Mower County bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 40,971 · co.mower.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 13 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 68
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 4,905
- 1,312 vendors
The 30-second brief
68 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Mower County's meetings, most in information technology and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 13: The Committee of the Whole reviewed a proposed 2026 bridge priority resolution identifying bridge projects for replacement, rehabilitation, or removal from 2027-2031 funding assistance requests. The item shows the county is lining up bridge work well before funding decisions. Engineering and construction firms should treat this as a future capital pipeline tied to 2027-2031.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: SAMSARA for mower County to Discuss Samsara Fleet Technology Purchase (Oct 2026) and TRIMBLE for mower County to Discuss Trimble Survey Equipment Purchase (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Mower County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Mower County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Mower County buys from, taken from council records. 4,905 contracts with 1,312 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Mower County.
Questions about Mower County
How do I become an approved vendor for Mower County?
Mower County currently works with 1,312 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, CONSULTING, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 208 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 Mower County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Mower County include Mower County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Mower County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Mower 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 Mower County publish RFPs?
Mower County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from Mower 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 Mower County?
At Mower County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Police Department, Sheriff's Office, Attorney's Office, Public Works, 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 208 decision-makers at Mower County.
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What does Mower County spend the most on?
Based on 1,768 tracked contracts, Mower County spends most on Capital Projects (1,017), Grants (234), Public Works (207), Environmental Services (184), and Information Technology (126). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, CONSULTING, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Mower County's current vendors?
Mower County currently works with vendors including SAMSARA, TRIMBLE, CITY OF LYLE, GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT GROUP, SCMIDT GOODMAN, and BRIGHT LIFE HOUSE. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, CONSULTING, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Mower County working on?
Based on 6 tracked meetings, Mower County is actively discussing: Mower County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Mower County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Mower County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), CSBG Funding Request: $780M Appropriation for FY2026 & Policy Support, and Mower County Board Review: 765-kV Transmission Line Project. 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 Mower County have?
Mower County currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,017), Grants (234), and Public Works (207). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.