Snow Removal Ridgewater Willmar Campus

Minnesota State is requesting proposals for three-year snow removal services at Ridgewater College's Willmar Campus, with proposals due July 22, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. CDT and an informational meeting at the campus on the same day at 11:00 a.m.

The scope covers comprehensive snow removal and plowing for all parking areas, drives, entrances, and receiving areas on the Willmar Campus. Snow accumulation of 2.0 inches or more must be removed no later than 7:00 a.m. Vendors must provide detailed equipment lists with specifications and hourly rates and complete pre-award inspections with the Physical Plant Director. The contract runs November 30 through April 30 for fiscal years 2027, 2028, and 2029, with potential one-year extensions up to a maximum of five years total. Contract effectiveness is September 30, 2026.

Pricing is structured as fixed lump-sum bids for each fiscal year. Payment terms are Net 30. The vendor must carry liability and worker's compensation insurance and is responsible for all damage to college property with repairs required within 15 days of assessment.

Evaluation criteria are weighted as follows: Adherence to Terms and Conditions (10 percent), Work Plan (30 percent), Cost/Value (35 percent), Qualifications (20 percent), and Completeness of Response (10 percent). All submissions must be made through Minnesota State's e-procurement system exclusively. Respondents must submit a notarized Affidavit of Non-Collusion and Affirmative Action declaration to avoid disqualification.