City of Bena bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 156 · llojibwe.org/government/district2/bena.html- Latest contract
- May 1, 2025
- 18 months ago
- Contracts
- 389
- 315 vendors
- Decision makers
- 8
- Population
- 156
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Leech Lake Association (May 2025) and Crow Wing Swcd (May 2025).
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Vendors and contracts
Who City of Bena buys from, taken from council records. 389 contracts with 315 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Bena.
Questions about City of Bena
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Bena?
City of Bena currently works with 315 vendors across contract types including Diver Assisted Suction Harvesting, Agreement for Services, Algae Sampling, Algae invoice, and Suction Harvesting. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 8 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 City of Bena?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Bena include Cass County Board of Commissioners Meeting Summary, and Cass County Board Meeting Highlights: February 18, 2025, 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 City of Bena publish RFPs?
City of Bena publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Bena?
At City of Bena, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Administration, and City Council. 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 8 decision-makers at City of Bena.
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What does City of Bena spend the most on?
Based on 139 tracked contracts, City of Bena spends most on Capital Projects (63), Grants (28), Environmental Services (25), Public Safety (13), and Public Works (10). Contract types include Diver Assisted Suction Harvesting, Agreement for Services, Algae Sampling, Algae invoice, and Suction Harvesting. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Bena's current vendors?
City of Bena currently works with vendors including LEECH LAKE ASSOCIATION, CROW WING SWCD, PHYCOTECH, APM, and MN DNR. These vendors span contract types like Diver Assisted Suction Harvesting, Agreement for Services, Algae Sampling, Algae invoice, and Suction Harvesting. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Bena working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, City of Bena is actively discussing: Cass County Board of Commissioners Meeting Summary, and Cass County Board Meeting Highlights: February 18, 2025. 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.