RFP for Pigging Services

Location:	Minnesota
Posted:	May 29, 2026
Due:	Jun 16, 2026
Agency:	Washington County
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	C - Architect and Engineering Services - Construction
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Request for Proposals (RFP) for

Pigging Services

RFP release date: May 29, 2026

Submission due date: June 16, 2026

Government Center | 14949 62nd Street North | P. O. Box 6 | Stillwater, MN 55082-0006

P: 651-430-6001 | F: 651-430-6017 | TTY: 651-430-6246

www.washingtoncountymn.gov

Washington County is an equal opportunity organization and employer

Table of Contents

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

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

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

1.3. County Authorized Representative................................................................................................................. 3

2. Scope of Services and Deliverables ................................................................................................................... 3

2.1. Engineering Estimate & Special Considerations.................................................................................................... 4

2.2. Preliminary Work & Safety Plan ........................................................................................................................... 4

2.3. Job Scope ............................................................................................................................................................ 5

2.4. PPE ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5

3. Proposal Content............................................................................................................................................... 5

3.1. Cover Letter .................................................................................................................................................... 5

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

3.3. Conflict of Interest .......................................................................................................................................... 6

3.4. Fees ................................................................................................................................................................. 6

3.5. References ...................................................................................................................................................... 6

3.6. Appendix A – County’s Standard Terms and Conditions ................................................................................ 6

4. Proposal Submittal ............................................................................................................................................ 6

5. Proposal Evaluation and Selection.................................................................................................................... 6

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

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

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

5.4. Conditions of this RFP ..................................................................................................................................... 7

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

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1. Introduction

The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is for Washington County to secure pigging services to

remove flow restrictions from low spots.

1.1. Background Information

Washington County, Minnesota is the fifth most populous county in Minnesota with a diverse population,

including longtime residents, young professionals and families, and new immigrant communities. Over the

last 20 years, Washington County has experienced rapid growth from a rural, farming community to an

expanding urban area.  

The County was established in 1849 and has the powers, duties, and privileges granted counties by state

law, codified in Minn. Stat. § 373. The County serves an area of 423 square miles, with an estimated

population of 262,748. The County’s fiscal year begins on January 1 and ends on December 31. The County is

governed by a five-member County Board of Commissioners representing separate districts. In addition, the

Offices of County Attorney and Sheriff are elected on a countywide basis.

The County offers a full range of services including property tax administration, law enforcement and

corrections, public works, parks, solid waste management, library, community health, county extension,

human resources, courts, and general administration. The County employs approximately 1,400 employees.

1.2. Schedule

Washington County anticipates the following schedule:

Schedule

RFP Release Date

Questions Due

Addendum Release Date

Proposals Due

Notification of Award

Commencement Date

Completion Date

Due Date

5/29/26

6/5/26

6/10/26

6/16/26

6/23/26

7/1/26

10/31/26

1.3. County Authorized Representative

The County Authorized Representative for this RFP is:

Christina Mastro

christina.mastro@washingtoncountymn.gov

2. Scope of Services and Deliverables

The successful Contractor will have the ability to perform all the functions below. Contractors who cannot

provide the full range of requested services may submit a proposal, but must clearly note any services listed

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in this request which would not be provided. Contractors are also encouraged to highlight any services for

which they possess particularly notable qualifications.

2.1. Engineering Estimate & Special Considerations

2.1.1. Scope of Supply

2.1.1.1. All tools, fittings and connections required.

2.1.1.2. Equipment with hoses as required.

2.1.1.3. Project Manager, Site supervisor and technicians. (OQ Certified)

2.1.1.4. Vehicles and support equipment trailer.

2.1.1.5. Freight of equipment and materials to jobsite.

2.1.1.6. Transportation, wages, accommodations and per diems for personnel

2.2. Preliminary Work & Safety Plan

2.2.1. Preliminary Work Plan

The Contractor shall notify the Operations/Building Services Manager(s) prior to

commencing any operation on site. The Contractor will provide any documentation

asked for pertaining to the actual job and/or training responsibilities. The

Contractor and Operations/Building Services Manager(s) will agree on specific

operating procedures abided by both parties in completing work in a safe and

economical manner.

2.2.2. Mobilization & Make-Ready

The Contractor will take the following steps to ensure all assets, material,

chemicals and personnel are mobilized and prepped prior to job start. The

following actions are for a guide:

2.2.2.1.

2.2.2.2.

2.2.2.3.

2.2.2.4.

2.2.2.5.

2.2.2.6.

Make-ready equipment, tools and personnel at Contractor facility.

Submit Final Procedure, JSA and plot plan.

Contractor mobilizes tools and additional support equipment to location.

Contractor personnel arrive at location and prepare for rigging.

Contractor personnel to receive site specific orientation. (If needed)

Contractor to check and prepare support equipment for job.

2.2.3. Cleaning/Pigging

Contractor will use Array of Pigs to clean the pre-specified length of Pipeline. The

following steps are for a guide:

2.2.3.1. Contractor to slowly pig at predetermined rate checking samples in accordance with final

approved procedure.

2.2.3.2. Monitor discharge and intermediate concentrations.

2.2.3.3. If necessary, run additional pigs.

2.2.4. De-rigging

2.2.4.1. Clear line and ensure tasks completed

2.2.4.2. Have Operations/Building Services Manager(s) approve of work completed to scope.

2.2.4.3. Contractor to check and prepare support equipment for transportation.

2.2.5. Demobilization & Completion of Job

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The Contractor shall notify the Owner’s Site Supervisor prior to demobilizing.

The Contractor will get verification and appropriate documentation to show

pipeline has been cleaned to the agreed upon parameters. Including but not

limited to the following:

2.2.5.1.

2.2.5.2.

2.2.5.3.

2.2.5.4.

Schedule for equipment, tools, and personnel to be removed from facility.

Submit final documentation to County.

Receive signed site release form.

Demobilize back to Contractor Facilities.

2.3. Job Scope

2.3.1. Pre Down

The Contractor will schedule equipment and personnel to prep and clean above

mentioned line to begin on Predetermined Day. Crew will complete site safety

prior to arrival.

2.3.2. Outage

Any outage will be executed by the Building Services Manager and followed by all Contractor

employees

2.3.3. Post

Have contact sign off on service receipts and job close out

2.4. PPE

The Contractor focus on a Safety-First Protocol - All Contractor employees will

have the following Personal Protective Equipment as a minimum:

1. Steel Toed Work Boots.

2. Hard Hat.

3. Fire Resistant Clothing.

4. Safety Gloves.

5. Safety Glasses/Shield if applicable.

6. Ear Plugs.

7. Chemical Clothing if applicable.

3. Proposal Content

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

3.1. Cover Letter

Introduce the Contractor submitting the proposal 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 proposal.

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Bid Title:	RFP for Pigging Services
Category:	Washington County Public Works
Status:	Open

RFP for Pigging Services

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