Winona County bids, RFPs and contracts
Winona, MinnesotaPop. 50,523 · winonacounty.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 9 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 73
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 63
- Contracts
- 508
- 311 vendors
The 30-second brief
73 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Winona County's meetings, most in environmental services and information technology. The latest, from Oct 28: Scenic Byway Corridor Management Plan and Infrastructure Strategy Review.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Jfk Dairy LLC for JFK Dairy Feedlot Expansion Recommended (Sep 2026) and City of Winona for county to Approve GIS License Agreement with City (Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Winona County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Winona County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Winona County buys from, taken from council records. 508 contracts with 311 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Winona County.
Questions about Winona County
How do I become an approved vendor for Winona County?
Winona County currently works with 311 vendors across contract types including OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 74 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 Winona County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Winona County include Winona County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Winona County Board Discusses Budget, Levies, Opioid Awareness Initiatives, and Winona County Board of Commissioners Meeting: 2026 Budget & County Business, 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 Winona County publish RFPs?
Winona County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 63 solicitations from Winona County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Winona County?
At Winona County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Sheriff, Planning, Streets & Roads, Human Services, and Assessor. 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 74 decision-makers at Winona County.
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What does Winona County spend the most on?
Based on 803 tracked contracts, Winona County spends most on Capital Projects (392), Grants (131), Environmental Services (116), Public Updates (87), and Public Works (77). Contract types include OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Winona County's current vendors?
Winona County currently works with vendors including JFK DAIRY LLC, CITY OF WINONA, MAYO CLINIC DBA SOUTHERN MINNESOTA REGIONAL MEDICAL EXAMINER’S OFFICE, DBT IN SCHOOLS, PROJECT FINE, SEMCAC, DOCUSIGN, KLEIN MCCARTHY ARCHITECTS, STATE OF MINNESOTA ACTING THROUGH ITS COMMISSIONER OF MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, and HARTER'S QUICK CLEAN UP. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and TRANSPORTATION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Winona County working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, Winona County is actively discussing: Winona County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Winona County Board Discusses Budget, Levies, Opioid Awareness Initiatives, Winona County Board of Commissioners Meeting: 2026 Budget & County Business, Winona County Board Meeting: Addiction Support & 2026 Budget Strategy, and Winona County Planning Commission Reviews Land Use Petitions. 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 Winona County have?
Winona County currently has 63 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (392), Grants (131), and Environmental Services (116). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.