Nobles County bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 22,338 · co.nobles.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 5 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 75
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 11
- Contracts
- 6,249
- 1,919 vendors
The 30-second brief
75 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Nobles County's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and insurance. The latest, from Oct 20: On October 20, 2026 the board adopted resolution 202636 approving the Multi-County Southwest Regional Solid Waste Management Plan. The 10-year plan was described as a statutory requirement to preserve eligibility for annual SCORE funding and to support regional recycling, composting, and waste reduction coordination. This is a policy and planning signal tied to ongoing environmental service work, not a direct purchase.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Janitor's Closet Ltd for county Approves Janitorial Supply Purchases ($4,533.50, Oct 2026) and BLUEPEAK for county Approves Bluepeak Telephone Payment ($78.06, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Nobles County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Nobles County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Nobles County buys from, taken from council records. 6,249 contracts with 1,919 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Nobles County.
Questions about Nobles County
How do I become an approved vendor for Nobles County?
Nobles County currently works with 1,919 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, INSURANCE, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 43 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 Nobles County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Nobles County include Nobles County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Nobles County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Nobles 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 Nobles County publish RFPs?
Nobles County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Nobles 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 Nobles County?
At Nobles County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Public Works, Auditor, Human Services, Police, and Veterans Services. 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 43 decision-makers at Nobles County.
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What does Nobles County spend the most on?
Based on 1,499 tracked contracts, Nobles County spends most on Capital Projects (648), Grants (332), Public Works (290), Professional Services (115), and Administration & Finance (114). Contract types include SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, INSURANCE, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Nobles County's current vendors?
Nobles County currently works with vendors including JANITOR'S CLOSET LTD, BLUEPEAK, ADRIAN CO OP OIL COMPANY, MARSDEN CENTRAL LLC, PEIP, BOLTJES INCORPORATED, COUNTY OF NOBLES, BEST & FLANAGAN LLP, PITNEY BOWES INC, and THOMSON REUTERS - WEST. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, INSURANCE, 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 Nobles County working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, Nobles County is actively discussing: Nobles County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Nobles County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Nobles County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Nobles County Board Meeting: Budget, Roadwork, Grants - Dec 23, 2025, and Nobles Co. Board: AI Implementation, Sewer District, Tourism & Hunting Rules. 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 Nobles County have?
Nobles County currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (648), Grants (332), and Public Works (290). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.