RECS Resolicit RFP Testing/Inspection Reno Phase 2

The Minnesota Department of Administration Real Estate and Construction Services (RECS) is soliciting proposals for construction testing and inspection services for the renovation of the Sunrise (North & West) and Tomlinson buildings at the Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) facility located in St. Peter, Minnesota. The project, identified as RECS Project #55SR0153, requires comprehensive testing and inspection services including geotechnical, concrete testing and inspection, structural steel testing and inspection, and other project-related testing and inspection activities. Proposals are due by 12:00 Noon CT on July 2, 2024, with the contract term anticipated to run from July 15, 2024, to July 14, 2026, and an option to extend for an additional three years. Respondents must submit a detailed fee proposal, qualifications proposal, and various exhibits demonstrating their technical capabilities, workforce diversity, and compliance with state requirements. The contract will be awarded to the most advantageous proposer based on evaluation criteria that assess technical expertise, proposed fees, and overall project approach.

The procurement includes preferences for certified targeted group (TG), economically disadvantaged (ED), and veteran-owned small businesses, with a 12% preference applied during proposal evaluation. Respondents must provide proof of insurance, complete non-collusion affidavits, workforce certificates, and comply with state and potential federal non-discrimination requirements. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, firms must submit detailed hourly rate schedules for all disciplines and subconsultants, with no markup allowed on subconsultant fees. The proposal requires comprehensive cost inclusion for all expenses, including printing, plans, delivery, electronic files, mail, phone, mileage, and travel. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, proposers are expected to provide a detailed, all-inclusive fee summary for basic professional and technical services across the Sunrise and Tomlinson buildings, with reimbursable expenses incorporated into the total compensation amount.