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Town of Strand bids, RFPs and contracts

Minnesota
Latest contract
Jun 26, 2023
3 years ago
Contracts
121
69 vendors
Population
80

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Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.

How they buy

Latest awards: Black Dog Homes for black Dog Homes considered for real estate development (Jun 2023) and Outdoor Perfection for outdoor Perfection considered for landscaping contract (Jun 2023).

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Vendors and contracts

Who Town of Strand buys from, taken from council records. 121 contracts with 69 vendors.

BLACK DOG HOMESBlack Dog Homes considered for real estate development · Jun 26Undisclosed
BLACK DOG HOMESBlack Dog Homes considered for construction contract · Jun 26Undisclosed
OUTDOOR PERFECTIONOutdoor Perfection considered for landscaping contract · Jun 26Undisclosed
MNWIMN/WI considered for playground construction, delays noted · Jun 21Undisclosed
WSB & ASSOCIATES INC.WSB working on Bell Courts reconstruction project · Jun 21$175,000

Questions about Town of Strand

How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Strand?

Town of Strand currently works with 69 vendors across contract types including Real Estate Development, Construction, Landscaping, IT Services, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Town of Strand?

Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (197), Public Works (63), and Recreation & Community Services (16), 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 Town of Strand publish RFPs?

Town of Strand 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 Town of Strand?

At Town of Strand, 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 Town of Strand spend the most on?

Based on 296 tracked contracts, Town of Strand spends most on Capital Projects (197), Public Works (63), Recreation & Community Services (16), Grants (10), and Public Safety (10). Contract types include Real Estate Development, Construction, Landscaping, IT Services, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Town of Strand's current vendors?

Town of Strand currently works with vendors including BLACK DOG HOMES, OUTDOOR PERFECTION, MNWI, WSB & ASSOCIATES INC., LOFFLER, KRAUS ANDERSON, MOTION SPORTS AND SAFETY PRODUCTS I, HAGEN CHRISTENSEN & MCILWAIN, and LAKE STATES EVERGREEN COMPANY LLC. These vendors span contract types like Real Estate Development, Construction, Landscaping, IT Services, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

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