Clay County bids, RFPs and contracts
Moorhead, MinnesotaPop. 67,734 · claycountymn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 28, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 347
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 15
- Contracts
- 12,521
- 2,523 vendors
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347 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Clay County's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and grants. The latest, from Oct 28: 2027-2031 Five-Year Highway and Bridge Capital Improvement Plan.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Patchin Messner Valuation Counselors for patchin Messner Valuation Counselors Joins CBRE (Oct 2026) and Cbre Valuation & Advisory Services for CBRE Valuation Services Discussed By Authority (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Clay County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Clay County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Clay County buys from, taken from council records. 12,521 contracts with 2,523 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Clay County.
Questions about Clay County
How do I become an approved vendor for Clay County?
Clay County currently works with 2,523 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 53 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 Clay County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Clay County include Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Clay County — 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 Clay County publish RFPs?
Clay County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 15 solicitations from Clay County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Clay County?
At Clay County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Public Works, Sheriff's Office > Operations > School Resource Office (sro), Police, Recorder, and Health. 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 53 decision-makers at Clay County.
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What does Clay County spend the most on?
Based on 4,337 tracked contracts, Clay County spends most on Capital Projects (2,306), Grants (705), Public Works (556), Environmental Services (493), and Public Services (277). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Clay County's current vendors?
Clay County currently works with vendors including PATCHIN MESSNER VALUATION COUNSELORS, CBRE VALUATION & ADVISORY SERVICES, CODE 4 SERVICES INC, SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP, ADVANCED BUSINESS METHODS, WAL-MART REAL EST BUSINESS TR, WEST CENTRAL REGIONAL JUVENILE CENTER, TOWN & COUNTRY OIL INC, BERG AUTO BODY, and TRINITY SERVICES GROUP INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, MAINTENANCE, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Clay County working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Clay County is actively discussing: Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Clay County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Klay County Commissioners Address Budget, Broadband Expansion, and Waste Programs, and Clay County Social Services Seeks Additional Social Worker Position. 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 Clay County have?
Clay County currently has 15 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,306), Grants (705), and Public Works (556). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.