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Central Lakes College-brainerd bids, RFPs and contracts

Central Lakes College-brainerd logoBrainerd, Minnesota
Latest contract
Mar 6, 2024
2 years ago
Open bids
4+
Next due Oct 29
Contracts
8
5 vendors
Decision makers
82

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.

How they buy

4+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 29. Latest awards: Steve Rummler Hope Network for free Naloxone Doses Via Rummler Hope Network (A free naloxone dose upon completion of training, Mar 2024) and BLUFFSTONE for bluffstone Manages College Student Housing (Jan 2024).

4 open bidsDue Oct 29

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Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations Central Lakes College-brainerd is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who Central Lakes College-brainerd buys from, taken from council records. 8 contracts with 5 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Central Lakes College-brainerd.

Questions about Central Lakes College-brainerd

How do I become an approved vendor for Central Lakes College-brainerd?

Central Lakes College-brainerd currently works with 5 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 82 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 Central Lakes College-brainerd?

Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (12), Education & Training (11), and Grants (10), 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 Central Lakes College-brainerd publish RFPs?

Central Lakes College-brainerd publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 12 solicitations from Central Lakes College-brainerd. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Central Lakes College-brainerd?

At Central Lakes College-brainerd, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Music Performance. 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 82 decision-makers at Central Lakes College-brainerd.

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What does Central Lakes College-brainerd spend the most on?

Based on 49 tracked contracts, Central Lakes College-brainerd spends most on Capital Projects (12), Education & Training (11), Grants (10), Administration & Finance (8), and Professional Services (8). Contract types include SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, 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 Central Lakes College-brainerd's current vendors?

Central Lakes College-brainerd currently works with vendors including STEVE RUMMLER HOPE NETWORK, BLUFFSTONE, LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM, BLACKBOARD CONNECT, and STAPLES POLICE DEPARTMENT. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

How many active solicitations does Central Lakes College-brainerd have?

Central Lakes College-brainerd currently has 12 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (12), Education & Training (11), and Grants (10). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.

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