To provide our services to St. Cloud, Sartell, Sauk Rapids and Waite Park, we rely on a range of contractors and suppliers through the procurement process. This page offers information and guidelines to current procurement opportunities offered by Metro Bus.
Are you interested in working with us as a vendor or contractor? We issue solicitations for construction projects, goods, inventory items, consultant and professional services.
We are committed to ensuring equal opportunity for all vendors interested in our projects. We strongly encourage contractors, subcontractors, joint ventures, Small Business Enterprises (SBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) to bid on relevant projects and contracts.
Learn more about MnDOT’s small business and program development at Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) / Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (mn.gov).
The standard terms and conditions of purchase linked below are included with every purchase order issued by Metro Bus (“Buyer”). All Purchase Orders by Buyer become binding contracts, subject to the terms and conditions hereof, upon confirmation of the Purchase Order or upon the commencement of performance by the Seller (the party accepting the Purchase Order). ANY CHANGE, ADDITION OR MODIFICATION TO THE PURCHASE ORDER MUST BE AGREED TO IN WRITING BY THE BUYER. In some circumstances, due to the nature of the goods/services, supplemental terms and conditions of purchase have to be developed. The buyer will assist you in assessing the need for supplemental terms and conditions of purchase.
As a part of our community involvement, service and dedication, we offer socially and economically disadvantaged individuals with equal opportunities to obtain contracts and project work. The St. Cloud Metropolitan Transit Commission (Metro Bus) established a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program in accordance with regulations of the US Department of Transportation in 2012.
Before you can participate as a DBE, read the Mn/DOT eligibility requirements and complete the appropriate forms to demonstrate that your business is eligible for the program. Learn more: https://dot.state.mn.us/civilrights/small-business-eligibility.html.
DBE Directory: A searchable listing of all DBEs certified to perform work under the MN/DOT DBE program. Search by state, city, vendor, NAICS codes and more.
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The St. Cloud Metropolitan Transit Commission (DBA – Metro Bus) is is seeking agency-wide supportive services from a qualified VENDOR. Metro Bus invites proposals from qualified VENDORs for the provision of an integrated enterprise financial management solution to support finance, AR/AP, fixed assets, grant administration, contract management, and other business related functions. The solution will either replace or fully integrate with existing systems to meet Metro Buses operational and federal and state reporting requirements.
Proposal Instruction & Submission Requirements
A VENDOR’s proposal will only be accepted as files attached to an email to the RFP Administrator. The subject line on the email shall be [Name of VENDOR] – PROPOSAL.
Proposal due date: February 25, 2026, by 2:00 PM
The Administrator for this RFP is:
Gary Korneck
Procurement Manager
Phone Number: 320-529-4488
Email: [email protected]
Proposals submitted by mail, courier, or other means will not be accepted.
It is VENDOR ’s sole responsibility to see that the proposal, cost estimate, and all required documents are received by the specified time. Time received will be based on the time stamp on the email received by the RFP Administrator. Any proposals received after that time will not be reviewed.
Questions Related to the RFP
Questions are due by the date indicated in TABLE B. Questions must be emailed to the RFP Administrator by the due date. Questions may not be submitted via other methods of communication or sent to anyone outside of the RFP Administrator.
There are no available opportunities at this time.
The St. Cloud Metropolitan Transit Commission (DBA – Metro Bus) is requesting quotes from qualified firms to perform bus line inspection services, including a pre and post-delivery Buy America audits, in accordance with FTA 49 CFR, Part 663.37 for rolling stock procurements. Metro Bus has secured Federal grants for the procurement and manufacture of the following Class 400, Low Floor Cutaway, CNG Paratransit buses:
Any immediate questions, requests for clarifications, or comments related to this RFQ must be submitted via email to Gary Korneck, Procurement Manager: [email protected] no later than: 5 PM, Wednesday, December 17, 2025. No guarantee of response by Metro Bus can be made upon late receipt.
Proposal must be received by Metro Bus no later than: Noon CT, Monday, December 22, 2025.
All proposals and related documentation must be submitted via email to the Attention of Gary Korneck, Procurement Manager, [email protected].
It will be the responsibility of each Proposer to ensure proposals arrive before the deadline.
Various types of transit advertising are available to provide high visibility for your product of service on a daily basis.
Your ad reaches drivers and pedestrians regardless of station preference.
Your ad is more exclusive in its space and better targeted geographically.
Your ad moves throughout the service area for expanded, multiple location exposure.
BUS ADVERTISING
Mobile Advertising on Bus Exteriors & Interiors
Transit advertising is a great alternative to traditional media and can expose your brand to tens of thousands of potential customers every week.
We offer advertising on the sides or back of the bus as well as full and half wraps. Interior 11” x 28” ad options that are perfect for advertisers or non-profits with smaller budgets. Or go bigger with custom interior graphics and really draw attention.
SHELTER ADVERTISING
Shelter: Currently SOLD OUT
Perfect for targeting specific high traffic areas with your company’s message, shelter ads are an affordable and effective way to communicate with your key consumers. Visible to thousands of motorists, pedestrians and bus riders daily, benches raise awareness of your business.
BENCH ADVERTISING
Bench advertising is an affordable way to target specific geographic areas in St. Cloud and Waite Park. Benches stand alone, allowing unobstructed visibility in any kind of weather.
For Rates and Availability Contact
Houck Transit Advertising
800.777.7290
www.houckads.com
