Bid guide
How to bid on Civil Engineering Services for 4-Acre Housing Site with City of Bloomington
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The City of Bloomington, Minnesota, is looking for a qualified consulting firm to provide civil engineering and site development services. This work is for the redevelopment of the former St. Mark’s Church property into small-scale owner-occupied housing lots, which may include single-family or missing-middle homes. The selected firm will assist with planning, design, construction support, and documentation for the 3.973-acre site.
This opportunity is significant for firms specializing in residential site development, as it involves a complete project lifecycle from initial planning through to construction support for a new housing initiative by the city.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposals (RFP) was published on July 07, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is August 06, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this exact time.
Missing the deadline means your proposal will not be considered. Ensure you allow ample time to complete your submission through the online portal before the closing time.
Who this opportunity suits
This solicitation is ideal for civil engineering consulting firms with expertise in site development for residential projects. Firms should have experience in planning, design, and construction support for single-family or 'missing middle' housing developments.
The project falls under the professional services category, specifically for civil engineering and land development, making it suitable for established engineering firms with a track record in similar municipal or housing authority projects.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details and respond, you need to use the City of Bloomington bids&tenders portal. You can view the bid's detail page publicly without needing to sign in.
To download any associated documents or to submit your proposal, you will need to register a free vendor account on the bids&tenders portal. Make sure to complete your registration and submit your response before the August 06, 2026 deadline.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your proposal, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience with similar residential site development projects, especially those involving municipal or housing authority clients. Highlight specific examples of successful projects that involved planning, design, and construction support.
Pay close attention to the scope of work outlined in the solicitation documents. Tailor your proposal to directly address each requirement, showing how your team's expertise and proposed methodology align with the City of Bloomington's goals for developing owner-occupied housing on this specific site. Ensure all required forms and documentation are accurately completed and submitted on time through the portal.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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