Benton County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 16 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 167
- 14 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 152
- Contracts
- 862
- 375 vendors
The 30-second brief
167 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Benton County's meetings, most in insurance and grants. The latest, from Oct 21: Grant application for Mayhew Lake Road and Osauka Road roundabout project.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: CLIFTONLARSONALLEN (Oct 2026) and Allen, Thomas (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Benton County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Benton County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Benton County buys from, taken from council records. 862 contracts with 375 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Benton County.
Questions about Benton County
How do I become an approved vendor for Benton County?
Benton County currently works with 375 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 91 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Benton County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Benton County include Benton County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Benton County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Benton County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Benton County publish RFPs?
Benton County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 152 solicitations from Benton County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Benton County?
At Benton County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Public Works / Highway, Finance, Benton County Board of Commissioners, Veterans Services, and Streets & Roads. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 91 decision-makers at Benton County.
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What does Benton County spend the most on?
Based on 922 tracked contracts, Benton County spends most on Capital Projects (412), Public Works (191), Grants (134), Contract Admin (96), and Public Health (89). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Benton County's current vendors?
Benton County currently works with vendors including CLIFTONLARSONALLEN, ALLEN, THOMAS, ANNA MARIE'S ALLIANCE, ELK RIVER LANDFILL, BNSF, AVIVO, FLUID, and THOMAS ALLEN INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Benton County working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, Benton County is actively discussing: Benton County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Benton County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Benton County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Benton County Board: 2026 Budget, Tax Levy, and Key Decisions, and Benton County Board Meeting: Taxation, Contracts, and Economic Development. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Benton County have?
Benton County currently has 152 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (412), Public Works (191), and Grants (134). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.