City of Elk River bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 27,896 · elkrivermn.gov- Latest contract
- May 5, 2025
- 18 months ago
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Oct 28
- Contracts
- 27
- 23 vendors
- Decision makers
- 60
The 30-second brief
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Environmental Services.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Oct 28. Latest awards: PINEWOOD for pinewood gets payment delay for property deed (May 2025) and Capstone Homes for capstone Homes invests heavily in Elk River utilities ($1,500,000, Mar 2025).
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Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Elk River is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Elk River buys from, taken from council records. 27 contracts with 23 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Elk River.
Questions about City of Elk River
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Elk River?
City of Elk River currently works with 23 vendors across contract types including Contract for Deed Amendment, Real Estate, Development, Partnership, and Housing study. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 60 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 Elk River?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Elk River include Elk River Council Meeting: Septic Ordinance & Infrastructure Discussion, Elk River City Council Meeting: 2026 Budget & Cannabis Store Planning, and Elk River Utilities Commission Meeting: Verizon Lease & Future Planning, 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 Elk River publish RFPs?
City of Elk River publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 178 solicitations from City of Elk River. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Elk River?
At City of Elk River, 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 Fire, Finance, Planning, Administration, and Parks & Recreation. 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 60 decision-makers at City of Elk River.
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What does City of Elk River spend the most on?
Based on 119 tracked contracts, City of Elk River spends most on Capital Projects (94), Recreation & Community Services (11), Environmental Services (7), Grants (4), and Public Notices & Legal Advertising (3). Contract types include Contract for Deed Amendment, Real Estate, Development, Partnership, and Housing study. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Elk River's current vendors?
City of Elk River currently works with vendors including PINEWOOD, CAPSTONE HOMES, FAITH IN ACTION, SHERBURNE COUNTY, CATERPILLAR INC., AEGIR BREWING, ELK RIVER HOCKEY, and HARDIN COMPANIES. These vendors span contract types like Contract for Deed Amendment, Real Estate, Development, Partnership, and Housing study. 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 Elk River working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, City of Elk River is actively discussing: Elk River Council Meeting: Septic Ordinance & Infrastructure Discussion, Elk River City Council Meeting: 2026 Budget & Cannabis Store Planning, Elk River Utilities Commission Meeting: Verizon Lease & Future Planning, Elk River Planning & Adjustments: Key Business Decisions and Opportunities, and City Council Meeting Agenda: Commercial Implications and Key Decisions (June 16, 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 City of Elk River have?
City of Elk River currently has 178 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (94), Recreation & Community Services (11), and Environmental Services (7). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.