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.
DBE Program
Recently, the Trump Administration announced significant changes to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program – a program that is critical to ensure we have a broad and diverse base of contractors working on federally funded MnDOT projects across the state.
The US DOT issued an Interim Final Rule (IFR) published Friday, Oct. 3, that mandates states remove race and gender presumptions that help businesses qualify as DBEs and requires all currently certified DBE firms to individually demonstrate social and economic disadvantage, without regard to race or sex, if they want to re-qualify as a DBE.
MnDOT is actively reviewing this direction and assessing the options we have to both stay true to our values and successfully deliver a multimodal transportation system that maximizes the health of people, the environment and our economy. While we don’t have all the answers today, we will remain in touch as we navigate this large change.
TGB Program
MnDOT strongly supports our TGB program – it brings tremendous value to the work we do, and we remain committed to this program. We’ve been assessing impacts of legal challenges around the country to programs like this and the potential impacts to us, to our important TGB community and the future of the TGB program here in MN. At this time, we are not making changes to the program, and we plan to engage with our stakeholders moving forward ahead of making any changes. We are committed to keeping you informed as we move forward.
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.
Districts/Offices: Please submit potential projects to the MnDOT PT Inbox (ptinbox.dot@state.mn.us). Make sure to include the following information: Office/District, Project Title, Projects Description (including the selection method if available), Contact Person, identify if the PT contract will be state or federal funded.
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.
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.
Blatnik Design-Build – Specialized Bridge Construction Oversight
This is a courtesy review opportunity for the industry, for the following project:
The goal of this project is to for a Contractor to provide specialized bridge construction oversight for the Blatnik Bridge replacement project. The goal of this contract is for MnDOT to receive assistance in performing specialized bridge construction engineering services/inspection oversight to ensure the Design-Build Construction contractor (DB contractor) is meeting all requirements of the Design-Build Conformed Contract for the Project.
While industry comments are encouraged, these comments will be used at MnDOT's discretion. No response is guaranteed; no posted response is anticipated. After the review period, MnDOT anticipates posting the final solicitation for official public notice. Submission of questions and/or comments will not be a prerequisite for responding to the resulting solicitation.
The below Draft RFP and scope of work will be posted until January 2, 2026. Comments must be received by 4:00 p.m. on January 2, 2026 and must be directed to Cole Maetzold at cole.a.maetzold@state.mn.us.
This is a courtesy review opportunity for the industry, for the following project:
The goal of this project is to for a Contractor to provide design oversight verification for the Blatnik Bridge replacement project. The goal of this contract is for MnDOT to receive assistance in performing the tasks necessary to review the Design-Build Construction contractor’s (DB contractor) designs and that they are meeting all requirements of the Design-Build Conformed Contract for the Project.
While industry comments are encouraged, these comments will be used at MnDOT's discretion. No response is guaranteed; no posted response is anticipated. After the review period, MnDOT anticipates posting the final solicitation for official public notice. Submission of questions and/or comments will not be a prerequisite for responding to the resulting solicitation.
The below Draft RFP and scope of work will be posted until January 2, 2026. Comments must be received by 4:00 p.m. on January 2, 2026 and must be directed to Cole Maetzold at cole.a.maetzold@state.mn.us.
DRAFT SCOPE OF WORK FOR INDUSTRY REVIEW: I494 Project 2 Design Build Verification Team
This is a courtesy review opportunity for the industry, for the following project:
The goal of this project is to for a Contractor to provide design and construction verification for Project 2 on Interstate (I) 494 (SP 2785-462). The goal of the Design-Build Verification contract is for MnDOT to receive assistance in performing the tasks necessary to verify that the Design-Build contractor is in conformance with the Design-Build Conformed Contract.
While industry comments are encouraged, these comments will be used at MnDOT's discretion. No response is guaranteed; no posted response is anticipated. After the review period, MnDOT anticipates posting the final solicitation for official public notice. Submission of questions and/or comments will not be a prerequisite for responding to the resulting solicitation.
The below Draft RFP and scope of work will be posted until December 19, 2025. Comments must be received by 4:00 p.m. on December 19, 2025 and must be directed to Greg Asche at greg.asche@state.mn.us.
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.
None at this time.
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.
Walker South
Brief Description: MnDOT requests proposals for a phased contract including geometric layout and 30% plan completion (Phase 1) with potential of adding final design (Phase 2). The project Area is located on Trunk Highway (TH) 371 from the south unction with TH 200 to the City of Walker. This project will consist of a reclaim, with reconstruct segments where large changes to the profile are made, two new roundabouts, replacement of roadside infrastructure in poor condition, a center buffer zone or a Two Way Left Turn Lane through the whole road segment, and a new trail segment. Roadway widening will be required to accommodate the addition of the buffer zone and extend the Two Way Left Turn Lane. The primary goal of this project is to utilize alternatives identified from a previous TH 371 corridor study to arrive at an approved layout and 30% plan completion (Phase 1).
Brief Description: MnDOT is working to improve the establishment of roadside vegetation on construction projects. This requires more frequent monitoring of newly planted roadsides and more pro-active adaptive management. That, in turn, requires an inspection workforce that is skilled in identifying plant species at the seedling stage. This project will develop a field guide for identification of seedlings in MnDOT standard seed mixes, seedlings of common weed species, and evaluation of overall stand establishment.
Brief Description: MnDOT requests proposals for a Work Zone Speed Safety Camera (SSC) Pilot Program (Program) that conforms with Minnesota Bill HF 5247 that was signed into law in May of 2024. The law provides MnDOT the authority to implement a speed safety camera pilot program that provides for education of speeding violations within work zones. This is a Request for Proposals (hereinafter referred to as the RFP) to qualified companies that can provide a work zone SSC system (System) for designated locations on the MnDOT roadway system. This Program will be for a complete “turnkey” operation, including the equipment, site design, installation, maintenance, calibration, operations, and removal of equipment, as well as, violation screening, violation processing (issuing warning of a violation), data collection, training, and continuing performance of the hardware, software, and supporting services needed for the System to function properly with the needed parameters that MnDOT will require.
Statewide Multimodal Transportation Plan 2027 Update
Brief Description: MnDOT’s Statewide Multimodal Transportation Plan (SMTP) is Minnesota’s highest level transportation policy plan. It sets the direction for all other transportation planning work in the state of Minnesota. The SMTP has a 20-year planning horizon and is updated every five years as per federal and state statute. Stakeholders and the public provide input throughout the update process through advisory committees, working groups, and public engagement activities. Consultant work will include support for those meetings and activities and graphic design. Consultant is required to have a working knowledge of the Public Participation and Communications plans. Contract length will be approximately 2 years.
Brief Description: MnDOT requests proposals for an updated and improvement to the existing Land Use Compatibility Manual and associated planning tools to reflect the changes in state statute, federal policy, and industry trends that have occurred since then. An improved manual will serve as a convenient and authoritative reference for local zoning authorities and planners to understand the principles of airport land use compatibility and applicable strategies to promote and maintain aviation safety.
Independent Cost Estimating & Engineering’s Estimating Services for the TH 61 Reconstruction CMGC Project
Brief Description: MnDOT requests responses for Independent Cost Estimating (ICE) and Engineer’s Estimating (EE) Services for the Trunk Highway (TH) 61 Reconstruction Construction Manager/ General Contractor (CMGC) project in Hastings, Minnesota. The ICE and EE services for this project will be provided with two separate contracts, performed by two separate contractors. The scope of work in this RFP is applicable to both the ICE and EE services; however, it should be noted that the ICE Contractor will work under the direction of MnDOT’s CMGC Program Manager and the EE Contractor will work under the direction of MnDOT’s Estimating Engineer. Responder’s submission of a proposal is acknowledgement that Responder may be assigned, at the discretion of MnDOT, the ICE or EE services contract.
Brief Description: MnDOT requests proposals to complete a dynamic, continuously updated Aviation Economic Impact Plan. This Plan will quantify direct, indirect, and induced economic impacts from Minnesota’s 132 public-use airports, providing a valuable foundation for strategic aviation policy and investment decisions. The Plan will be developed in partnership with a Minnesota-based academic institution, promoting local economic insight, methodological rigor, and continuity of research and application. The goal of this project is to create a continuous process for analyzing the economic impact of Minnesota’s public-use airports and highlight aviation’s contributions to Minnesota’s broader economy.
Brief Description: The Office of Transit and Active Transportation (OTAT) at Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is developing the first Statewide Shared Mobility Plan to build on work captured in previous interrelated plans and initiated through current programs including, but not limited to MnDOT’s, Moving Greater Minnesota Forward Program, Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS), the Minnesota Shared Use Mobility Collaborative’s 2017 Twin Cities Shared Mobility Plan and MnDOT’s Greater Minnesota Transit Plan (in progress). The goal of this strategic planning process is to engage stakeholders from across the state to develop a vision, goals and strategies to continue to support and expand shared mobility initiatives based on specific needs and opportunities in rural, tribal, suburban, and urban areas.
CFI Phase 1: Preconstruction – Greater Minnesota Infrastructure Electric Vehicle Community Program
Brief Description: The office of Transit and Active Transportation (OTAT) at the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is preparing to launch the Greater Minnesota Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Community Program funded in part, by a federal Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) grant (Round 1B) under the Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act (IIJA), aka the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, (BIL). MnDOT is currently seeking Proposals to assist with Phase 1: Pre-construction of the CFI program.
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.
Outreach & Construction Communications for the Highway 243 Osceola Bridge Replacement
Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for services to provide outreach and construction communications for the Highway (Hwy) 243 Osceola Bridge replacement project, State Project (SP) 1311-06. This multi-year construction project will require extensive engagement with a community that will have their primary connector route between Minnesota and Wisconsin closed for at least two years. The goal of this project is to enhance awareness of this work by proactively communicating traffic impacts and potential delays before and during construction about the traffic impacts and delays. Communication will occur in a timely manner to be shared 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, businesses and residents about alternative routes.
Official List: In order to submit a letter of interest to this project, consultants must be pre-qualified in the following work types:
21.1 Communications and Public Engagement Project Mgmt.
Complete Streets Assessment and Preliminary Design for State Project (SP) 4210-60
Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for a complete streets assessment, project development, and deliverables for SP 4210-60. SP 4210-60 is a full reconstruction of TH 68 in the City of Ghent along with a mill and overlay on the outer limits of town to tie into a previous SP 4210-49. The goal of this project is to provide the State with project development and deliverables needed to bring SP 4210-60 to the final design phase.
Date posted: 11/26/2025 Due date: 12/19/2025 - Updated*
Official List: In order to submit a letter of interest to this project, consultants must be pre-qualified in the following work types:
1.22 Geometric Layouts - Level 2
2.12 Highway Design - Level 2
7.12 Planning - Class II
14.42 Temporary Traffic Control Plan Design & Special Provisions - Level 2
14.7 Traffic Engineering Special Studies
21.1 Communications and Public Engagement Project Mgmt.
I-694 Transportation Corridor Study
Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for a Contractor to perform a transportation study on I-694 from Brooklyn Boulevard in Brooklyn Center to Lexington Avenue in Arden Hills to analyze current conditions and identify transportation safety that will help to inform future transportation improvements for the study corridor. The goal of this project is to understand the needs and opportunities of all transportation users of the corridor, identify transportation safety and mobility needs, develop and screen concepts that addresses those needs, and produce an implementation plan that will inform design and construction of future transportation improvements for the I-694 corridor from Brooklyn Boulevard in Brooklyn Center to Lexington Avenue in Arden Hills.
Official List: In order to submit a letter of interest to this project, consultants must be pre-qualified in the following work types:
7.13 Planning - Class III
I-694 Transportation Corridor Study Communications and Engagement
Brief Description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for a Contractor to provide communications, engagement and outreach services to support the planning technical services tasks and deliverables of the I-694 transportation corridor study, which will be procured and performed under a separate contract. The goal of this project is to develop a Stakeholder Public Involvement Plan that will support and guide communications and engagement for the I-694 transportation corridor study. The Contractor will be responsible for conducting business and community based organization outreach, public engagement, and implementing public meetings/surveys/pop-up events, and leading the creation and distribution of all materials related to the engagement and communications, including interim and final engagement reports.
