Requests for Proposals (RFPs)

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CITY ADMINISTRATOR. The North Branch City Council seeks experienced and qualified firms to assist with their search for the City’s next City Administrator. The firm must have demonstrated success in identifying executives for organizations of similar size and scope – particularly municipal organizations. The City Administrator is vacant due to the recent resignation of the previous City Administrator, who served in that capacity for the past seven (7) years. Proposals are due by 4:30 p.m. on May 22, 2024. Please review the Request for Proposal for expectations, scope of work and deliverables, schedule, and proposal submission and review process related to the selection of the executive recruitment firm. Details can be found here. 

COMPENSATION STUDY. The City of Excelsior is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms, experienced in the development of a job evaluation, compensation system, and benefits analysis. It is desired to obtain a consultant who will assist the City in conducting a full market analysis of our current pay/compensation package and developing wage scales. To obtain a full copy of the RFP, email Nalisha Williams at nwilliams@excelsiormn.org or at the city’s website, excelsiormn.org. The deadline to submit the RFP is Thursday, May 9 at 5:30 p.m. 

DOWNTOWN SMALL AREA PLAN. The City of Elk River is seeking Requests for Proposals for the 2024 Downtown Small Area Plan and requesting consultant services to aid in the development of a downtown area plan, creating a long-term vision for the broader district while developing a cohesive design standard along key corridors. A full copy of the RFP with instructions is available for download on the city’s website and click on “Related Documents”. Contact Zack Carlton AICP, Community Development Director, at zcarlton@ElkRiverMN.gov or 763-635-1032 with any questions. All proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. on May 24, 2024. 

FACILITATION SERVICES. The City of Eagan is seeking a consultant to facilitate a series of community conversations where community members can come together to discuss race and racism in their lives. The core question is: What can each of us do to ensure Eagan is an inclusive community where everyone thrives? With the help of a skilled facilitator, city staff will participate in the discussion alongside residents and community members. We anticipate this project to take place through many small group conversations, one large group, and creative pop-up activities. The consultant should have experience with inclusive, participatory public engagement and a demonstrated ability to elevate and protect participants of color. Contact Assistant City Administrator Sarah Alig at salig@cityofeagan.com (651) 675-5007 or visit the cityofeagan.com/rfp for more information. All proposals are due by 8 a.m. on Monday, May 13, 2024.

FIRE SERVICES EVALUATION. The City of Andover invites qualified firms to submit a proposal for consulting services to prepare a comprehensive service study for the City of Andover Fire Department. A full copy of the of the Request for Proposals (RFP) with instructions is available on the City of Andover website at https://www.andovermn.gov/531/Bids-Request-for-Proposals. Interested firms should submit their proposals by 4 p.m. on May 17, 2024.  Please contact Jake Griffiths, Associate Planner at j.griffiths@andovermn.gov or 763-767-5142 with any questions. 

FIRE STATION LOCATION STUDY. Inver Grove Heights is requesting proposals to determine whether the current location of our Fire Station #3 is the best location from which to serve current and future residents and businesses. (Phase 1 of this study).  If the current location of Station #3 is not a reasonable location from which to serve the community now and into the future, the City desires to identify alternative locations for a replacement Station #3 to be built. (Phase 2 of this study.) Deadline is May 20, 2024 at 10 a.m.. To obtain a copy of the RFP, go to City website: ighmn.gov/Bids. Questions may be directed to Judy Thill, Fire Chief, at 651-450-2495 or Jthill@ighmn.gov.

JOB CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION STUDY SERVICES. The City of Frazee is requesting proposals for a Job Classification and Compensation Study from experienced firms. Frazee’s objective for the conduct of this study is to review and update the existing job evaluation and classification system to ensure reasonable compensation relationships between the various job classifications, both internally and externally. The end report must conform to the standards for compliance with pay equity, Fair Labor Standards Act as well as all pertinent laws. Proposals are due by April 30, 2024 at 4 p.m. Please contact Stephanie Poegel (cityadmin@frazeecity.com or (218) 334-4991) with any questions. The full proposal and submittal instructions can be found at https://frazeecity.com/process.php?option=com_news&task=detail&id=91. 

LEGAL SERVICES. The City of Dayton’s EDA is looking for legal services. The purpose of this RFP is to engage legal professionals, to provide expert, per diem legal counsel and support as Dayton continues to experience rapid expansion and development. We are seeking services that include, but are not limited to, real estate transactions, zoning and land use, leasing, development agreements, and environmental compliance. If you have any questions about the RFP process or the RFP itself, please contact: Zach Doud, City Administrator Staff Liasion to the Dayton EDA 763-323-4010 zdoud@cityofdaytonmn.com RFP submittals due April 30,2024 by 5 p.m. the full RFP package is available on the City’s website: https://cityofdaytonmn.com/

MARKET ANALYSIS. The City of Cottage Grove is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to complete a market analysis and small area plan for the area near Highway 61 and Innovation Road. It is intended that the plan create a road map for ensuring an appropriate balance of commercial and residential uses, adopted as an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, and be a guide for future development, redevelopment, and decision making.  Proposals should be submitted to Emily Schmitz, Community Development Director eschmitz@cottagegrovemn.gov and questions should also be directed to the same. The RFP may be accessed at the following link: Request for Proposal | Cottage Grove, MN (cottagegrovemn.gov). Interested firms should submit their proposals by 3 p.m. on May 17, 2024.

MARKET ANALYSIS. The City of Becker is seeking proposals from qualified firms, teams, or individuals with experience in Market Analysis and Business Accelerator/Incubator Feasibility Study.  A full copy of the RFP with instructions can be found on the city website: https://www.ci.becker.mn.us/bids.aspx?bidID=31.  Proposals should be sent to nsmude@ci.becker.mn.us, no later than 12 p.m. Friday, May 31, 2024.  Please contact Nicole Smude, Economic Development Coordinator at nsmude@ci.becker.mn.usor (763) 200-4246 with any questions.

REAL ESTATE BROKER SERVICES. The City of Dayton Economic Development Authority (EDA), invites proposals from qualified, licensed, and certified real-estate brokers interested in forming a collaborative partnership. This partnership will focus on providing comprehensive real-estate brokerage services that support the EDA and its objective in promoting economic development through various property initiatives within Dayton. This RFP outlines the partnership goals, submission requirements, and selection criteria for a real-estate broker to collaborate with both the City of Dayton EDA. Any questions regarding the proposal should be directed to Zach Doud at (763) 323-4010 or zdoud@cityofdaytonmn.com Request for Proposals must be submitted to Dayton City Hall ATTN: EDA, 12260 South Diamond Lake Road, Dayton, MN 55327, no later than 11:00 a.m., April 30, 2024. For a full copy of the RFP see the City website: https://cityofdaytonmn.com/

TRAIL WORK. The City of Chisholm, Minnesota is seeking proposals from qualified interested parties (Trail Builders) to provide construction services for the Redhead MTB Park which consists of a current system of 25 trail miles and one trailhead. The City of Chisholm plans to extend or refurbish up to 12 additional miles in 2024-2025. The project is located in Chisholm, Minnesota at 1005 Discovery Drive. RFP available at: City of Chisholm Website: https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/redheadmtbparkrfp2024 RFP deadline: May 3, 2024. Contact: Bridgit Maruska (218) 969-6408 bmaruska@ci.chisholm.mn.us