Taconite Trail East Two River Bridge

This contract pertains to the Taconite Trail East Two River Bridge project, with a focus on providing opportunities for targeted groups including economically disadvantaged and veteran-owned businesses. The project involves a comprehensive scope of work that includes the removal and demolition of an existing timber and steel bridge, excavation of approximately 270 cubic yards, and the construction of new concrete footings utilizing 37 cubic yards of concrete and 4,130 pounds of steel reinforcement. Additionally, the project requires building new approaches with 780 cubic yards of select granular borrow and 90 cubic yards of Class 5 material, culminating in the installation of a new 50-foot by 12-meter modular steel beam bridge. The work is to be completed under a single prime contract, with plans and specifications prepared by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2025, with a response deadline of July 31, 2025. The contract is set within a size range of $500,000 to $1,000,000 and is managed by the Minnesota Department of Administration. The primary contact for this project is Jeffrey Erickson, who can be reached via email at jeff.erickson@state.mn.us or by phone at 218-308-2639. The project emphasizes inclusion of disadvantaged and veteran-owned firms, promoting equitable participation in the construction process.