RFQ for 2026 Regional Solicitation Applications

Location:	Minnesota
Posted:	Apr 1, 2026
Due:	Apr 15, 2026
Agency:	Washington County
Type of Government:	State & Local
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Request for Quotes (RFQ) for

2026 Regional Solicitation Applications

RFQ release date: April, 1, 2026

Submission due date: April, 15, 2026

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2026 Regional Solicitation

Table of Contents

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

1.1. Background Information ............................................................................................................................ 3

1.2. County Authorized Representative............................................................................................................ 3

1.3. Schedule..................................................................................................................................................... 3

2. Scope of Work and Deliverables ........................................................................................................................ 4

3. Quote Content ................................................................................................................................................... 6

3.1. Cover Letter ............................................................................................................................................... 6

3.2. Qualifications and Experience.................................................................................................................... 6

3.3. Cost ............................................................................................................................................................ 6

3.4. Appendix A ................................................................................................................................................. 7

4. Quote Submittal ................................................................................................................................................. 7

5. Quote Evaluation and Selection......................................................................................................................... 7

5.1. Evaluation Committee ............................................................................................................................... 7

5.2. Evaluation Criteria...................................................................................................................................... 7

5.3. Final Selection ............................................................................................................................................ 7

5.4. Reserved Rights.......................................................................................................................................... 7

6. Questions ........................................................................................................................................................... 8

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1. Introduction

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

with 2026 Regional Solicitation, Active Transportation, and Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)

applications. The County is seeking a contract that will terminate after the application submission date.

1.1. Background Information

Regional Solicitation, Active Transportation, and HSIP processes take place once every two years and

regionally awards about $180 million in federal funds.

The Regional Solicitation, Active Transportation, and HSIP programs are one way the Region prioritizes and

invests in roads, bridges, and transit, as well as biking and walking needs. Whether for existing infrastructure

or new improvements, projects focus on outcomes like moving more people more effectively, managing

congestion, and improving air quality. More information on Regional Solicitation can be found here:

https://metrocouncil.org/Transportation/Planning-2/Transportation-Funding/Regional-Solicitation.aspx

Washington County intends to submit multiple applications and is looking for technical assistance with

portions of applications for the following projects:

• CSAH 18 (Bailey Road) from I-494 to Woodland Drive

• Radio Drive between Hudson Road and Donegal Drive Trail Gaps

• CSAH 29 (Hilton Trail) from TH 36 to CSAH 12 (75th Street N)

• CSAH 15 (Manning Avenue) and McKusick Road N

1.2. County Authorized Representative

The County Authorized Representative for this RFQ is:

Emma Verkuilen, Planner

Emma.Verkuilen@washingtoncountymn.gov

1.3. Schedule

Schedule

RFQ Release Date

Questions Due

Questions Posted

Quotes Due

Notification of Award

Application forms posted

Completion Date

Due Date

April 1, 2026

April 8, 2026

April 10, 2026

April 15, 2026

April 22, 2026

Anticipated Mid-May

Anticipated Early-August

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2. Scope of Work and Deliverables

Task 1. Project Management

a. Schedule – The consultant project manager should ensure that deliverables are on-time and facilitate

regular phone/email communication with the County project manager and identified staff. The

consultant should provide a schedule with associated tasks and deliverables and revise it as necessary.

b. Meetings with Washington County Team – The County will have multiple staff assigned to assist and

review the application material. The proposer should assume bi-weekly check-in meetings with the

County team. These will begin the initiation of the contract and continue for the duration of the study.

c. Invoices –The County should be billed monthly throughout the duration of the project, no later than ten

days after the completion of each month. All invoices should clearly define the percentage of project

completion and the percentage of project billed to date for each work task and the total project. All

invoices must be submitted by email to PW-Payables@washingtoncountymn.gov with the County’s

Project Manager copied.

d. The consultant project manager will coordinate with any sub-consultants as necessary to complete

deliverables stated below.

Task 2. Applications

Washington County intends to submit multiple applications but needs assistance for the following projects.

• CSAH 18 (Bailey Road) from I-494 to Woodland Drive

• Radio Drive between Hudson Road and Donegal Drive Trail Gaps

• CSAH 29 (Hilton Trail) from TH 36 to CSAH 12 (75th Street N)

• CSAH 15 (Manning Avenue) and McKusick Road N

Consultant can advise the County to submit the projects under different categories or advise to change the

details or limits of the proposed projects to best fit the application criteria. The consultant will complete the

technical elements of all applications, detailed below, and County staff will draft all the narrative sections.

County staff will review all documentation and provide feedback and comments for revisions. County staff

will coordinate required letters of support and submit the applications through the online portal.

Below are the required elements for each individual application.

• Drafts of requested application components, detailed below, for county staff to review. The review

schedule is to be determined in collaboration with the selected consultant; county staff anticipates a

minimum of two rounds of material review reflected in the schedule.

• Final application materials in a format for County Staff to upload/enter into the online application

portal.

• Items requested for each project:

• 1. CSAH 18 (Bailey Road) from I-494 to Woodland Drive: Congestion Management

o Items required for the Project Information Forms

 Map or concept drawing of the proposed improvements that clearly label the

beginning and end of the project, all roadways in the project area, and any bicycle,

pedestrian, and transit components anticipated upon completion of the project.

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 The Synchro/Highway Capacity Manual emission reduction reports, including the

Timing Page Report that displays input and output information for both the no build

and build scenarios. This report must be attached within the web-based application

form. For multiple intersection reports, upload additional attachments

 Number of peak hours

 Intersection vehicles per hour (Intersection improvements only)

 Peak hour delay per vehicle under No-Build conditions

 Peak hour delay per vehicle under Build conditions

 Average corridor speed under No-Build Conditions

 Average corridor speed under Build conditions

 Cost Estimate

o Items required for the application

 Synchro analysis to complete measure A. Cost Effectiveness of Delay Reduced

• Radio Drive between Hudson Road and Donegal Drive Trail Gaps: Active Transportation Local

Bicycle Facilities Category

o Items required for the Project Information Form

 Map or concept drawing of the proposed improvements that clearly label the

beginning and end of the project, all roadways in the project area, and any bicycle,

pedestrian, and transit components anticipated upon completion of the project.

 Cost Estimate

• CSAH 29 (Hilton Trail) from TH 36 to CSAH 12 (75th Street N): Roadway Modernization

o Items required for the Project Information Forms

 Map or concept drawing of the proposed improvements that clearly label the

beginning and end of the project, all roadways in the project area, and any bicycle,

pedestrian, and transit components anticipated upon completion of the project.

 Constructing new left-turn lanes: Peak hour direction 1 travel time savings, Off-peak

direction 1 travel time savings, Peak hour direction 2 travel time savings, Off-peak

direction 2 travel time savings

 Synchronizing traffic signals to reduce delay time: Peak hour travel time savings,

Off-peak travel time savings

 Cost estimate

• CSAH 15 (Manning Avenue) and McKusick Road N: Safety Reactive and Proactive, HSIP Reactive

and/or HSIP Proactive

o First task is to pull high-level data needed for the proactive and reactive categories to help

the county determine which categories to apply for. The intent is to submit for both

Regional Solicitation and HSIP in either the proactive or reactive category (two applications

for this project).

o Items required for the Regional Solicitation Project Information Forms

 Map or concept drawing of the proposed improvements that clearly label the

beginning and end of the project, all roadways in the project area, and any bicycle,

pedestrian, and transit components anticipated upon completion of the project.

 Constructing new left-turn lanes: Peak hour direction 1 travel time savings, Off-peak

direction 1 travel time savings, Peak hour direction 2 travel time savings, Off-peak

direction 2 travel time savings

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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 2026 Regional Solicitation Applications
Category:	Washington County Public Works
Status:	Open

RFQ for 2026 Regional Solicitation Applications

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