Find information about contracting with Hennepin County, including processes, forms, and diversity rules for goods and biddable services. Step 1: Initial Discussion.HUP Director and project leads discuss project details. A request for a contract is not a guarantee that you will receive a contract. The contract assessment process takes 60-90 calendar days. GRANTEE shall complete project titled "AIS Signage at Piers and Access Points. ARTICLE 2- RECOGNITION. This AGREEMENT, hereinafter referred to as the AGREEMENT, is entered into between the County of Hennepin, hereinafter. GRANTEE is and shall remain an independent contractor under this. Agreement. Prevailing wage enforcement is done to ensure employees are paid the correct prevailing wage.