MnDOT's standard delivery method of proposals/responses is electronic. Hard copies may be requested in special circumstances. Refer to each individual solicitation for specific proposal submittal requirements.
When responding to a solicitation please make sure you are receiving a confirmation from MnDOT. If you do not, please reach out to the Contract Administrator identified in the solicitation.
PT Notices
MnDOT solicits P/T projects in a variety of ways. P/T notices are open to both pre-qualified consultants only and to the general public. Each section below describes the process being utilized, and the consultants eligible to respond. All documents on this page are in PDF format unless otherwise noted.
MnDOT maintains a list of potential, upcoming Professional/Technical projects. This list is updated on a regular basis, and is provided to help consultants plan and prepare for upcoming solicitations. Refer to the link below for the most up to date version.
Work Force and Equal Pay Declaration Page and Resident Vendor Form
In an effort to reduce the redundancy of forms being submitted during the solicitation process, consultants can now submit certain forms to Consultant Services. Consultant Services will save the forms so that they are accessible to all MnDOT contract administrators for review during a solicitation process. The following forms may be submitted to Consultant Services at ProfessionalTechnicalContractForms.dot@state.mn.us:
Workforce and Equal Pay Declaration Page MnDOT Consultant Services will only store this document if a firm is a Certificate Holder or Exempt. Must identify the certification end date on the document. If at any point there is a status change, you submit an updated declaration page. Please note, if the information on file is not up to date, it may impact payments or contract executions. If you are unsure of your certification end date visit Contractor Status / Minnesota.gov (mn.gov).
Resident Vendor Form Form must be submitted every 12 months OR if Resident Vendor status changes.
New Solicitation Forms Packet
In an effort to reduce the amount of data entry on the forms submitted with a solicitation, we've created a Solicitation Forms Packet in Adobe Forms. The packet is a compilation of the forms that may be required for a solicitation. The Adobe form will auto populate data entered, throughout the packet so it only needs to be entered once. The forms must be signed individually to acknowledge that each form was reviewed. This can also be found on the Contract Documents page. The posted solicitation will still include a regular .pdf of the forms if you would like to continue to use those.
Notices for Potential Responder Information and Feedback
Meeting Notices, Draft Scopes/Solicitations, Etc.
The following section is used to advertise informational notices. For example, informational meeting notices on an upcoming project; draft scopes of work/RFP's for industry review and/or comment; etc.
None at this time.
Notices for Targeted Group (TG)/Veteran Owned (VET)/Economically Disadvantaged (ED) Consultants
Sheltered Market Pilot Project Request for Proposals
This Sheltered Market procurement is issued under the authority designated in Minnesota Statute §16C.16, subd. 6(c). Only businesses certified by the Office of Equity in Procurement as a TGB/ED/VO are eligible to respond. In order to be an eligible responder to submit a proposal for the following solicitation, the prime responder must be a certified at the time of posting and as a prime responder, must add value to the project.
None Available at this Time
Minnesota's commitment to diversity and inclusion
The State of Minnesota is committed to diversity and inclusion in its public procurement process. The goal is to ensure that those providing services to the State are representative of our Minnesota communities and include businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and those with substantial physical disabilities. Creating broader opportunities for historically under-represented groups provides for additional options and greater competition in the marketplace, creates stronger relationships and engagement within our communities, and fosters economic development and equality.
Whenever possible, MnDOT strongly encourages the use of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE's), Targeted Group Businesses (TGB's) and Veteran Owned Businesses (VET).
Important note
The TGB and the DBE programs are different programs. If a project has a TGB goal set, then responders must be looking at TGB firms for the goal. Likewise, if a project has a DBE goal set, then responders must be looking at DBE firms. TGB and DBE are not used interchangeably. For additional information about small business programs, please visit MnDOT’s Civil Rights website at mndot.gov/civilrights.
Notices Open To All Consultants
The following section lists all current P/T RFPs, Informal Solicitations and Quick Call for Proposals. Note: you do not need to be pre-qualified or on any current MnDOT Certified List Programs to respond to these advertisements. P/T solicitations will be posted solely on this webpage, along with all supporting documentation, addendums, questions and/or other related issues. As a potential responder, you are responsible for checking back for changes, addendums and/or questions that have been answered and posted. Each solicitation will identify the last date to submit questions, along with an anticipated date the answers will be posted.
Research Services Academic Research Program – Multi-Award
Brief description: MnDOT is requesting proposals from colleges and universities for providing academic research on a wide variety of transportation-related topics. Contracts under this program will include research support, implementation and technology transfer and education activities. The intent of this RFP is to establish a list of qualified academic institutions to address specific research issues identified by MnDOT requiring expertise not available within MnDOT. MnDOT will offer contracts for research services to multiple, qualified successful responders. These contracts will provide a mechanism for obtaining transportation research in a convenient and timely manner.
Research Implementation Committee: Implementation of Research Findings (Fiscal Year 2026-2030)
Brief description: The goal of this program is to deliver to end-users (Minnesota local agencies) the results of applied research conducted by the LRRB, MnDOT, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and local agency generated implementation ideas, through the development and delivery of end-user products most suitable to meet the needs of local agencies. The practical application of emerging methods, processes, procedures, and materials will be accomplished through the development and delivery of end-user products including, but not limited to, resource guides, best practices manuals, executive summaries, interactive computer programs, websites/web applications, webinars, seminars, workshops, training materials, field manuals, articles, and videos. The application of these end-user products may vary depending on the intended audience, purpose, and topic.
Brief description: MnDOT requests proposals for a comprehensive study on wayside detector systems and other rail inspection technologies. This study is a response to proposed legislation mandating defect detection systems to improve railway safety. It will explore existing technologies, operational impacts, safety enhancements, and the costs associated with implementing wayside detector systems across the State of Minnesota.
Brief description: MnDOT requests proposals for to deliver a detailed preliminary and final geometric layout, and final plan set for project State Project (SP) 7319-42 that is located on Trunk Highway (TH) 71 in the City of Sauk Centre. The goal of this project is to is to deliver a biddable plan set for our project on TH 71 in the City of Sauk Centre.
2025 Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing Services – Master Contract Program
Brief description: MnDOT requests responses to provide aerial and terrestrial based photogrammetry and remote sensing data to support surveying, project design, construction, acquisition of right-of-way, maintenance, asset inventory, and safety updates to Minnesota’s trunk highway system.
Brief description: The purpose of this project is to allow industry and transportation partners to propose innovative projects with the potential to advance Connected and Automated Vehicle (CAV) technologies in Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) desires a wide variety of project ideas from multiple organizations to establish Minnesota as a leader in CAV initiates. This solicitation is being conducted as an open, on-going request for proposals allowing potential responders to submit a proposal at any time. Proposals will be considered on a pre-determined review cycle outlined in this document. This is an opportunity for new and emerging CAV technologies to be developed, tested, and demonstrated in Minnesota. It is anticipated that this solicitation will result in multiple contract awards. The number of contracts awarded will depend on the size of projects submitted and available funding.
Date posted:08/19/2020 Due date: 02/10/2023, 06/09/2023, 10/13/2023, 02/09/2024, 06/14/2024
In order to be eligible as a responder to submit a letter of interest to a project identified below, the prime consultant must 1) be pre-qualified in at least of one work type identified on the project, 2) be pre-qualified at the time the project is posted, 3) add value to the project, and 4) appear on the Official List posted with the project. Each project below has its own "Official List," which identifies the consultants who are eligible to submit for that specific project.
If the responder meets the eligibility requirements above but is not pre-qualified for the remaining work types deemed necessary for project, they must make arrangements to subcontract with firms that are pre-qualified in those work types.
When applicable, the consultant must identify in the letter of interest their sub-consultant(s), and which work type(s) the sub-consultant(s) will be completing. If there are not firms currently listed on the "Official List" for an identified work type(s), the consultant may provide the work themselves or they may subcontract with any firm.
Park Rapids Corridor Study
Brief description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for completion of a corridor study and establishment of a preferred alternative layout on Trunk Highways 34 and 71 in the City of Park Rapids. The goal of this project is to provide context analysis and guidance to the State for future improvements.
Official List : In order to submit a letter of interest to this project, consultants must be pre-qualified in the following work types:
7.12 Planning - Class II
14.7 Traffic Engineering Special Studies
21.1 Communications and Public Engagement Project Mgmt.
2025 District One Plant Monitoring
Brief description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for certified bituminous and concrete plant inspectors for projects in District One for the 2025 construction season. The goal of this project is to provide bituminous and concrete plant monitoring on construction projects in NE Minnesota for the 2025 construction season.
11.6 Materials Sampling and Testing - Plant Inspection/Concrete
Preliminary and Final Design: SP 8005-22 US 71 & MN 87 Reclamation and Urban Reconstruction in Menahga
Brief description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for a full depth reclamation including guardrail upgrades, culvert replacements, ADA updates, and urban reconstruction on US 71 through the city of Menahga including city sanitary and storm sewer replacements. This Professional Technical contract will provide the State preliminary engineering services to develop a staff approved level 2 Geometric layout and approved environmental document (Categorical Exclusion [CATEX]). The geometric layout will be accompanied by a detailed set of cross sections and construction limits developed in Bentley Open Roads Design software to support Right of Way (ROW) acquisition and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process and permitting. This Professional Technical contract will also provide the State final design services to develop a final biddable plan, specification, and estimate package to bring the project to letting on time on January 26, 2028 within budget.
Official List : In order to submit a letter of interest to this project, consultants must be pre-qualified in the following work types:
1.12 Planning Environmental Documentation - Class II Actions
1.22 Geometric Layouts - Level 2
2.12 Highway Design - Level 2
21.1 Communications and Public Engagement Project Mgmt.
TH 3 Corridor Visioning Study
Brief description: MnDOT requests letters of interest for the Trunk Highway (TH) 3 Corridor Visioning Study that covers a 12.5-mile section between Rosemount and Inver Grove Heights, aiming to assess and improve the corridor’s future performance and safety. Key tasks include project management, stakeholder engagement, and public outreach to gather input on transportation needs and potential improvements. The study will analyze current conditions, forecast future traffic patterns, and develop alternative design concepts to enhance multi-modal access and safety. Final deliverables will include a report summarizing findings, public feedback, and recommendations for future projects, ensuring alignment with accessibility, safety, and equity goals.
Date posted:01/02/2025 Due date: 02/07/2025 - Updated 1/27*
