City of Cleveland bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 772 · cityofclevelandmn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 20 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 13
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 140
- 90 vendors
- Decision makers
- 2
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13 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Cleveland's meetings, most in public safety and utilities. The latest, from Oct 14: City Weighing Police Staffing Costs and County Sheriff Transition.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Le Sueur County Sheriff's Office ($50.00 per hour in 2027, $55.00 per hour in 2028, and $60.00 per hour in 2029, based on 40 hours per week, Oct 2026) and LMCIT for cleveland Council to Discuss LMCIT Liability Policy (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Cleveland's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Cleveland buys from, taken from council records. 140 contracts with 90 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Cleveland.
Questions about City of Cleveland
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Cleveland?
City of Cleveland currently works with 90 vendors across contract types including OTHER, INSURANCE, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 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 City of Cleveland?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Cleveland include Cleveland City Council Meeting: Budget, Infrastructure, Policy Updates, Cleveland City Council Meeting Summary: Annexation & Donations on Agenda, and Cleveland City Council Meeting Summary, 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 City of Cleveland publish RFPs?
City of Cleveland publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Cleveland?
At City of Cleveland, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Public Works. 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 2 decision-makers at City of Cleveland.
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What does City of Cleveland spend the most on?
Based on 170 tracked contracts, City of Cleveland spends most on Capital Projects (61), Public Works (46), Public Safety (25), Information Technology (20), and Utilities (18). Contract types include OTHER, INSURANCE, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Cleveland's current vendors?
City of Cleveland currently works with vendors including LE SUEUR COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, LMCIT, LJP, APX CONSTRUCTION, MEDIACOM, WASTE MANAGEMENT, and LE SUEUR COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, INSURANCE, CONSTRUCTION, UTILITIES, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Cleveland working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, City of Cleveland is actively discussing: Cleveland City Council Meeting: Budget, Infrastructure, Policy Updates, Cleveland City Council Meeting Summary: Annexation & Donations on Agenda, and Cleveland City Council Meeting Summary. 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.