Town of Pelican bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 533 · pelicantownship.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 20, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 5
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 129
- 83 vendors
- Decision makers
- 5
The 30-second brief
5 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Pelican's meetings, most in public works and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 20: Don Schroeder asked about widening 180th Avenue where it intersects with Highway 108 and said building up the shoulders with dirt would help trucks turn. He also said he still wanted pavement up to his place from the County Garage. The minutes recorded this as discussion only, with no contract or funding action. The item remained open after the October 20, 2026 meeting.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: NISSWA for nisswa fire services contract adopted by board (Mar 2026) and MISSION for mission fire protection contract approved by township (Mar 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Pelican's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Pelican buys from, taken from council records. 129 contracts with 83 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Pelican.
Questions about Town of Pelican
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Pelican?
Town of Pelican currently works with 83 vendors across contract types including OTHER, Service, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, Technology Services Agreement, and Rental property inspection. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 5 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 Pelican?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Pelican include Pelican Rapids City Council to Discuss Tax Abatement and Utility Reports, Pelican Town Board Meeting Summary: Road Work, Cannabis, Land Use, and Pelican Rapids Council Meeting: Key Discussions and Commercial Implications, 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 Pelican publish RFPs?
Town of Pelican 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 Pelican?
At Town of Pelican, 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 5 decision-makers at Town of Pelican.
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What does Town of Pelican spend the most on?
Based on 386 tracked contracts, Town of Pelican spends most on Capital Projects (186), Public Works (88), Grants (49), Recreation & Community Services (44), and Environmental Services (19). Contract types include OTHER, Service, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, Technology Services Agreement, and Rental property inspection. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Pelican's current vendors?
Town of Pelican currently works with vendors including NISSWA, MISSION, STONEHENGE, OTTER TAIL POWER COMPANY, STONEHENGE ENTERPRISES, CORBIN EXCAVATING, WELLS CONSTRUCTION, LCSC, and LAKES COUNTRY SERVICE COOPERATIVE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, Service, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, Technology Services Agreement, and Rental property inspection. 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 Pelican working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, Town of Pelican is actively discussing: Pelican Rapids City Council to Discuss Tax Abatement and Utility Reports, Pelican Town Board Meeting Summary: Road Work, Cannabis, Land Use, Pelican Rapids Council Meeting: Key Discussions and Commercial Implications, City Council Addresses Solar Easement, Rental Housing, and Infrastructure Updates, and City Council 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.