City of Lake bids, RFPs and contracts
Lake City, MinnesotaPop. 5,306 · ci.lake-city.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 5, 2026
- Yesterday
- Pre-RFPs
- 67
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 287
- 135 vendors
- Decision makers
- 34
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67 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lake's meetings, most in utilities and capital projects. The latest, from Nov 5: Athletic Field Upgrade with Site Lighting and Infrastructure.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Utilities.
Latest awards: Alliant Engineering Inc for alliant Engineering Cited for Historical Traffic Study (Nov 2026) and Bolton & Menk for bolton & Menk Addresses Mill Overlay Project Issues (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lake's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lake buys from, taken from council records. 287 contracts with 135 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lake.
Questions about City of Lake
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lake?
City of Lake currently works with 135 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, CONSULTING, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 34 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 Lake?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (94), Public Works (45), and Utilities (36), 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 Lake publish RFPs?
City of Lake 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 Lake?
At City of Lake, 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 Planning Commission, 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 34 decision-makers at City of Lake.
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What does City of Lake spend the most on?
Based on 209 tracked contracts, City of Lake spends most on Capital Projects (94), Public Works (45), Utilities (36), Administration & Finance (17), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (17). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, CONSULTING, OTHER, 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 Lake's current vendors?
City of Lake currently works with vendors including ALLIANT ENGINEERING INC, BOLTON & MENK, MN HEALTHCARE CONSORTIUM - MEDICA, NORTH RISK PARTNERS, MEIER COMPANIES INC, BOLTON & MENK INC, ZIEGLER POWER SYSTEMS/AES, DGR ENGINEERING, PLACER LABS INC, and SIEVERS CREATIVE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, CONSULTING, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.