City of Grand Marais bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 1,290 · ci.grand-marais.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 17 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 2
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 600
- 302 vendors
- Population
- 1,290
The 30-second brief
2 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Grand Marais's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Oct 21: Comprehensive Engineering Plan Recommends Sand Filter & Automation Upgrades.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: At&t Mobility for city Approves AT&T Mobility Telephone Payment ($39.73, Oct 2026) and Gene S Foods for city Approves Gene S Foods Payments ($65.10, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Grand Marais's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Grand Marais buys from, taken from council records. 600 contracts with 302 vendors.
Questions about City of Grand Marais
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Grand Marais?
City of Grand Marais currently works with 302 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with City of Grand Marais?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (102), Grants (26), and Public Works (21), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Grand Marais publish RFPs?
City of Grand Marais 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 Grand Marais?
At City of Grand Marais, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does City of Grand Marais spend the most on?
Based on 182 tracked contracts, City of Grand Marais spends most on Capital Projects (102), Grants (26), Public Works (21), Environmental Services (18), and Administration & Finance (15). Contract types include UTILITIES, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Grand Marais's current vendors?
City of Grand Marais currently works with vendors including AT&T MOBILITY, GENE S FOODS, NEON LINK, COOK COUNTY HOME CENTER, GRAINGER, TOSHIBA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, HACH COMPANY, VESTIS, G&G SEPTIC, and WARNER, SCOTT. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.