Forensic Science Laboratory Operations and Space Assessment

Hennepin County is seeking a consultant to assess the operations, space needs, facility condition, equipment, and future growth options of the Sheriff's Forensic Science Laboratory.

Hennepin County > Facility Services Department


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PFP0000554
Dec 01, 2026 06:00 PM
Oct 20, 2026 09:05 PM
$180,000.00
6 months
Small BusinessMinority-Owned Business
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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michael.rosenfeld@hennepin.us
+16123485210
Hennepin County, MN, USA
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Hennepin County Supplier Portal
Description

Hennepin County seeks a consultant to assess the Sheriff's Forensic Science Laboratory's operations and space needs at the Forensic Sciences Building. The work includes reviewing current operations and best practices; inventorying existing spaces, equipment, and functions; identifying facility, infrastructure, and equipment deficiencies and future needs; evaluating the current location; and developing a conceptual plan for operating in the existing facility with modifications. The consultant must also identify laboratory customers and partners and estimate costs for renovation, expansion, a new facility, and new equipment and furniture. Work must be completed under the supervision of at least one Minnesota-licensed architect. The proposal must include firm qualifications and experience, contact and project-team information, a detailed work plan and deliverables, and a project budget. The anticipated study cost range is approximately $140,000-$180,000. Proposals must be submitted through the county's Supplier Portal. The RFP also requires a cover letter and specifies searchable PDF format and page-formatting requirements. The Subcontractor Participation Worksheet and Consultant Fee Submittal Template are identified as proposal attachments, but their contents are not included in the provided package.

Classification Codes
NAICS541380Testing Laboratories and Services
PSCC1DBARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: LABORATORIES AND CLINICS
Smart Codes
forensic laboratory planninglaboratory space assessmentarchitectural facility assessment
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Supply & Service
Timeline
Oct 27, 2026 09:00 PM-Facility Tour Registration Deadline
Nov 04, 2026 07:00 PM-Optional Facility Tour (optional)
Enter through the 530 Chicago Avenue entrance no later than 1:00 PM. Tours will be given to groups, starting shortly after 1:00 PM; no questions may be asked during the tour.
Nov 13, 2026 08:00 PM-Questions Due
Dec 01, 2026 06:00 PM-Proposal Due
Dec 11, 2026-Shortlisted Finalists Notified
Dec 18, 2026-Optional Finalist Interviews (optional)
In-person presentation/interview, if deemed necessary; finalists will be notified of the time and location.
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