Town of Kalmar bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 1,157 · kalmartownship.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 12, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 3
- Contracts
- 213
- 117 vendors
- Decision makers
- 2
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3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Kalmar's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Aug 12: Town Planning Sign Replacement Program Following Vendor Quote.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: ELCOR for elcor 14th Street Paving Defects Remain Unresolved (Aug 2026) and Boltman Mink for kalmar Reconsiders Boltman Mink Sign Survey Quote (Approximately $20,000, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Kalmar's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Kalmar buys from, taken from council records. 213 contracts with 117 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Kalmar.
Questions about Town of Kalmar
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Kalmar?
Town of Kalmar currently works with 117 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 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 Kalmar?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Kalmar include Town of Kalmar — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Kalmar — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Kalmar Township Board Meeting: Solar Farm, Road Maintenance, Investments, 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 Kalmar publish RFPs?
Town of Kalmar 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 Kalmar?
At Town of Kalmar, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 2 decision-makers at Town of Kalmar.
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What does Town of Kalmar spend the most on?
Based on 416 tracked contracts, Town of Kalmar spends most on Capital Projects (215), Public Works (119), Environmental Services (55), Professional Services (14), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (13). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Kalmar's current vendors?
Town of Kalmar currently works with vendors including ELCOR, BOLTMAN MINK, DURST OUTDOOR SERVICES, WOOD, MIKE, FREEBORN, PETERSON WELL DRILLING, OLMSTED COUNTY SIGN DEPARTMENT, OLMSTED COUNTY, and INTRAFI. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, and FACILITIES. 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 Kalmar working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Town of Kalmar is actively discussing: Town of Kalmar — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Town of Kalmar — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Kalmar Township Board Meeting: Solar Farm, Road Maintenance, Investments, Township Meeting Highlights: Solar Farms, Cannabis Zoning, and Annexation, and Kalmar Township Board 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.