MPCA: stormwater culvert repair & site restoration

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is seeking a contractor for a stormwater culvert repair and site restoration project located at the Lindala Closed Landfill in Annandale, Wright County, Minnesota. This Request for Bid (RFB) requires a qualified contractor to complete specific infrastructure rehabilitation tasks, including excavation and replacement of damaged stormwater control piping, securing piping to a manhole, reseeding of landfill cover areas, and comprehensive site restoration. All bid responses must be submitted electronically through the SWIFT Supplier Portal by April 29, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time, with a mandatory questions deadline of April 23, 2024. The project has a defined completion date of June 22, 2024, and requires strict adherence to the provided specifications and attachments. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on total bid price, contractor qualifications, and ability to meet the project's technical requirements and timeline. Contractors must carefully review all attached documentation, including the Request for Bid, sample contract, and exhibits to ensure compliance with project specifications.

The State of Minnesota demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion in public procurement, encouraging participation from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with substantial physical disabilities. Contractors must be registered with the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry prior to contract award, and non-Minnesota contractors may be subject to additional tax withholding requirements. The estimated contract value ranges from $25,000 to $30,000, with pricing to be comprehensively evaluated based on the total bid submission. Bidders are required to use the provided price schedule, and failure to do so may result in bid rejection. The state also offers a veteran-owned preference and requires a solicitation bond as part of the bidding process. Contractors needing assistance with registration or bid submission can contact the SWIFT Contractor Assistance Helpdesk at 651-201-8100, Option 1.