Aitkin County bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 16,252 · co.aitkin.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 16 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 64
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 13
- Contracts
- 9,501
- 2,591 vendors
The 30-second brief
64 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Aitkin County's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 13: The board agenda included an introduction of Anthony Lenz, the new chief executive officer of Mille Lacs Energy Cooperative. The packet says he brings leadership experience from the Minnesota Rural Electric Association and that the cooperative provides electric and broadband services to more than 13,000 members. This is a leadership-change signal that could affect utility and broadband priorities.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Conducive Consulting Inc for aitkin County Approves Conducive Consulting Payment ($136.88, Oct 2026) and North Homes-standard for aitkin County Approves North Homes Payment ($7,926.30, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Aitkin County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Aitkin County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Aitkin County buys from, taken from council records. 9,501 contracts with 2,591 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Aitkin County.
Questions about Aitkin County
How do I become an approved vendor for Aitkin County?
Aitkin County currently works with 2,591 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 45 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 Aitkin County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Aitkin County include Aitkin County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Aitkin County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Aitkin County Board Approves Contracts, Budget Resolutions & Policy Updates, 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 Aitkin County publish RFPs?
Aitkin County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 13 solicitations from Aitkin County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Aitkin County?
At Aitkin County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Aitkin County CARE — NEMT Special Transportation Services. 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 45 decision-makers at Aitkin County.
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What does Aitkin County spend the most on?
Based on 3,649 tracked contracts, Aitkin County spends most on Capital Projects (1,966), Grants (843), Public Works (343), Environmental Services (303), and Recreation & Community Services (194). Contract types include CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Aitkin County's current vendors?
Aitkin County currently works with vendors including CONDUCIVE CONSULTING INC, NORTH HOMES-STANDARD, VERSATERM PUBLIC SAFETY US INC, STERICYCLE INC, MIDWEST MACHINERY CO, QUADIENT INC, LAKES & PINES CAC INC, MCKESSON MEDICAL, PARAMOUNT PLANNING GROUP LLC, and OLD NATIONAL BANK (ELAN). These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Aitkin County working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Aitkin County is actively discussing: Aitkin County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Aitkin County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Aitkin County Board Approves Contracts, Budget Resolutions & Policy Updates, Aitkin County Seeks Proposals for Comprehensive Recycling Services, and Aitkin County Shoreland Ordinance Amendment: Business Impact Analysis. 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 Aitkin County have?
Aitkin County currently has 13 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,966), Grants (843), and Public Works (343). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.