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Minneapolis Solicits Proposals for Private Sewer Lateral Insurance Program Administration

The City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, Surface Water & Sewers Division, is seeking proposals from qualified insurance providers to administer an optional Private Sewer Lateral Insurance Program for residential customers: - Government Buyer: - City of Minneapolis Public Works Department, Surface Water & Sewers Division - Contracting office located at 505 Fourth Ave S, Room 310, Minneapolis, MN 55415 - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to all qualified insurance providers - Products/Services Requested: - Administration of a voluntary sanitary sewer lateral insurance program for approximately 98,000 residential sewer service connections - Services include: - Insurance coverage for private sewer lateral repairs (as required by Minneapolis Ordinance 511.40) - Claims processing and customer service - Marketing and customer enrollment - Quality assurance and reporting - Coordination with the City's Target Market Program for contractor participation - Emergency and non-emergency repair response - Contractor oversight and use of local small businesses - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Program must be voluntary, citywide, and affordable with competitive premiums and strong coverage limits - Emphasis on transparency, reliable service, and robust reporting - Compliance with local ordinances and detailed references/legal disclosures required - Provider responsible for all aspects of program administration, including marketing and claims handling - Coordination with local contractors and support for small business participation - No physical products or equipment are being procured; this is a service and insurance administration opportunity only

Description

The City of Minneapolis is soliciting proposals for an optional sanitary sewer lateral insurance program for residential customers served by the Surface Water & Sewers Division of Public Works. The selected provider will offer a voluntary insurance program to help homeowners cover the cost of repairing private sewer laterals, as required by Minneapolis Ordinance 511.40. The City seeks a solution with competitive premiums, strong coverage limits, and exceptional value, ensuring affordability, transparency, and reliable service for residents. Proposals must be submitted electronically by April 28, 2026.

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