The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is requesting proposals from qualified consultants for technical services to support the maintenance, revision, and development of MPCA guidance documents, tools, and outreach programs reflecting current science and best practices in the field of stormwater management. Examples of work products associated with this RFP include content for the Minnesota Stormwater Manual, Minimal Impact Design Standards (MIDS) calculator, and chloride reduction workshops.
Multiple consultants are being sought to conduct the technical services described in the scope of work for this RFP. The new contracts will be effective upon the date all signatures are obtained, to May 2029 (start date plus 5 years), with no time extensions available.
Questions and answers
Prospective responders who have any questions regarding this RFP must email contracts.pca@state.mn.us, subject line “Stormwater Master Contract”, no later than 4 p.m CT on March 28, 2024. Answers to questions will be posted in the SWIFT Supplier Portal, no later than April 2, 2024. MPCA employees cannot answer questions about this RFP; direct contact regarding this RFP with any MPCA personnel may result in disqualification.
Available funds
The total amount of money available for work under this master contract is approximately $4 million for five years. No payments will be made except for work authorized by a work order that is issued from the State. No minimum payment is guaranteed by the State.
How to apply
The request for proposal (RFP) and application materials can only be viewed through the online SWIFT portal. The RFP is termed an “Event” within the SWIFT system.
- Go to the online SWIFT portal.
- Click on "Bidding opportunities".
- Find the event by name (MPCA PT Stormwater Master Contract) or ID (2000015477).
- Click "View Bid Package" to see the RFP and forms. (There’s no need to log in to see the documents.)
Proposals are only accepted through the SWIFT portal.
- Register as a bidder in the SWIFT Supplier Portal, (Bidding = "applying")
- Choose "Register for an Account" and then "Register as a Bidder".
If you are already registered in the SWIFT system as a supplier (previously known as a vendor), use your supplier ID. Visit the SWIFT Supplier Portal under “Informational Tips” and “Supplier Portal Help” for more information. For questions about applying through SWIFT, please contact the Vendor Assistance Help Desk at 651-201-8100, option 1.