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Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar bids, RFPs and contracts

Saint Cloud, Minnesota
Latest pre-RFP
Sep 10, 2026
53 days ago
Pre-RFPs
4
Contracts
36
26 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

4 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar's meetings, most in grants and insurance. The latest, from Sep 10: The September 10, 2026 agenda included an action item for the 2027 medical insurance renewal. The packet did not name an insurer or quote, but it identified the renewal as a board decision item tied to employee benefits for the coming year. No outcome was recorded in the document excerpt provided. Decision state: scheduled for action.

Where the money goes

Administration & Finance leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.

How they buy

Latest awards: Big Ideas Road Show Mobile Classroom (Sep 2026) and SCTCC for career Solutions Revises SCTCC CareerONE Training Contract (Sep 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Sep 10

4 pre-RFPs tracked at Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Vendors and contracts

Who Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar buys from, taken from council records. 36 contracts with 26 vendors.

Questions about Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar

How do I become an approved vendor for Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar?

Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar currently works with 26 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.

How do I win a contract with Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar?

Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Administration & Finance (5), Education & Training (2), and Grants (2), 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 Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar publish RFPs?

Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar 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 Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar?

At Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar, 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.

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What does Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar spend the most on?

Based on 12 tracked contracts, Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar spends most on Administration & Finance (5), Education & Training (2), Grants (2), Insurance (2), and Information Technology (1). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar's current vendors?

Stearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers Boar currently works with vendors including BIG IDEAS ROAD SHOW MOBILE CLASSROOM, SCTCC, COHNREZNICK ADVISORY LLC, MN STATE/ALEXANDRIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE, MINNESOTA STATE CUSTOMIZED TRAINING, ISD 743, and MARCO. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

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