How to bid on Blue Line O&M – Non-Revenue Chargers for the Metropolitan Council

What the Metropolitan Council is buying

The Metropolitan Council is looking for operations and maintenance services for non-revenue vehicle chargers. This is solicitation number 26P068. Vendors interested in providing these services should review the full details.

Key dates for this opportunity

The deadline to respond to this solicitation is October 08, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All submissions must be completed by this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for businesses that specialize in the operations and maintenance of equipment, specifically vehicle chargers. Firms with experience in servicing electrical equipment and related infrastructure would be a good fit.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full solicitation documents and respond, you need to go to the MNBuys procurement portal, which uses Bonfire. You can view the opportunity details publicly without an account. To download files and submit your response, you will need to register a free vendor account on Bonfire.

All documents and your submission will be handled directly within the Bonfire platform.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, ensure you clearly address all requirements outlined in the solicitation. Pay close attention to the scope of services for operations and maintenance. Detail your firm's experience with similar equipment and projects.

Provide a comprehensive proposal that highlights your technical capabilities, staffing, and approach to maintaining non-revenue vehicle chargers. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted before the deadline.