RECS RFP Geotechnical Exploration for BCA-Mankato

The State of Minnesota, specifically the Department of Public Safety and the Real Estate and Construction Services (RECS), is seeking professional geotechnical exploration services for the future Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) Office & Laboratory project in Mankato, Blue Earth County. The procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP) with project number 07MK0002, targeting professional services to conduct comprehensive geotechnical explorations at the proposed facility site. Deliverables will include detailed soil borings, analysis reports, and exploration findings to support the design and construction of a 44,000-54,000 square foot facility. Respondents must submit a qualifications proposal (Exhibit C) demonstrating expertise in geotechnical services, including key personnel backgrounds, relevant experience, and a detailed work methodology. Evaluation criteria will encompass key personnel qualifications, approach and methodology, unique qualifications, and fee proposal structures. A mandatory virtual bidders' meeting is scheduled for July 31, 2024, with proposals due by August 14, 2024 at 12:00 PM. The anticipated contract term runs from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2026, with potential extension options for an additional three years.

The procurement encourages participation from small businesses, minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, businesses owned by persons with disabilities, and businesses located in economically disadvantaged counties. Specific set-aside preferences will be given to certified Targeted Group (TG) and Economically Disadvantaged (ED) businesses, with additional considerations for veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned enterprises. Respondents must provide comprehensive insurance coverage and comply with state contract terms, including non-collusion affidavits and workforce certifications. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the project is part of a larger development involving Deep Valley Holdings, LLC and the Blue Earth County Justice Center Subdivision. The RFP requires a total not-to-exceed fee proposal with an attached hourly rate schedule, and reimbursables are not permitted. Although exact budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the project involves a significant infrastructure investment for a new state-level criminal apprehension facility, suggesting a substantial potential contract value for the selected geotechnical services provider.