How to bid on background check services for the Metropolitan Council

What the Metropolitan Council is buying

The Metropolitan Council is seeking background check services under reference number 26P072. The full solicitation documents and response instructions are available through the MNBuys procurement portal, using Bonfire.

Firms that provide background check services may find this opportunity relevant. Review the solicitation documents to understand the requested services and response requirements.

Deadline and what to do before it

Responses are due November 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. Submit your response through Bonfire before the deadline.

Allow time to register for a free vendor account, download the documents, and complete the submission steps described in the solicitation.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit firms that provide background check services, including small businesses in the professional services category. The solicitation documents will explain the specific work and any stated qualifications.

How to access and respond

Click “View original source” to open the opportunity page on Bonfire in a web browser. You can view the opportunity publicly without an account.

Register a free vendor account in Bonfire to download the solicitation files and submit your response. Follow the instructions in the posting and complete the submission before the deadline.

Prepare a clear, complete response

Read the full solicitation and make a checklist of every requested document, question, and submission step. Use the solicitation’s language to address the requested background check services directly.

Check that your response is complete, consistent, and easy to review. Leave time to verify that all required files are uploaded and the submission is completed in Bonfire before the deadline.