Faribault County bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 13,888 · co.faribault.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 18, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 30
- Bids and RFPs
- 30
- Contracts
- 2,424
- 720 vendors
The 30-second brief
30 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Faribault County's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and capital projects. The latest, from Aug 18: County Planning Multiple Drainage System Repairs.
Public Works leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
Latest awards: Ground Works Backhoe Service for CD14 tile replacement change order and payment okayed (Change order #1 decreasing by $4,870.00 and pay application #1 for $48,322.70, Aug 2026) and Leland Drainage & Excavating LLC for change order and payment approved for JD4FM project (Change order #1 for $8,800.00 and pay application #1 for $67,618.81, Aug 2026).
30 pre-RFPs tracked at Faribault County. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Faribault County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Faribault County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Faribault County buys from, taken from council records. 2,424 contracts with 720 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Faribault County.
Questions about Faribault County
How do I become an approved vendor for Faribault County?
Faribault County currently works with 720 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 77 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 Faribault County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Faribault County include Faribault County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Faribault County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Faribault 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 Faribault County publish RFPs?
Faribault County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 30 solicitations from Faribault County. The most active RFP sectors are Public Works, Capital Projects, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Faribault County?
At Faribault County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Veterans Services, Swcd, Police, and Solid Waste. 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 77 decision-makers at Faribault County.
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What does Faribault County spend the most on?
Based on 1,208 tracked contracts, Faribault County spends most on Public Works (407), Capital Projects (406), Infrastructure & Maintenance (178), Grants (125), and Environmental Services (92). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Faribault County's current vendors?
Faribault County currently works with vendors including GROUND WORKS BACKHOE SERVICE, LELAND DRAINAGE & EXCAVATING LLC, BLUE EARTH LIGHT & WATER, POLK COUNTY, and KRUEGER EXCAVATING OF ALBERT LEA LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and TRANSPORTATION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Faribault County working on?
Based on 20 tracked meetings, Faribault County is actively discussing: Faribault County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Faribault County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Faribault County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Faribault County Board Meeting: Infrastructure, Budget, and Contracts, and Faribault County Board Meeting: Road Project Support & Budget Actions. 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 Faribault County have?
Faribault County currently has 30 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Public Works (407), Capital Projects (406), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (178). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.