Plumbing Service

Minnesota State University Moorhead is seeking qualified plumbing contractors to provide comprehensive plumbing services across its campus through a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued on May 21, 2025. The procurement opportunity covers routine maintenance, emergency repairs, and plumbing installations for academic buildings, residence halls, dining facilities, and administrative offices. Specific required services include pipe repairs and replacements, drain cleaning, sewer line maintenance, fixture installations, backflow prevention testing, and emergency services. The RFP is open from 5/21/2025 3:00 PM CDT to 6/20/2025 3:00 PM CDT, with an anticipated contract start date of 7/1/2025 for an initial three-year term, with potential two-year extension options. Evaluation will be conducted by the Executive Director of Facilities Management, Housing and Residential Life Building Maintenance Supervisor, and Campus Master Plumber, using a 100-point scoring system that heavily weights cost and value at 40 points. Contractors must submit comprehensive documentation through Minnesota State's e-procurement system, including company profiles, project understanding, qualifications, references, safety protocols, and compliance information. Pricing submissions must detail standard and non-standard hourly rates for Journeyman Trade, Master Plumber, and Apprentice levels, as well as emergency service rates.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors will be expected to provide comprehensive plumbing services that integrate with the existing campus infrastructure and maintenance systems. While a specific budget range is not disclosed in the available documentation, the three-year contract with potential two-year extension suggests a significant ongoing service commitment. The comprehensive nature of the RFP indicates that respondents should have robust operational capabilities, including the ability to provide emergency services, maintain flexible staffing levels, and demonstrate technical expertise across various plumbing domains. Successful vendors will need to show proven track records in managing complex institutional plumbing services, with strong emphasis on reliability, responsiveness, and cost-effectiveness. The university's selection process appears designed to identify a long-term partner capable of maintaining the institution's extensive plumbing infrastructure efficiently and professionally.