City of St. Joseph bids, RFPs and contracts
St. Joseph, MinnesotaPop. 6,846 · cityofstjoseph.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 95
- 13 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 6
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,675
- 547 vendors
The 30-second brief
95 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of St. Joseph's meetings, most in parks & recreation and public safety. The latest, from Oct 27: The treasurer's report said the Park Board set aside $2,500 in 2026 to add nature finding signs at the new Rivers Bend Park. The report also said the project would be postponed until the final phase of the park development is approved. The capital improvement budget summary repeated the Rivers Bend Park nature signs line and showed the project still in the plan. Decision state: informational; timing remains tied to the final phase approval.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Playpower Lt Farmington Inc for klinefelter Park Equipment Bid Awarded to PlayPower ($299,250.91, Oct 2026) and Hansen & Company for hansen & Co. Listed in EDA TIF Fee Activity (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of St. Joseph's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of St. Joseph has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of St. Joseph buys from, taken from council records. 1,675 contracts with 547 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of St. Joseph.
Questions about City of St. Joseph
How do I become an approved vendor for City of St. Joseph?
City of St. Joseph currently works with 547 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, 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 St. Joseph?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of St. Joseph include City of St. Joseph — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of St. Joseph — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of St. Joseph — 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. Joseph publish RFPs?
City of St. Joseph publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from City of St. Joseph. 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. Joseph?
At City of St. Joseph, 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 Parks & Recreation, Community Development, City Council, and Police. 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 St. Joseph.
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What does City of St. Joseph spend the most on?
Based on 1,057 tracked contracts, City of St. Joseph spends most on Capital Projects (671), Public Works (146), Grants (98), Parks & Recreation (71), and Public Safety (71). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, 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 St. Joseph's current vendors?
City of St. Joseph currently works with vendors including PLAYPOWER LT FARMINGTON INC, HANSEN & COMPANY, NEWCOMER SERVICE MAGAZINE, SQUARE SPACE, RUBINSKI WORKS, GOOD FOOD GOOD PEOPLE GROUP, KRILLAN, ST. JOSEPH FOOD CO-OP (MN STREET MARKET), BRUNO PRESS, and FLOUR TO FLOWER BAKERY. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, 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 St. Joseph working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of St. Joseph is actively discussing: City of St. Joseph — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of St. Joseph — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of St. Joseph — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), St. Joseph, MN: 2026 Playground Improvements - Bidding Opportunity, and St. Joseph Park Board Meeting: Financials, Projects, and Future Planning. 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. Joseph have?
City of St. Joseph currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (671), Public Works (146), and Grants (98). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.