Stearns County bids, RFPs and contracts
St. Cloud, MinnesotaPop. 164,110 · stearnscountymn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 6 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 118
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 72
- Contracts
- 908
- 487 vendors
The 30-second brief
118 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Stearns County's meetings, most in environmental services and transportation. The latest, from Oct 27: The board reviewed its 2027 legislative priorities, including base funding for the Local Road Wetland Mitigation Program and changes to wetland replacement rules for public transportation projects. It also pushed for local bridge repair funding and the Local Road Improvement Program. This is a policy and funding signal rather than a procurement, but it points to future transportation capital work once state money is secured. The 2027 legislative session was scheduled to convene on January 12, 2027.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Melrose Independent School District 740 for stearns County Recommends Melrose Police Liaison Agreement (Oct 2026) and City of St. Stephen for stearns County Recommends 2027 St. Stephen Police Contract ($60.00 per hour; estimated annual payment of $24,960.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Stearns County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Stearns County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Stearns County buys from, taken from council records. 908 contracts with 487 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Stearns County.
Questions about Stearns County
How do I become an approved vendor for Stearns County?
Stearns County currently works with 487 vendors across contract types including OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 93 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 Stearns County?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Stearns County include Stearns County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Stearns County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Stearns 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 Stearns County publish RFPs?
Stearns County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 72 solicitations from Stearns County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Stearns County?
At Stearns County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Procurement Office, Stearns County Board of Commissioners, County Administration, Information Technology, and Feedlots Group. 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 93 decision-makers at Stearns County.
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What does Stearns County spend the most on?
Based on 1,432 tracked contracts, Stearns County spends most on Capital Projects (792), Public Works (206), Grants (201), Environmental Services (167), and Public Updates (66). Contract types include OTHER, EQUIPMENT, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Stearns County's current vendors?
Stearns County currently works with vendors including MELROSE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 740, CITY OF ST. STEPHEN, ARMOURER’S CHOICE, CITY OF ST. AUGUSTA, CITY OF ST. CLOUD, VEIT & COMPANY INC, C & L EXCAVATING, PAYNESVILLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 741, CITY OF ROCKVILLE, and ALEC-SENSOR. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, EQUIPMENT, 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 Stearns County working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, Stearns County is actively discussing: Stearns County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Stearns County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Stearns County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Sterns County Commissioners Discuss Budget, AI Implementation, and Policies, and Variance Requests: Rice Lake Carport & Big Birch Bluff Dwelling Projects. 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 Stearns County have?
Stearns County currently has 72 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (792), Public Works (206), and Grants (201). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.