Town of Carlos bids, RFPs and contracts
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- Sep 24, 2026
- 43 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 15
- Contracts
- 616
- 270 vendors
- Decision makers
- 6
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15 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Carlos's meetings, most in capital projects and public safety. The latest, from Sep 24: At the September 24, 2026 meeting, Dwayne Waldorf said he called another contractor to install a culvert on Miltona Carlos Road after the original contractor had not responded. The board did not record an award, so the job remained open and needed follow-up. This is a small but concrete municipal infrastructure need with a contractor search underway.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
Latest awards: Precision Roadway for carlos Board Follows Up on Precision Roadway Work (Sep 2026) and Cecko, Joe for CMAR Joe Cecko to Present Fire Station Project (Sep 2026).
15 pre-RFPs tracked at Town of Carlos. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Carlos's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Carlos buys from, taken from council records. 616 contracts with 270 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Carlos.
Questions about Town of Carlos
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Carlos?
Town of Carlos currently works with 270 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 6 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 Town of Carlos?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Carlos include Town of Carlos — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Carlos — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Town of Carlos — 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 Town of Carlos publish RFPs?
Town of Carlos 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 Town of Carlos?
At Town of Carlos, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Fire. 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 6 decision-makers at Town of Carlos.
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What does Town of Carlos spend the most on?
Based on 441 tracked contracts, Town of Carlos spends most on Capital Projects (178), Public Works (123), Infrastructure & Maintenance (66), Transportation (41), and Public Safety (33). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Carlos's current vendors?
Town of Carlos currently works with vendors including PRECISION ROADWAY, CECKO, JOE, STENNES EXCAVATING, R&R READY MIX, ECHO PRESS, RINGDAHL, MURRAY, JASON, FRYBERGER LAW, and MASTERS PLUMBING. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Carlos working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Town of Carlos is actively discussing: Town of Carlos — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Carlos — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Town of Carlos — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Carlos Fire JPA Meeting: 2026 Budget, Mutual Aid, and Equipment Needs, and Carlos Fire JPA Meeting: Station Project, Architect Options, Financing. 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.