RFQ for Highway 36 and CSAH 17 Tree Clearing

Location:	Minnesota
Posted:	Feb 20, 2026
Due:	Mar 13, 2026
Agency:	Washington County
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	F - Natural Resources and Conservation Services
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Request for Quotes (RFQ) for

Tree Removals

RFQ release date: 2/20/2026

Submission due date: 3/13/2026

North Shop | 11660 Myeron Road North | Stillwater, MN 55082-9537

P: 651-430-4300 | F: 651-430-4350 | TTY: 651-430-6246

www.washingtoncountymn.gov

Washington County is an equal opportunity organization and employer

Tree Removals for CSAH 17 & TH 36 Construction

Table of Contents

1. Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................... 3

1.1. County Authorized Representative............................................................................................................ 3

1.2. Schedule..................................................................................................................................................... 3

2. Scope of Work .................................................................................................................................................... 3

2.1. Governing Specifications............................................................................................................................ 3

2.2. Labor Provisions ......................................................................................................................................... 3

2.3. Attachments............................................................................................................................................... 3

3. Quote Content ................................................................................................................................................... 3

3.1. Cover Letter ............................................................................................................................................... 4

3.2. Responsible Contractor Form .................................................................................................................... 4

3.3. Cost ............................................................................................................................................................ 4

3.4. Appendix A – County’s Standard Terms and Conditions ........................................................................... 4

3.5. Conflict of Interest ..................................................................................................................................... 4

4. Quote Submittal ................................................................................................................................................. 4

5. Quote Evaluation and Selection......................................................................................................................... 4

5.1. Evaluation Committee ............................................................................................................................... 4

5.2. Evaluation Criteria...................................................................................................................................... 5

5.3. Final Selection ............................................................................................................................................ 5

5.4. Conditions of this RFQ ............................................................................................................................... 5

6. Questions ........................................................................................................................................................... 5

Attachment A: Location Map

Attachment B: Plan Sheets

Attachment C: Division S

Attachment D: Responsible Contractor Form

Attachment E: Quote Submittal Form

Attachment F: State Funded Contracts Special Provisions Division A

Attachment G: State Wage Rates

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1. Introduction

The purpose of this Request for Quotes (RFQ) is for Washington County to secure services for tree removals

for the CSAH 17 (Lake Elmo Ave.) and TH 36 Interchange Project, see Attachment B for specific site plans.

1.1. County Authorized Representative

The County Authorized Representative for this RFQ is Andrew Giesen, Washington County Public Works

Project Manager, andrew.giesen@washingtoncountymn.gov, 651-430-4336.

1.2. Schedule

RFQ Release Date

Questions Due

Quotes Due

Schedule

Due Date

2/20/2026

3/4/2026

3/13/2026

2. Scope of Work

This work shall consist of providing all material, equipment, labor, and cleanup to complete the work

identified per the following: The Contractor shall keep roadways, driveways, and any infrastructure clear of

debris by utilizing a street sweeper and any other equipment necessary, as deemed necessary by the

engineer. This work shall be incidental to the project.

2.1. Governing Specifications

The 2025 Edition of the Minnesota Department of Transportation “Standard Specifications for Construction”

shall govern.

2.2. Labor Provisions

The State of Minnesota Department of Transportation “State Funded Contracts Special Provisions Division

A”, shall apply on this Contract except as stated otherwise in the Special Provisions.

2.3. Attachments

• Attachment A: Location Map

• Attachment B: Plan Sheets

• Attachment C: Division S

• Attachment D: Responsible Contractor Form

• Attachment E: Quote Submittal Form

• Attachment F: State Funded Contracts Special Provisions Division A

• Attachment G: State Wage Rates

3. Quote Content

The following will be considered minimum contents of the quote and must be submitted:

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3.1. Cover Letter

Introduce the Contractor submitting the quote and state the Contractor’s understanding of the services.

Include name, address, telephone number, and email address of the contact person(s), as well as the names

of any others participating in the quote.

3.2. Responsible Contractor Form

Complete the attached Responsible Contractor Form (Attachment D, D1, and D2)

3.3. Cost

Complete the attached quote submittal form (Attachment E) that is signed by an officer of the Company

who can be accountable for all representatives.

3.4. Appendix A – County’s Standard Terms and Conditions

Submit a signed Appendix A as the Contractor to whom the contract is awarded shall be required to comply

with the terms and conditions contained therein.

3.5. Conflict of Interest

The Contractor must identify any potential conflict of interest it may have with the County or any other

party or entity that may be affected by the terms of this RFQ and responsive quotes. The Contractor agrees

that, should any conflict or potential conflict of interest become known, it will immediately notify the

County of the conflict or potential conflict, and will advise the County whether it will or will not resign from

the other engagement or representation. Unless waived by the County, a conflict or potential conflict may,

in the County's discretion, require withdrawal or rejection of the Contractor’s quote.

4. Quote Submittal

All quotes must include Quote Content set forth in Section 3 and be sent electronically to the County

Authorized Representative: Andrew Giesen, Washington County Public Works Project Manager,

andrew.giesen@washingtoncountymn.gov by 3:00pm on March 13, 2026. Late submittals will not be

considered.

All quotes, once submitted, become the property of the County. They will not be returned to the Contractor.

Submission of a quote indicates acceptance by the Contractor of the conditions contained in this RFQ unless

clearly and specifically noted in the quote submitted and confirmed in the contract between the County and

the selected Contractor.

5. Quote Evaluation and Selection

The County will evaluate the information the Contractor provides and determine which quotes comply with

all mandatory submission requirements. Non-compliant quotes will, subject to the express and implied

rights of the County, be disqualified and not evaluated further.

5.1. Evaluation Committee

The evaluation committee consists of representatives of Washington County.

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5.2. Evaluation Criteria

The evaluation criteria includes a pass/fail review to determine if the Contractor is compliant with all

requirements of the RFQ. Passing quotes will then be evaluated on cost.

5.3. Final Selection

The lowest responsive and responsible Contractor will be selected. It is anticipated but not guaranteed that

the selection of a Contractor will be completed by March 17, 2026. Following notification of the selected

Contractor, it is expected a contract will be executed between both parties by March 27, 2026.

5.4. Conditions of this RFQ

• This RFQ process does not obligate the County to award a contract or complete the services.

• The County reserves the right to waive any minor irregularities.

• The County reserves the right to reject any or all quotes.

• The County reserves the right to request additional information or clarifications from Contractors.

• The County reserves the right to interview any, all, or none of the Contractors.

• The County reserves the right to enter into a contract with more than one Contractor.

• If the RFQ process concludes by withdrawal, cancellation or rejection of all quotes, the County

reserves the right to issue another RFQ for this service.

• The County shall not be liable for any expenses incurred by the Contractor including but not limited

to expenses associated with the preparation and submission of the quote.

• Quotes submitted become a matter of public record. All data collected, created, received,

maintained, or disseminated for any purposes by the activities of the Contractor because of this RFQ

is governed by the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, as

amended, the Minnesota Rules implementing such Act now in force or as adopted, as well as

Federal Regulations on data privacy.

6. Questions

To notify the County of any inconsistency or ambiguity in this RFQ and for all questions pertaining to this

RFQ, all questions and notifications must be sent via e-mail by 3:00pm on March 4, 2026 to the County

Authorized Representative: Andrew Giesen, Washington County Public Works Project Manager,

andrew.giesen@washingtoncountymn.gov.

Only written questions and notifications will receive responses. Washington County reserves the right to

disregard questions received after the above deadline. If necessary, an addendum will be issued through the

same communication medium as this RFQ was originally distributed.

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This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Bid Title:	RFQ for Highway 36 and CSAH 17 Tree Clearing
Category:	Washington County Public Works
Status:	Open

RFQ for Highway 36 and CSAH 17 Tree Clearing

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