Carlton County bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 36,711 · carltoncountymn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 83
- 9 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 106
- Contracts
- 1,624
- 707 vendors
The 30-second brief
83 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Carlton County's meetings, most in grants and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 13: At its October 13, 2026 meeting, the board considered a revised vision statement, goals, and preliminary land use plan for the Carlton County 2050 Comprehensive Plan. Houseal Lavigne prepared the memo and the county said it would use it as the basis for drafting the CLUP. The plan points to future zoning amendments, infrastructure planning, and long-range investment priorities, so it is a useful early signal for planning and consulting firms.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Enterprise Fm Trust for county Approves Enterprise Fleet Payment ($36,660.44, Oct 2026) and Blaine Brothers for county Approves Blaine Brothers Payment ($2,122.48, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Carlton County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Carlton County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Carlton County buys from, taken from council records. 1,624 contracts with 707 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Carlton County.
Questions about Carlton County
How do I become an approved vendor for Carlton County?
Carlton County currently works with 707 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 113 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 Carlton County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Carlton County include Carlton County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Carlton County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Carlton 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 Carlton County publish RFPs?
Carlton County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 106 solicitations from Carlton 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 Carlton County?
At Carlton County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Clerk of Courts, Human Services, Auditor, and Board of Commissioners. 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 113 decision-makers at Carlton County.
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What does Carlton County spend the most on?
Based on 697 tracked contracts, Carlton County spends most on Capital Projects (357), Grants (103), Environmental Services (100), Public Works (72), and Transportation (65). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Carlton County's current vendors?
Carlton County currently works with vendors including ENTERPRISE FM TRUST, BLAINE BROTHERS, MILLER, MATTHEW ATTORNEY AT LAW PC, PEARSON, ADRIENNE, JOHNSON CONTROLS INC -DNU (USE 20045), RATWIK ROSZAK & MALONEY PA, LEVEL 5 SERVICES, DSC COMMUNICATIONS, U.S. BANK, and BNSF RAILWAY COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Carlton County working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Carlton County is actively discussing: Carlton County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Carlton County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Carlton County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Carlton Co. Commissioners: Budget, Agreements, Personnel, & Levy Set., and Carlton County Board Meeting: Contracts, Grants, Funds Approved - 12/11/2025. 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 Carlton County have?
Carlton County currently has 106 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (357), Grants (103), and Environmental Services (100). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.