpose of the project is to upgrade, repair, or replace the ADA facilities and associated structures at four discrete locations to increase their lifespan and make them more accessible to all users. The goal of the Design-Build construction verification contract is for MnDOT to receive assistance in performing the tasks necessary to verify that the design-build contractor is meeting all requirements of the Design-Build Conformed Contract and the construction project is completed according to the plans and special provisions.

Date posted: 03/12/2024
Due date:  04/11/2024

TH13 Corridor

Brief description: MnDOT requests proposals for a phased contract including preliminary engineering and pre-design (Phase 1) with potential of adding final design (Phase 2). The project area is located on Trunk Highway (TH) 13 from Nicollet Avenue to Quentin Avenue in the Cities of Savage and Burnsville in both directions. This corridor is part of the National Highway System and is an important east-west connection between two major Minnesota River crossings in the areas of TH 169 to the west and Interstate 494 (I-494). Situated south of the Minnesota River, TH 13 runs parallel to Interstate 494 (I-494), which carries east-west traffic north of the Minnesota River and serves as an alternative route for the frequent congestion from I-494. TH 13 is also a major intermodal corridor connecting freight traffic to the Ports of Savage where trucks and rail bring grain into ports to be loaded onto river barges or shipped out by rail. Currently, this corridor has mobility and safety issues for all users of the highway including freight that need to be addressed. Needs additionally include ensuring access to communities and businesses while also enhancing walkability and bikeability throughout the corridor.

Date posted: 03/11/2024
Due date:  04/11/2024 - Updated

Request for Proposals for Designer Selection for (Project 24-07) MnDOT Lake Burgen Safety Rest Area SP 2180-111 Building & Site Rehabilitation and Reconstruction

Location: I-94WB, mile marker 105, Douglas County (1 ½ miles east of TH29).
Brief description: Alexandria, MN Building and Site Rehabilitation and Reconstruction: Historic rest area building. MnDOT plans to rehabilitate the existing historic rest area building to include restrooms that meet current code and MnDOT requirements. This will get accomplished through a renovation and an addition. The Lake Burgen Rest area is considered part of the Interstate Highway System. This project is exempt from Section 106 requirement of the National Historic Preservation Act (1966). This takes into account the effects of this undertaking on the eligible property. Further, although the property was evaluated as eligible for inclusion in the National Register, it is not listed, therefore, is not subject to mandatory review and consultation under the Minnesota Historic Sites Act. Plans to rehabilitate the site to include ADA compliance, utility upgrades, restoration of original site features where feasible including planters and terrace, and new site features that are historically sympathetic including walking trails, landscaping, children's play area, pet exercise area, and picnic areas.

Date posted: 03/11/2024
Due date:  04/01/2024

TH 55 Preferred Alternative selection and Complete Streets Preliminary Design

3/21/2024: MnDOT is removing this RFP for consultant services and regrets doing so during the proposal preparation phase. MnDOT was recently awarded a USDOT Reconnecting Communities Grant that included work outlined in this scope and work beyond this scope along this section of Highway 55 in Minneapolis, in addition to funds for a corridor study along Highway 55 west of Minneapolis. MnDOT will transition the RFP subject to federal clauses and procurement. MnDOT anticipates releasing a similar RFP in the near future following internal and external coordination, including a grant kickoff meeting with USDOT.

Independent Cost Estimating and Scheduling Services, Blatnik Bridge Project

Brief description: MnDOT requests proposals for Independent Cost Estimating (ICE) Services for the Blatnik Bridge project in Duluth, Minnesota and Superior, Wisconsin. MnDOT intends to deliver this project with the Design-Build project delivery method. MnDOT will procure the Design-Builder through a separate procurement process. The selected ICE Contractor will be conflicted from joining a Design-Build team. The ICE Contractor will provide independent and objective construction cost estimates, schedules, and cost and schedule analysis on behalf of MnDOT. A separate cost estimate, hereafter referred to as the Owner’s Estimate, will be prepared by MnDOT’s design consultant or another qualified firm that is independent of the ICE Contractor. Together, the Independent Cost Estimate and Owner’s Estimate will assist MnDOT in determining the project’s estimated construction cost and the reasonableness of the Design-Builders bid to design and construct the project.

Date posted: 03/04/2024
Due date:  04/12/2024

Minnesota CAV Challenge

Brief description: The purpose of this project is to allow industry and transportation partners to propose innovative projects with the potential to advance Connected and Automated Vehicle (CAV) technologies in Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) desires a wide variety of project ideas from multiple organizations to establish Minnesota as a leader in CAV initiates. This solicitation is being conducted as an open, on-going request for proposals allowing potential responders to submit a proposal at any time. Proposals will be considered on a pre-determined review cycle outlined in this document. This is an opportunity for new and emerging CAV technologies to be developed, tested, and demonstrated in Minnesota. It is anticipated that this solicitation will result in multiple contract awards. The number of contracts awarded will depend on the size of projects submitted and available funding.

Date posted: 08/19/2020
Due date:  02/10/2023, 06/09/2023, 10/13/2023, 02/09/2024, 06/14/2024

Notices open only to pre-qualified consultants

In order to be eligible as a responder to submit a letter of interest to a project identified below, the prime consultant must 1) be pre-qualified in at least of one work type identified on the project, 2) be pre-qualified at the time the project is posted, 3) add value to the project, and 4) appear on the Official List posted with the project. Each project below has its own "Official List," which identifies the consultants who are eligible to submit for that specific project.

If the responder meets the eligibility requirements above but is not pre-qualified for the remaining work types deemed necessary for project, they must make arrangements to subcontract with firms that are pre-qualified in those work types.

When applicable, the consultant must identify in the letter of interest their sub-consultant(s), and which work type(s) the sub-consultant(s) will be completing. If there are not firms currently listed on the "Official List" for an identified work type(s), the consultant may provide the work themselves or they may subcontract with any firm.

Public Engagement and Communications, Highway 169 Jordan Interchange

Brief Description: Contractor will provide communications and engagement for the upcoming construction project at Highway 169 and Highway 282/County Road 9 in Scott County. The project includes building an interchange, two bridges (over Highway 169 and Union Pacific Railroad tracks), a roundabout, pedestrian tunnel, sidewalks and soundwalls, with the majority of construction occurring in spring 2025 through fall 2027. The goal of this project is to ensure that affected residents, businesses and commuters are continually informed of the project and its impacts.

Date posted: 03/28/2024
Due date: 04/22/2024

TH55 and US10 Video Inspection Project

Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for storm sewer hydraulic cleaning, closed circuit televising digital video (CCTV) of all storm sewer infrastructure systems within the project limits for State Projects (SP) listed below. See Exhibit C: Attachment 1, posted separately from this announcement, for an overview map of the project location. This Pre-qualification announcement will be used to award two separate professional/technical contracts. MnDOT anticipates that selected responders (up to two) will be awarded one contract per firm. Responders must submit a Letter of Interest (LOI) based on only Project #1 listed below. The LOI’s will be used as a basis to award the remaining contracts for the projects below. It will be MnDOT’s decision how to divide these projects among the successful responders. Project #1: SP 8205-161 United States Highway 10 from Carver Ave to the northbound junction of TH95. Project #2: SP 1910-xx Trunk Highway (TH) 55; from US52 to US61 in Hasting. The goal of this project is to review the inspection reports, CCTV and corresponding field condition information which will be used to update the Transportation Asset Management System (TAMS). This information will also be used for scoping purposes to effectively and efficiently design storm water infrastructure.

Date posted: 03/20/2024
Due date: 04/05/2024

I35W and US169 Video Inspection Project

Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for storm sewer hydraulic cleaning, closed circuit televising digital video (CCTV) of all storm sewer infrastructure systems within the project limits for State Projects (SP) listed below. See Exhibit C: Attachment 1, posted separately from this announcement, for an overview map of the project locations. This Pre-qualification announcement will be used to award two separate professional/technical contracts. MnDOT anticipates that selected responders (up to two) will be awarded one contract per firm. Responders must submit a Letter of Interest (LOI) based on only Project #1 listed below. The LOI’s will be used as a basis to award the remaining contracts for the projects below. It will be MnDOT’s decision how to divide these projects among the successful responders. Project #1: SP 2772-148 Highway 35W; from Portland / Park Ave to 0.017 miles north of Washington Ave. Project #2: SP 2783-236 United States Highway 169 from 0.2 miles north of I494 to Trunk Highway (TH) 62 and from TH55 to I694/I94. The goal of this project is to review the inspection reports, CCTV and corresponding field condition information which will be used to update the Transportation Asset Management System (TAMS). This information will also be used for scoping purposes to effectively and efficiently design storm water infrastructure.

Date posted: 03/20/2024
Due date: 04/03/2024

Asbestos and Regulated Waste Construction Monitoring Oversight Blatnik Bridge Replacement – TH 535

Brief Description: The Blatnik Bridge Replacement is a 10-year MnDOT project in Duluth, MN and Superior, WI. Construction will entail removing and realigning the current bridge piers and realigning I-535 on the ground. Asbestos and/or PCB-containing materials have a high potential of being found dumped/buried throughout the project. MnDOT is requesting responses to ensure the potential asbestos and PCB-containing materials are correctly managed as soil is moved. The Selected Responder will supply MnDOT’s Project Manager with removal reports showing the regulated materials were properly managed. The goal of this project is to provide Oversight to properly manage asbestos and PCB-containing materials according to Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)/Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)/Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements/regulations and MnDOT protocol prior to road construction and bridge demolition.

Date posted: 03/18/2024
Due date: 04/03/2024

Spill Response Project Management Assistance

Brief Description: The purpose of this work is to provide MnDOT’s Office of Environmental Stewardship (OES) with on-call support of highway spill response cleanup project management. The support will include reviewing and managing the OES Spill Response Email Inbox, communicating with MnDOT District staff, sending Spill Notification Letters to responsible parties, working closely with responsible parties and their consultants, and reviewing cleanup work plans and reports to make certain highway spills in the right of way are cleaned up according to MnDOT’s procedures and requirements. Work will be primarily conducted out of Selected Responder’s home office, with occasional visits to MnDOT’s Central Office and Greater Minnesota for meetings and/or to provide training. Responders who are currently on the State of Minnesota list for Emergency Response are considered a conflict of interest and therefore not eligible to apply. Responders who have completed spill cleanups in the past are able to respond to this posting. The Responder awarded this contract will not be able to perform cleanups on MnDOT right of way on behalf of a responsible party. This applies only to MnDOT’s state highway and the interstate system.

Date posted: 03/18/2024
Due date: 04/01/2024

  • Announcement
  • Scope of Work
  • Official List: In order to submit a letter of interest to this project, consultants must be pre-qualified in the following work types:
    • 5.4 Contaminated Property Investigation - Level I

Veteran’s Memorial Bridge 07042 Re-deck, Bridge 52009 Preservation

Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for the re-deck design and plan preparation for Bridge 07042, which carries Old US 169 over the Minnesota River, Union Pacific Railroad, and city streets in Mankato, Minnesota. The contract also includes preservation design and plan preparation for nearby Bridge 52009. The goal of this project is to produce certified bridge construction plans and all Division SB special provisions to complete the programmed re-decking and preservation activities for the bridges.

Date posted: 03/13/2024
Due date: 04/04/2024

Hwy 97 Forest Lake Communications and Outreach Project

Brief Description: The State seeks a Contractor to provide construction communications and outreach work for a two-year pavement reconstruction project on Highway 97 between I-35 and Hwy 61 in Forest Lake. Project construction is anticipated to start in Spring 2025 and continue through late fall 2026, with outreach starting as soon as the contract is executed in Spring 2024. The Contractor will possess strong expertise in mass communications writing, business and community outreach, social media, and strategic marketing. The Contractor will prepare a cost-effective communication and outreach work plan that includes traditional and non-traditional communications and outreach strategies. The goal of this project is to create better awareness of this work by communicating before and during construction about the traffic impacts and delays. Communication will occur in a timely manner to all audiences, promoting the use of 511mn.org and the website for accurate up-to-the-minute information and help ease congestion by educating motorists about alternative routes.

Date posted: 03/07/2024
Due date: 03/28/2024

Region 5/7E Long Range Transportation Plans

Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest to develop Long-Range Transportation Plans (LRTP’s) for Region 5 and 7E. MnDOT District 3 will be the fiscal agent and overall project manager for the LRTP project, while each Region’s Transportation Planner will provide agency management of PMT and TAC meetings. The goal of this project is to establish a transportation vision and corresponding set of transportation goals, objectives, strategies, and actions for each region to achieve. Proposed plans would consider or integrate state, regional, and local plans; identify transportation needs and solutions with emphasis on federal aid eligible routes; and provide for coordination with planned District trunk highway investments. LRTP’s will aid in identification prioritization of transportation investments within the Central MN Area Transportation Partnership's programming area.

Date posted: 03/04/2024
Due date: 04/02/2024