Rochester-olmsted COG bids, RFPs and contracts
Rochester, Minnesotaco.olmsted.mn.us/planning/rocog/Pages/default.aspx- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 1, 2026
- 25 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 8
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 151
- 132 vendors
- Decision makers
- 4
The 30-second brief
8 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Rochester-olmsted COG's meetings, most in transportation and public works. The latest, from Oct 1: At its September 3, 2026 meeting, the Planning Advisory Commission recommended approval of Mark Leitzen's floodplain conditional use permit to expand the sand extraction operation next to the Baihly Pit. The record referenced Stone Brook Engineering hydrologic modeling, a 3-foot water diversion berm, and an MPCA permit MNG490000 filing due within 60 days. The project points to engineering, erosion control, and mining compliance work tied to the new area.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Transportation and Grants.
Latest awards: Gopher Septic Services for gopher Septic Services Testing Referenced in Review (Oct 2026) and WHKS for WHKS Flood Study Referenced in Variance Review (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Rochester-olmsted COG's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Rochester-olmsted COG buys from, taken from council records. 151 contracts with 132 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Rochester-olmsted COG.
Questions about Rochester-olmsted COG
How do I become an approved vendor for Rochester-olmsted COG?
Rochester-olmsted COG currently works with 132 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INTERGOVERNMENTAL, SUPPLIES, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 4 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 Rochester-olmsted COG?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Rochester-olmsted COG include Rochester-Olmsted COG — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Olmsted County Board of Commissioners Meeting Summary, 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 Rochester-olmsted COG publish RFPs?
Rochester-olmsted COG publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Rochester-olmsted COG?
At Rochester-olmsted COG, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. 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 4 decision-makers at Rochester-olmsted COG.
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What does Rochester-olmsted COG spend the most on?
Based on 309 tracked contracts, Rochester-olmsted COG spends most on Capital Projects (142), Transportation (68), Grants (49), Environmental Services (25), and Public Works (25). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INTERGOVERNMENTAL, SUPPLIES, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Rochester-olmsted COG's current vendors?
Rochester-olmsted COG currently works with vendors including GOPHER SEPTIC SERVICES, WHKS, STONE BROOK ENGINEERING, COUNTY OF DODGE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE, IV LABS INC, MULHOLLAND FARMS LLC, TWOHEY DAIRY LLC, KWIK TRIP INC, TIMBER PRODUCTS INSPECTION INC, and MN GRAZING LANDS CONSERVATION ASSOC INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INTERGOVERNMENTAL, SUPPLIES, OTHER, 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 Rochester-olmsted COG working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Rochester-olmsted COG is actively discussing: Rochester-Olmsted COG — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Olmsted County Board of Commissioners Meeting Summary. 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.