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Town of Helen bids, RFPs and contracts

Town of Helen logoMinnesota
Latest contract
Jan 1, 2024
2 years ago
Contracts
4
4 vendors
Decision makers
8
Population
841

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by County Taxes and Environmental Services.

How they buy

Latest awards: White County Water Authority (Jan 2024) and EMI for water Testing Services Provided by EMI (Jan 2024).

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Vendors and contracts

Who Town of Helen buys from, taken from council records. 4 contracts with 4 vendors.

WHITE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITYHelen Continues Water Supply Connection with County Authority · Jan 1Undisclosed
EMIWater Testing Services Provided by EMI · Jan 1Undisclosed
WESSEL, CLAUDIA TIFFANY DBA SCHATZIE’S CAFÉ LLCAlcohol License Approved For Schatzie’s Café LLC · Mar 16Undisclosed
HELEN CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAUCity Approves 2019 Contract With Visitors Bureau · Jul 25Undisclosed

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Helen.

Questions about Town of Helen

How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Helen?

Town of Helen currently works with 4 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 8 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 Helen?

Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (4), County Taxes (1), and Environmental Services (1), 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 Town of Helen publish RFPs?

Town of Helen 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 Helen?

At Town of Helen, 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 Administration. 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 8 decision-makers at Town of Helen.

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What does Town of Helen spend the most on?

Based on 8 tracked contracts, Town of Helen spends most on Capital Projects (4), County Taxes (1), Environmental Services (1), Public Safety (1), and Recreation & Community Services (1). Contract types include UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Town of Helen's current vendors?

Town of Helen currently works with vendors including WHITE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, EMI, WESSEL, CLAUDIA TIFFANY DBA SCHATZIE’S CAFÉ LLC, and HELEN CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

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