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Carver County bids, RFPs and contracts

Carver County logoChaska, Minnesota
Latest pre-RFP
Nov 4, 2026
3 days ago
Pre-RFPs
217
10 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
84
Contracts
2,706
1,168 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

217 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Carver County's meetings, most in transportation and environmental services. The latest, from Nov 4: Parks Department Seeking New Leadership and Department Evaluation.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.

How they buy

Latest awards: International Paper – Twin Cities for international Paper Handles Bongards Cardboard Recycling (Oct 2026) and Lano Equipment of Shakopee for county Recommends $46,000 Snow Pusher Purchase ($46,000.00, Oct 2026).

217 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Nov 4

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Carver County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Carver County has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Carver County buys from, taken from council records. 2,706 contracts with 1,168 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Carver County.

Questions about Carver County

How do I become an approved vendor for Carver County?

Carver County currently works with 1,168 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORTATION, CONSTRUCTION, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 56 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 Carver County?

Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Carver County include Carver County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Carver County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Carver 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 Carver County publish RFPs?

Carver County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 84 solicitations from Carver County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Carver County?

At Carver County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Facility Services, Carver County Public Works, GIS, Planning and Water Management, and Assessor. 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 56 decision-makers at Carver County.

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What does Carver County spend the most on?

Based on 2,181 tracked contracts, Carver County spends most on Capital Projects (1,075), Public Works (311), Transportation (294), Grants (261), and Environmental Services (240). Contract types include FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORTATION, CONSTRUCTION, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Carver County's current vendors?

Carver County currently works with vendors including INTERNATIONAL PAPER – TWIN CITIES, LANO EQUIPMENT OF SHAKOPEE, METROPOLITAN COUNCIL, CENTURY TRAFFIC LLC, CITY WIDE FACILITY SOLUTIONS, BOLTON & MENK INC, CITY OF CHASKA, RES CONSULTING, and WSP USA INC. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORTATION, CONSTRUCTION, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Carver County working on?

Based on 21 tracked meetings, Carver County is actively discussing: Carver County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Carver County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Carver County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Carver County 2026 Legislative Priorities: Funding, Policy & Development, and Carver County Library Advisory Board Meeting: Future Growth & Planning. 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 Carver County have?

Carver County currently has 84 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,075), Public Works (311), and Transportation (294). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.

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