Blue Earth County bids, RFPs and contracts
Mankato, MinnesotaPop. 70,634 · blueearthcountymn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 134
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 49
- Contracts
- 9,288
- 2,516 vendors
The 30-second brief
134 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Blue Earth County's meetings, most in public works and transportation. The latest, from Oct 20: County Reviewing Ditch Cleaning, Tree Removal, and Seeding Scope.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: I & S Group Inc for ISG Provides Engineering Services for Ditch 88 Repairs (Oct 2026) and ISG for ISG Appointed Engineer for Judicial Ditch Review (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Blue Earth County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Blue Earth County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Blue Earth County buys from, taken from council records. 9,288 contracts with 2,516 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Blue Earth County.
Questions about Blue Earth County
How do I become an approved vendor for Blue Earth County?
Blue Earth County currently works with 2,516 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 134 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 Blue Earth County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Blue Earth County include Blue Earth County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Blue Earth County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Blue Earth County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Blue Earth County publish RFPs?
Blue Earth County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 49 solicitations from Blue Earth County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Blue Earth County?
At Blue Earth County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Veterans Services, 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 134 decision-makers at Blue Earth County.
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What does Blue Earth County spend the most on?
Based on 11,831 tracked contracts, Blue Earth County spends most on Capital Projects (6,578), Public Works (2,440), Grants (1,244), Environmental Services (1,087), and Recreation & Community Services (482). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Blue Earth County's current vendors?
Blue Earth County currently works with vendors including I & S GROUP INC, ISG, RINKE-NOONAN, AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC, BARR ENGINEERING COMPANY INC, HP INC, CIVICPLUS LLC, DIRT MERCHANT INC, and SCHWICKERTS COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Blue Earth County working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Blue Earth County is actively discussing: Blue Earth County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Blue Earth County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Blue Earth County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Blue Earth County Board Addresses Ditch Projects, Grants, and Budget, and JD 49 Contract Accepted, Final Payment to Krueger Excavating Authorized. 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 Blue Earth County have?
Blue Earth County currently has 49 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (6,578), Public Works (2,440), and Grants (1,244). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.