RFP for 2027 Construction Services

The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is for Washington County to secure services for Construction Administration and Inspection Services for certain projects that will be constructed in 2027.

Project Engineer

Provide one (1) qualified, experienced individual to fulfill the role of Project Engineer on several construction projects as part of a project team that will consist of Washington County and Consultant Staff. The Project Engineer will be working at the discretion of the Construction Engineer and will be supported by the Design Project Manager throughout the project. The essential role of this individual will be to represent Washington County for all construction administration work and to oversee the project in accordance with the construction contract and established construction procedures.

It is anticipated that the Project Engineer will be working on seven or more of the following projects:

• CSAH 5/96/CR 55 Intersection – Reconstruct (double roundabout)
• CSAH 5/96/CR 55 Intersection – Landscaping
• CSAH 10 (Heron to Inwood) – Trail Overlay
• CSAH 13 (I-94 to CSAH 16) – Trail Overlay
• CSAH 13 (Hargis to CSAH 20) – Reconstruct, Widening, Two Roundabouts
• CSAH 14 (CSAH 21 to TH 95) – Pavement Preservation
• CSAH 16 (I-494 to Bielenberg) – Pavement Preservation
• CSAH 16 (Bielenberg to CSAH 13) – Concrete Diamond Grind
• CSAH 18/19 – Roundabout Modifications
• CSAH 39 – Storm Sewer/Culvert
• CSAH 59 – Centerline Culvert
• CR 61 (120th St) – Chip Seal
• Central Yard Waste

Project Inspectors

Provide four (4) qualified, experienced individuals to fulfill the roles of Project Inspector on several construction projects as part of a project team that will consist of Washington County and Consultant Staff. Inspectors will be working at the discretion of a Project Engineer (either Washington County or Consultant Staff). Additional short-term inspection services may be necessary throughout the season based on project schedule and needs. [...] These positions will be field based on the construction site.

Additional Scope Clarifications

• All work shall comply with the procedures, requirements, and regulations of the Minnesota Department of Transportation, Washington County, Local Governments, and other permits and funding sources.
• All project material testing will be completed by Consultant Testing Agencies operating under a separate contract with Washington County and plant inspection will be completed by MNDOT.
• All project surveying will be provided by a Consultant operating under a separate contract with Washington County.
• The firm selected will be required to furnish all labor, materials, transportation, tools, supplies, equipment, etc. necessary to complete the tasks defined in this RFP.

Submission

An electronic version of the proposal titled "2027 Construction Services Proposal" shall be submitted no later than **3:00 PM on Friday, November 18, 2026**, sent electronically to the County Construction Engineer, Allan Brandt, at allan.brandt@washingtoncountymn.gov. The proposal must be signed by an authorized representative of the firm. Late submittals will not be considered.

Proposals will be limited to no more than eight (8) pages in length, including cover sheet, cover letter, and appendices. The responder must not include price information or hour summaries either in the body of the proposal or as a separate submittal.

Evaluation

A "Qualification Based Selection" method will be used to review proposals. Criteria and weights:

• Expressed understanding and demonstrated ability to meet the roles and responsibilities, and scope of services: 30%
• Experience and qualifications of proposed personnel and their work on projects similar to those listed in the Scope of Services: 50%
• Prior experience on Washington County projects: 20%

Insurance

• Commercial General Liability: $1,500,000 per occurrence with a $3,000,000 aggregate.
• Professional Liability: $2,000,000 per wrongful act or claim with a $4,000,000 annual aggregate.
• Automobile: $1,500,000 combined single limit.
• Worker's Compensation: statutory amount.