Carlton County, Minnesota: bids, projects and agencies
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 16, 2026
- City of Moose Lake
- Agencies
- 84
- School, City, Special District
- Pre-RFP stage
- 3
- Heading to bid
- Pre-RFPs
- 11
- 1 in the last 30 days
11 projects are in motion in Carlton County. Get the ones that fit you.
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Most activity in Carlton County is in Capital Projects, Professional Services and Parks & Recreation.
City of Moose Lake, Town of Thomson and Carlton County account for 73% of pre-RFPs.
Of the projects listed, 7 are contract awards and 3 are pre-RFP.
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Questions about Carlton County
How do I find government contracts in Carlton County, Minnesota?
There are 11 tracked government projects across 84 agencies in Carlton County, Minnesota. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (4,310), Grants (1,290), Recreation & Community Services (1,123), Public Works (1,075), and Education & Training (781). In the last 90 days alone, 17 agencies posted 668 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.
What types of agencies issue RFPs in Carlton County?
Carlton County has 84 government agencies spanning 12 types: School, City, Special District, City Department, Fire District, Local Housing Authority, County, County Department, Higher Ed, Public Hospital, State, and Tribal Government. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Cloquet Public School District (School, 3,215 projects), Wrenshall Public School District (School, 2,766 projects), City of Cloquet (City, 1,434 projects).
How do I bid on Carlton County government projects?
To bid on government projects in Carlton County, Minnesota, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in MN publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, Carlton County has 1,926 pre-RFPs — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — pre-RFPs from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.
What sectors are most active in Carlton County?
Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Carlton County are Capital Projects (4,310), Grants (1,290), Recreation & Community Services (1,123), Public Works (1,075), and Education & Training (781). Across all sectors, Carlton County has 4,222 contract awards and 526 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.
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Who are the key decision-makers in Carlton County?
Procurement decisions in Carlton County are made by individual agency leaders — school superintendents, city managers, district managers, and housing authority directors, and department heads. Each of the 84 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Carlton County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.
Which agencies are most active in Carlton County?
The most active government buyers in Carlton County by procurement volume are: Cloquet Public School District (School) — 3,215 tracked projects; Wrenshall Public School District (School) — 2,766 tracked projects; City of Cloquet (City) — 1,434 tracked projects; Town of Thomson (City) — 1,268 tracked projects; Carlton County (County) — 1,071 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the county. Every project from each of these agencies — including board meeting discussions, budget approvals, and vendor selections — is tracked, so you can engage early and build relationships before competitors.
What is Carlton County's procurement pipeline?
Carlton County's current procurement pipeline includes: 1,926 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 526 active opportunities open for bidding; 843 projects in budget planning; 2,754 grant-funded initiatives; 4,222 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFPs are especially valuable — they surface 6–18 months before formal solicitations, giving you time to position with agency decision-makers. Board meetings, budget hearings, and planning sessions across all 84 agencies in Carlton County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.
How active is procurement in Carlton County right now?
Carlton County is actively procuring — 17 of the county's 84 agencies have posted 668 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (4,310), Grants (1,290), and Recreation & Community Services (1,123). This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window — whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from the county government.