St. Louis County bids, RFPs and contracts
Duluth, MinnesotaPop. 200,518 · stlouiscountymn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 6, 2026
- 32 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 105
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 9
- Contracts
- 475
- 276 vendors
The 30-second brief
105 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in St. Louis County's meetings, most in transportation and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 6: County Embarking on Major ERP Conversion Project.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Transportation.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 9. Latest awards: Fayal Township for county Approves Fayal Township Road Agreement (Nov 2026) and Fredenberg Township for county Approves Fredenberg Township Road Agreement (Nov 2026).
105 pre-RFPs tracked at St. Louis County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in St. Louis County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations St. Louis County is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who St. Louis County buys from, taken from council records. 475 contracts with 276 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at St. Louis County.
Questions about St. Louis County
How do I become an approved vendor for St. Louis County?
St. Louis County currently works with 276 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 49 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 St. Louis County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at St. Louis County include St. Louis County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), St. Louis County Appraisal Services for Birchwood Investors LLC, and RFQ: Appraisal Services for AutoZone Parts, St. Louis County, MN, 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 St. Louis County publish RFPs?
St. Louis County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 72 solicitations from St. Louis 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 St. Louis County?
At St. Louis County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include District Court. 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 49 decision-makers at St. Louis County.
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What does St. Louis County spend the most on?
Based on 518 tracked contracts, St. Louis County spends most on Capital Projects (169), Public Works (110), Transportation (103), Environmental Services (76), and Grants (60). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are St. Louis County's current vendors?
St. Louis County currently works with vendors including FAYAL TOWNSHIP, FREDENBERG TOWNSHIP, MESABI BITUMINOUS INC, DSGW ARCHITECTS INC, AMERICAN BUSINESS FORMS INC DBA AMERICAN SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESS, ARROWHEAD REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, HEARTH CONNECTION, and AMERICAN TOWERS LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is St. Louis County working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, St. Louis County is actively discussing: St. Louis County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), St. Louis County Appraisal Services for Birchwood Investors LLC, RFQ: Appraisal Services for AutoZone Parts, St. Louis County, MN, St. Louis County Seeks Quotes for 2026 Legal Advertising Services, and St. Louis County Board 2025 Workshop Schedule Finalized. 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 St. Louis County have?
St. Louis County currently has 72 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (169), Public Works (110), and Transportation (103). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.