RFP for Structural Engineering Services
| Location: | Minnesota |
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| Posted: | Dec 8, 2025 |
| Due: | Dec 30, 2025 |
| Agency: | Washington County |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Bid Title: |
RFP for Structural Engineering Services
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| Category: | Washington County Public Works |
| Status: | Open |
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Request for Proposals (RFP) for
Structural Engineering Services
RFP release date: December 8, 2025
Submission due date: December 30, 2025
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. County Authorized Representative .......................................................................................................... 3
1.3. Schedule ................................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Scope of Services............................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1. Mandatory Services.................................................................................................................................. 4
2.2. Other Requirements................................................................................................................................. 4
2.3. Optional Services ...................................................................................................................................... 4
3. Proposal Content............................................................................................................................................... 4
3.1. Cover Letter .............................................................................................................................................. 5
3.2. Services Summary .................................................................................................................................... 5
3.3. Qualifications and Experience .................................................................................................................. 5
3.4. Fee Schedule............................................................................................................................................. 5
3.5. Sample Portfolio ....................................................................................................................................... 5
3.6. References ................................................................................................................................................ 5
3.7. Appendix A – County’s Standard Terms and Conditions.......................................................................... 5
3.8. Conflict of Interest.................................................................................................................................... 5
4. Proposal Submittal ............................................................................................................................................ 6
5. Proposal Evaluation and Selection.................................................................................................................... 6
5.1. Evaluation Committee.............................................................................................................................. 6
5.2. Evaluation Criteria .................................................................................................................................... 6
5.3. Interview/Presentation ............................................................................................................................ 7
5.4. Final Selection........................................................................................................................................... 7
5.5. Conditions of this RFP............................................................................................................................... 7
6. Proposal Questions ........................................................................................................................................... 7
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1. Introduction
The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is for Washington County to secure services for Structural
Engineering Services and Consulting, primarily focused on Building Enclosures. The County is seeking a five-
year contract not to exceed $175,000. These services will go through the RFP solicitation process every five
(5) years at minimum.
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.
Public Works, Building Services Division manages over twenty buildings throughout the County, varying in
age from the Historic Courthouse, built in 1870 to new construction.
1.2. County Authorized Representative
The County Authorized Representative for this RFP is:
Christina Mastro
christina.mastro@washingtoncountymn.gov
1.3. 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
12/8/25
12/12/25
12/19/25
12/30/2025
1/8/26
1/30/26
1/30/31
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2. Scope of Services
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
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. Mandatory Services
The successful Contractor will have the ability to perform all the functions under mandatory services at all
Washington County buildings.
Structural Engineering consulting and engineering including but not limited to:
• Failure investigation, including insurance investigation
• Structural condition assessment
• Repair and Retrofit Design
• Construction Support
• Materials Evaluation and Testing
• Façade Assessment
• Roofing and Waterproofing evaluation and design
• Building Enclosure Testing
• Building Sciences
• Design Review
2.2. Other Requirements
Responding firms should employ professional licensed structural and civil engineers.
Responding firms should employ professional licensed architects.
Responding firms should indicate whether they subcontract materials testing or if that is performed in
house. If a sub-contractor is used, specify the name of the firm or firms used.
It is desired but not required that the chosen vendor has staff that is an Accredited Building Enclosure
Process Provider (BECxP), an Accredited Commissioning Authority and Building Enclosure (CxA + BE) or has
other certifications indicating specialization in Building Enclosure Engineering and/or Architecture.
2.3. Optional Services
The County may request additional optional services. Contractors shall indicate if they provide additional
services that may be of interest to the County and highlight any particularly notable qualifications or
experience with these services.
Services that Washington County considers optional are:
• Drone Services
• Respondents may describe other services for which they feel the County may have a need for.
3. Proposal Content
The following will be considered minimum contents of the proposal and must be submitted:
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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 at least two contact persons, listing the
primary contact first, as well as the names of any others participating in the proposal.
3.2. Services Summary
Provide details on your ability to meet each of the required services listed in Section 2.1.
Contractor should indicate in their response their capacity to handle multiple projects at once. Contractor
should describe their project approach.
3.3. Qualifications and Experience
Provide demonstrated qualifications and experience that proves the ability to perform the services and
meet the requirements of this RFP. Include key team members’ backgrounds and related experience,
including areas of specialty, education, and licensing.
Indicate if you intend to sub-contract out any of the required services. If sub-contracting will be done,
provide information on the sub-contractor including resumes of relevant staff.
3.4. Fee Schedule
Provide all costs associated with the proposed contract for services in a complete and understandable form.
Itemize out hourly rates for labor.
3.5. Sample Portfolio
Provide a sample portfolio of five representative projects. Projects should be chosen to show the variety of
services required by the County.
3.6. References
Provide three references for organizations currently utilizing your services that are similar in size and with
similar needs as Washington County. If possible, include at least one reference from a public entity such as a
unit of government, school district or university. Include agency name, contact name, email address, phone
number, and a brief description of the services you provide.
3.7. 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.
3.8. 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 RFP and responsive proposals. 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
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