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Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office bids, RFPs and contracts

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office logoSt Paul, Minnesota
Latest contract
Jun 21, 2023
3 years ago
Open bids
1+
Next due Nov 12
Contracts
123
85 vendors
Decision makers
23

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Professional Services.

How they buy

1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Custodial Services Contract Metropolitan State University for custodial Services Contract Approval for Metro State (Jun 2023) and STARREZ for student Housing Software Contract with StarRez Extended (Not to exceed $2,000,000 (extension for two additional years; total term nine years), Jun 2023).

1 open bidDue Nov 12

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Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office buys from, taken from council records. 123 contracts with 85 vendors.

CUSTODIAL SERVICES CONTRACT METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITYCustodial Services Contract Approval for Metro State · Jun 21Undisclosed
STARREZStudent Housing Software Contract with StarRez Extended · Jun 21$2,000,000WELLINGTON MANAGEMENTMetropolitan State University ETC Building Lease Extended · Jun 21$6 millionCAMPUS SERVICES GROUPCustodial Contract Approved for Metropolitan State University · Jun 21$3,900,000
LEASE EXTENSION ETC BUILDING ENERGY PARK METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITYLease Extension for Metropolitan State's ETC Building Pending · Jun 21Undisclosed

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office.

Questions about Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office

How do I become an approved vendor for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office?

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office currently works with 85 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 23 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 Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office?

Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (75), Education & Training (20), and Professional Services (20), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office publish RFPs?

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 377 solicitations from Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Professional Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office?

At Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Minnesota State Board of Trustees, Finance Division — Procurement, Human Resources, and Minnstate. 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 23 decision-makers at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office.

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What does Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office spend the most on?

Based on 140 tracked contracts, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office spends most on Capital Projects (75), Education & Training (20), Professional Services (20), Library (14), and Grants (11). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office's current vendors?

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office currently works with vendors including CUSTODIAL SERVICES CONTRACT METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY, STARREZ, WELLINGTON MANAGEMENT, CAMPUS SERVICES GROUP, LEASE EXTENSION ETC BUILDING ENERGY PARK METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY, CUSTODIAL SERVICES CONTRACT MINNEAPOLIS COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE, LEARNING NETWORK OF MINNESOTA, MARSDEN BUILDING MAINTENANCE LLC, and USDA -NIFA NEXTGEN GRANT AWARD WITH LEECH LAKE TRIBAL COLLEGE FOND DU LAC TRIBAL & COMMUNITY COLLEGE. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, TECHNOLOGY, FACILITIES, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

How many active solicitations does Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office have?

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Office currently has 377 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (75), Education & Training (20), and Professional Services (20). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.

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