City of St. James bids, RFPs and contracts
St. James, MinnesotaPop. 4,863 · ci.stjames.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 17 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 31
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 45
- Contracts
- 328
- 136 vendors
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31 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of St. James's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 20: EMS Treatment-in-Place Grant Implementation.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Minnesota Department of Transportation for st. James Considers MnDOT Airport Grant Phase Two (Oct 2026) and Caselle Community Connect for st. James Approves Caselle Community Connect Proposal (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of St. James's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of St. James has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of St. James buys from, taken from council records. 328 contracts with 136 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of St. James.
Questions about City of St. James
How do I become an approved vendor for City of St. James?
City of St. James currently works with 136 vendors across contract types including OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 47 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 St. James?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of St. James include City of St. James — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of St. James — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of St. James — 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 City of St. James publish RFPs?
City of St. James publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 45 solicitations from City of St. James. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of St. James?
At City of St. James, 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 Police, Parks & Recreation, St. James Volunteer Fire Department, Mayor's Office / City Council, and Water. 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 47 decision-makers at City of St. James.
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What does City of St. James spend the most on?
Based on 439 tracked contracts, City of St. James spends most on Capital Projects (250), Public Works (77), Grants (60), Public Safety (35), and Equipment (17). Contract types include OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of St. James's current vendors?
City of St. James currently works with vendors including MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, CASELLE COMMUNITY CONNECT, MINNESOTA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY, MJM MEDICAL DIRECTION CONSORTIUM, MINNESOTA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES, and LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES INSURANCE TRUST. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. 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 St. James working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, City of St. James is actively discussing: City of St. James — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of St. James — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of St. James — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), St. James Council OKs Budget, Tax Levy, Rezoning; Funds Fire Fleet Upgrade, and St. James City Council Meeting: Rezoning, Budget, Winter Carnival Permit. 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 St. James have?
City of St. James currently has 45 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (250), Public Works (77), and Grants (60). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.