Blue Earth County bids, RFPs and contracts
Mankato, MinnesotaPop. 70,634 · blueearthcountymn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 3, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 140
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 49
- Contracts
- 9,293
- 2,517 vendors
The 30-second brief
140 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Blue Earth County's meetings, most in transportation and administration & finance. The latest, from Nov 3: An October 26, 2026 memorandum updated the Board on the Rapidan Dam project, including permits, environmental review, and FEMA grant processing. Barr Engineering, FEMA, the USACE, MPCA, FERC, and the Minnesota DNR were all part of the workstream, and the County submitted 60% plans for the preferred alternative. The memo said final scope and cost were signed and submitted on October 26, 2026 for final FEMA approvals and funding authorization. Decision state: informational update on an active grant-funded project.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Icon Constructors LLC for county Approves Final Payment for ICON Bridge Project ($54,409.32 final payment; revised contract amount $1,101,453.00, Nov 2026) and Summit Food Service LLC (5% price increase; approximately $0.20 additional per inmate meal; $1,050.00 per month commission paid to Blue Earth County for jail kitchen use, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Blue Earth County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Blue Earth County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Blue Earth County buys from, taken from council records. 9,293 contracts with 2,517 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Blue Earth County.
Questions about Blue Earth County
How do I become an approved vendor for Blue Earth County?
Blue Earth County currently works with 2,517 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 134 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 Blue Earth County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Blue Earth County include Blue Earth County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Blue Earth County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Blue Earth 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 Blue Earth County publish RFPs?
Blue Earth County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 49 solicitations from Blue Earth 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 Blue Earth County?
At Blue Earth County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Veterans Services, and Police. 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 134 decision-makers at Blue Earth County.
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What does Blue Earth County spend the most on?
Based on 11,839 tracked contracts, Blue Earth County spends most on Capital Projects (6,581), Public Works (2,443), Grants (1,244), Environmental Services (1,089), and Recreation & Community Services (482). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Blue Earth County's current vendors?
Blue Earth County currently works with vendors including ICON CONSTRUCTORS LLC, SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE LLC, CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP, BOLTON & MENK INC, R & E ENTERPRISES OF MANKATO INC, ISG, RINKE-NOONAN, I & S GROUP INC, and CITY OF EAGLE LAKE. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Blue Earth County working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Blue Earth County is actively discussing: Blue Earth County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Blue Earth County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Blue Earth County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Blue Earth County Board Addresses Ditch Projects, Grants, and Budget, and JD 49 Contract Accepted, Final Payment to Krueger Excavating Authorized. 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 Blue Earth County have?
Blue Earth County currently has 49 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (6,581), Public Works (2,443), and Grants (1,244). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.