Requests for Proposals

Requests for Proposals (RFPs)

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AIRPORT ENGINEERING AND PLANNING SERVICES. The City of Buffalo, Minnesota is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified airport consultants to provide professional engineering, environmental, and planning services for the Buffalo Municipal Airport. This RFQ is not for a specific project, but rather to establish a qualified consultant (or consultant team) for as-needed services over the next five (5) years. Professional, technical, and advisory services are needed for projects identified in the Airport’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). For more details on this release, please view the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) document (PDF). For more information, please contact Airport Manager, Chris Fredrick at [email protected].

AIRPORT ENGINEERING AND PLANNING SERVICES. The City of Fairmont, Minnesota is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified airport consultants to provide professional engineering, environmental, and planning services for the Fairmont Municipal Airport. This request is not for a specific project, but to establish a qualified consultant for anticipated projects from 2026–2030, subject to Federal and State funding. Services may include planning, design, bidding, construction administration, and environmental studies related to projects identified in the Airport Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). For more information or to obtain the full SOQ, please visit  Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) document or contact Airport Manager Lee Steinkamp at 507-235-6160 or [email protected]. Deadline: May 11, 2026.

ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING SERVICES. The City of Chaska is requesting proposals for Architectural and Engineering for full A/E design and construction services for a proposed new Chaska Library Building. Proposals are due by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Project description, scheduling, project scope, submission requirements, and method of selection can be found in the RFP on the City’s website. Questions can be directed to Elise Durbin, Assistant City Administrator, at [email protected].   

BOOKKEEPING AND FINANCIAL SERVICES. Lakes Area Community Television (LATV 10), serving Forest Lake and Columbus MN, seeks qualified bookkeeping or financial management professionals to support day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with public-sector accounting standards. Scope includes general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, monthly reconciliations, financial reporting, budget tracking, fund/grant accounting, and audit preparation. The selected provider will also help strengthen internal controls and improve financial systems and workflows. Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years of experience, preferably with governmental, nonprofit, or joint powers entities, and are familiar with fund accounting and audit support. Proposals must include qualifications, relevant experience, service approach, fees, and references. The proposal deadline is June 1, 2026 at 5 p.m.. To view the full RFP, please visit the Forest Lake website. Please submit questions to Renee Feagan by May 15. 

CATCH BASIN REPAIR PROJECT NO. 26484957. The City of Twin Lakes will be accepting sealed bids until May 1, 2026, at 12 p.m. for catch basin repair, and will open said bids on May 4, 2026, at 5 p.m. during the Council Meeting. Scope of Work: Catch basin repair, including but not limited to a cinder block lining measuring 6’ long by 6’ wide and 4’ deep, and 1 CY of asphalt. Contact City Clerk Keith Haskell for details. P.O. Box 428 101 Main Street West Twin Lakes, MN, or by phone: 56089 507-852-2155.

COMPENSATION AND CLASSIFICATION STUDY. The City of Edina is requesting proposals from a firm or team of professionals with proven experience in analyzing current and projected classification and compensation structures of similar positioned public entities. The full RFP is available on the City’s website. Direct questions to Cassi McMayer at [email protected]  Proposals are due by 3:30 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE. The City of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota is soliciting proposals from qualified planning and multidisciplinary consulting teams to assist with the preparation, engagement, and adoption of a city-wide update to the City’s Comprehensive Plan with a planning horizon to the year 2050.The full RFP is available on the City’s website. Direct questions to Kevin Shay at [email protected]. Proposals are due on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 4 p.m.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE. The City of St. Louis Park is seeking proposals for creating a comprehensive plan that translates our community’s vision into clear direction, measurable action and lasting impact. The full RFP is available on the City’s website. Direct questions to Laura Chamberlain at [email protected]. Proposals are due by 1 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE. The City of Mountain Iron is seeking proposals from qualified planning consultants to lead the update of its Comprehensive Plan. The selected firm is expected to collaborate closely with City staff, City Council, Commissions, engineering consultants, residents, and community stakeholders to develop and oversee the update to ensure the plan complies with Minnesota Statutes. A full copy of the RFP is available at: www.mtniron.com. Proposals are due by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026.

CONSULTANT CITY PLANNER SERVICES. The City of Oak Park Heights is seeking proposals for consultant City Planner services. This vital role involves serving as the primary planning resource to manage land use, zoning administration, and development review functions. The selected professional will work closely with City staff, appointed officials, and elected officials to ensure all actions align with the community’s long-term goals and comprehensive plan. Qualified firms or individuals interested in this opportunity can obtain a copy of the RFP by visiting the City’s website. All completed proposals must be submitted electronically to Jacob Rife, City Administrator at [email protected] no later than 4 p.m. on May 15, 2026. 

CULVERT REPAIR PROJECT NO. 2658457. The City of Twin Lakes will be accepting sealed bids by May 1 at 12 p.m. for its culvert repair project. They will be opened at a council meeting on May 4 at 5 p.m. Scope of Work: Remove and replace 1 each of a concrete culvert 60’ long x 48” in diameter, 1 CY class 5 gravel, 2 CY sand and 1 CY asphalt. For questions, please contact Keith Haskell, city clerk: P.O. Box 428 101 Main Street West, Twin Lakes, Minnesota 56089 (Telephone: 507-852-2155) [email protected]

DEVELOPMENT. The City of Caledonia is seeking proposals for the purchase and development of City owned land at 615 W Washington Street. A paper copy of the RFP is available at City Hall or on the City’s website. Call Jake Dickson with any questions at 507-725-3450. 

FACILITIES SYSTEM PLAN. The City of West St. Paul, Minnesota is seeking qualifications and fee proposals from architectural and planning firms for a Facilities System Plan. The plan will assess the City’s existing public facilities, evaluate the full range of options for meeting current and future needs, and produce a phasing and sequencing strategy across a 10 to 20 year planning horizon. The City is looking for a firm with strong experience in public sector facilities planning, the ability to think in systems terms where every facility decision affects the others, and a track record of producing concise, decision-ready analysis. The full RFQ and supporting documents are available at Request for Proposals | West St. Paul, MN – Official Website. Submittals are due Friday, May 22, 2026 at 4 p.m. Direct questions to Nate Burkett, City Manager, at [email protected].

HISTORIC PROPERTY FOR SALE. The City of Hopkins is seeking proposals from qualified buyers to purchase and adaptively reuse the historic Albert Pike Masonic Lodge at 907 Mainstreet. Built in 1902 and currently vacant, the property is located in downtown Hopkins. The City’s goals are to ensure responsible stewardship, prevent demolition of key historic elements, and select a buyer who can close promptly and deliver a feasible, community-oriented use that enhances downtown activity. A full copy of the RFP is available on the City of Hopkins website here. Questions can be directed to Community Development Manager Revee Needham at [email protected]. Proposals are due by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

LOW VOLTAGE CONTRACTOR. The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD) is soliciting proposals from qualified low-voltage contractors to provide on-call installation, repair, expansion, and troubleshooting services for fire alarm systems, access control systems, and security camera systems across multiple District facilities. The district’s full RFP and more information can be found at Home – Metropolitan Mosquito Control District. Qualified firms should submit proposals via email in PDF format to Jennifer Macchia at [email protected] no later than 3:30 p.m. CST on May 4. You may also contact Tim Stich at [email protected] with any questions related to the RFP.

MINOR AND INTERMEDIATE FACILITIES MAINTENANCE AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND SURVEY SERVICE PROVIDER. The Hibbing Public Utilities, Hibbing, Minnesota is requesting qualified Architectural, Engineering and Survey (A/E/S) service providers to submit an SF330 form and applicable supporting information to qualify for HPU’s facilities maintenance and capital improvement projects to be awarded for 2026-2030 quinquennium.  To obtain a full copy of the RFQ, please email to [email protected] with subject line “SF330 RFQ – Small and Intermediate Projects. Deadline:  SF 330 & SOQ submittal deadline June 12, 2026.

OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE/CAPITAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES. The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD) in St. Paul, Minnesota, is requesting proposals from qualified firms to provide Owner’s Representative and Capital Project Management services. This RFP seeks a consultant to provide strategic guidance, coordination, and oversight for projects identified in the District’s capital plan. Key initiatives include the St. Paul Lab Renovation, which requires managing construction phasing in an occupied facility, and the Maple Grove Warehouse project. Services will also cover capital maintenance coordination for boiler and elevator systems. Please visit the website the obtain the full RFP. The deadline for proposals is June 12, 2026 at 5 p.m.

PARKS AND RECREATION FRAMEWORK PLAN. The City of Elk River is seeking proposals to create a framework plan to guide the city’s parks and recreation system over the next decade. The full RFP is available on the city’s website. Questions should be directed to Jeff Shelby at [email protected]. Proposals are due by 12 p.m. on May 12, 2026.

REDEVELOPMENT. The City of Cloquet Economic Development Authority (Cloquet EDA) is seeking a qualified long-term development partner with past successful experience utilizing state and federal brownfield funding to initiate cleaning up industrial sites and then successfully redeveloping sites into viable mixed-use projects.  The Cloquet EDA has released a Request for Proposals for the Redevelopment of Brenny Dahl Block Plant in Cloquet. The site is nestled into the crown jewel of the city’s park system, Pine Valley Recreation Area, and adjacent Northwoods Credit Union Arena, and is privately owned featuring approximately eight (8) acres of developable land along the South Highway 33 corridor in Cloquet, MN. The Cloquet EDA, in partnership with the Arrowhead Regional Development Commission and project consultant Stantec, leveraged over $100,000 in federal Environmental Protection Agency funding for environmental due diligence and redevelopment master planning vetted with commercial, hospitality, and housing real estate demand analysis for this site. Proposals are due by 4 p.m. on Friday May 22, 2026. For questions, contact the City of Cloquet Community Development Director Holly Hansen at: [email protected]; 218-879-2507 x4.

REFUSE & RECYCLING HAULING SERVICES. The City of Le Sueur is requesting proposals from qualified companies who are interested in providing contractual Residential Refuse & Recycling Hauling Services. A full copy of the Request for Proposals can be found on the City of Le Sueur website. All proposals should be sent to the City of Le Sueur attn: Office of the City Administrator, City of Le Sueur, 203 South Second Street, Le Sueur, MN 56058. The deadline for submissions is 4 p.m. on June 5, 2026. For more information, contact Joe Roby, City Administrator, at (507) 593-8315 or [email protected].

REPAIR OF UTILITY ACCESS ROAD PROJECT NO. 26933967. The city of Twin Lakes will accept sealed bids by May 1, 2026, at 12 p.m. for the furnishing of work and materials for the repair of a utility access road. Bids will be opened May 4 at the 5 p.m. council meeting. Scope of Work: Repairs of a utility access road, including 70 LF of ditches and using 36 CY of class 5 gravel. Contact Clerk/Treasurer Keith Haskell P.O. box 428, 101 Main St West Twin Lakes MN 56089 507-852-2155.