Lincoln County bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 5,583 · co.lincoln.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Jul 21, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 3
- Bids and RFPs
- 7
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,510
- 735 vendors
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3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lincoln County's meetings, most in transportation and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Jul 21: 2027 Highway Budget and Capital Planning Underway.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Infrastructure & Maintenance and Transportation.
Latest awards: State of Mn Acting Through the Department of Safety on Behalf of the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for sheriff’s Office Joint Powers Agreement Approved (Aug 2026) and Counties Providing Technology for county Pays Technology Vendor in Warrants ($6,134.00, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lincoln County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lincoln County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lincoln County buys from, taken from council records. 1,510 contracts with 735 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lincoln County.
Questions about Lincoln County
How do I become an approved vendor for Lincoln County?
Lincoln County currently works with 735 vendors across contract types including OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 3 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 Lincoln County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lincoln County include Lincoln County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lincoln County Board Approves Solar Grant, Motor Grader Purchase, 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 Lincoln County publish RFPs?
Lincoln County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 7 solicitations from Lincoln County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Infrastructure & Maintenance, Transportation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lincoln County?
At Lincoln County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Auditor, Ace of Sw Mn, and Elections. 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 3 decision-makers at Lincoln County.
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What does Lincoln County spend the most on?
Based on 419 tracked contracts, Lincoln County spends most on Capital Projects (123), Infrastructure & Maintenance (105), Transportation (78), Grants (60), and Equipment (53). Contract types include OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lincoln County's current vendors?
Lincoln County currently works with vendors including STATE OF MN ACTING THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY ON BEHALF OF THE BUREAU OF CRIMINAL APPREHENSION, COUNTIES PROVIDING TECHNOLOGY, TITAN MACHINERY, FLYING PIGS FARM INC DBA, LYON CO AUDITOR-TREASURER, WRIGHT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE, ZIEGLER POWER SYSTEMS (CAT), K&L TILING LLC, LAKESIDE EXCAVATING LLC, and BAKKER SEPTIC TANKS LLC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Lincoln County working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Lincoln County is actively discussing: Lincoln County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lincoln County Board Approves Solar Grant, Motor Grader Purchase. 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 Lincoln County have?
Lincoln County currently has 7 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (123), Infrastructure & Maintenance (105), and Transportation (78). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.