Itasca County bids, RFPs and contracts
Grand Rapids, MinnesotaPop. 45,404 · co.itasca.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 7 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 133
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 73
- Contracts
- 5,569
- 1,416 vendors
The 30-second brief
133 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Itasca County's meetings, most in transportation and parks & recreation. The latest, from Oct 27: County Setting 2027 Legislative and Infrastructure Funding Agenda.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Paul Bunyan for itasca County Considers Paul Bunyan Voice Services Contract (Oct 2026) and Northwestern Mn Juvenile for county Reports Northwestern MN Juvenile Payments ($58,330, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Itasca County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Itasca County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Itasca County buys from, taken from council records. 5,569 contracts with 1,416 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Itasca County.
Questions about Itasca County
How do I become an approved vendor for Itasca County?
Itasca County currently works with 1,416 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 298 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 Itasca County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Itasca County include Itasca County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Itasca County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Itasca 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 Itasca County publish RFPs?
Itasca County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 73 solicitations from Itasca 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 Itasca County?
At Itasca County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Planning, Engineering, Human Services, and Public Works. 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 298 decision-makers at Itasca County.
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What does Itasca County spend the most on?
Based on 2,726 tracked contracts, Itasca County spends most on Capital Projects (1,261), Grants (655), Public Works (326), Transportation (297), and Environmental Services (187). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Itasca County's current vendors?
Itasca County currently works with vendors including PAUL BUNYAN, NORTHWESTERN MN JUVENILE, ITASCA COUNTY AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION, DUNGARVIN, KADIRI HOUSE, LITTLE SAND GROUP HOME, RESIDENTIAL SERVICES, GEORGE BOUGALIS & SONS COMPANY, and LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, FACILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Itasca County working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Itasca County is actively discussing: Itasca County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Itasca County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Itasca County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Quacet City Council Approves Contracts, Budget, and Holiday Changes, and Colasset Council Meeting: Go-Marty Expansion, New Logo, Security Updates. 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 Itasca County have?
Itasca County currently has 73 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,261), Grants (655), and Public Works (326). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.