City of La Crescent bids, RFPs and contracts
La Crescent, MinnesotaPop. 5,261 · cityoflacrescent-mn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Jun 8, 2026
- 5 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 9
- Contracts
- 110
- 79 vendors
- Decision makers
- 25
The 30-second brief
9 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of La Crescent's meetings, most in public works and public safety. The latest, from Jun 8: Fire Department Requesting Funds for Thermal Imagers.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Grants.
Latest awards: Do Be Kind for do Be Kind Cannabis Retail License Renewed (Jun 2026) and WHKS for WHKS Provides Engineering for Walnut St. Project (Jun 2026).
9 pre-RFPs tracked at City of La Crescent. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of La Crescent's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of La Crescent buys from, taken from council records. 110 contracts with 79 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of La Crescent.
Questions about City of La Crescent
How do I become an approved vendor for City of La Crescent?
City of La Crescent currently works with 79 vendors across contract types including LICENSE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 25 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 La Crescent?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of La Crescent include City of La Crescent — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of La Crescent — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and La Crescent City Council Meeting: Budget, Contracts, and Development, 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 La Crescent publish RFPs?
City of La Crescent 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 La Crescent?
At City of La Crescent, 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 Water & Sewer Utilities/street Maintenance, Police, and Administration. 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 25 decision-makers at City of La Crescent.
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What does City of La Crescent spend the most on?
Based on 1,066 tracked contracts, City of La Crescent spends most on Capital Projects (663), Recreation & Community Services (136), Grants (115), Public Works (102), and Environmental Services (50). Contract types include LICENSE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of La Crescent's current vendors?
City of La Crescent currently works with vendors including DO BE KIND, WHKS, EFA, COULEE REGION PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, FIRE SAFETY USA, LIFETIME, HAWKINS ASH CPAS, and OLSON, MATTHEW A. These vendors span contract types like LICENSE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. 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 La Crescent working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, City of La Crescent is actively discussing: City of La Crescent — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of La Crescent — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), La Crescent City Council Meeting: Budget, Contracts, and Development, and City of La Crescent Regular Meeting: Key Agenda Items and Business Opportunities. 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.