How to bid on Snow Removal for North, South, and East Routes for Metropolitan Council

What the Metropolitan Council is buying

The Metropolitan Council is looking for snow removal services for three distinct areas: the North Route, South Route, and East Route. This is an opportunity for businesses that provide snow removal to secure contracts with a local government agency in Minnesota.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The deadline for submitting your response is August 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All submissions must be completed by this time. Late submissions will not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in facilities maintenance, specifically snow and ice management. Vendors with experience in commercial or municipal snow removal operations would be a good fit. The work is categorized under facilities services.

The solicitation references are 26P090, 26P091, and 26P095, indicating separate but related snow removal needs.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents and submit your response, you need to use the MNBuys procurement portal, which operates on Bonfire. You can view the opportunity details publicly without an account.

To download the necessary files and submit your bid, you will need to register a free vendor account on the Bonfire platform. Ensure you complete your registration and submission well before the deadline.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your response, carefully review all requirements for each of the three routes. Clearly outline your equipment, personnel, and experience relevant to snow removal services. Provide detailed pricing for all requested services.

Ensure your proposal addresses any specific performance standards or response times mentioned in the solicitation. Highlight your ability to reliably perform services in varying weather conditions and your understanding of the local area's needs.