Question 1

How do I find government contracts in Lyon County, Minnesota?

Accepted Answer

There are 12 tracked government projects across 31 agencies in Lyon County, Minnesota. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (5,121), Public Works (1,476), Grants (1,040), Recreation & Community Services (389), and Environmental Services (362). In the last 90 days alone, 10 agencies posted 261 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFP signals from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.

Question 2

What types of agencies issue RFPs in Lyon County?

Accepted Answer

Lyon County has 31 government agencies spanning 5 types: City, School, Local Housing Authority, County, and Higher Ed. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are City of Marshall (City, 3,710 projects), Lyon County (County, 1,428 projects), PUBLIC HOUSING COMMISSION OF THE city OF MARSHALL (Local Housing Authority, 902 projects).

Question 3

How do I bid on Lyon County government projects?

Accepted Answer

To bid on government projects in Lyon 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, Lyon County has 996 pre-RFP signals — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — buying signals from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

Question 4

What sectors are most active in Lyon County?

Accepted Answer

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Lyon County are Capital Projects (5,121), Public Works (1,476), Grants (1,040), Recreation & Community Services (389), and Environmental Services (362). Across all sectors, Lyon County has 3,786 contract awards and 363 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.

Question 5

Who are the key decision-makers in Lyon County?

Accepted Answer

Procurement decisions in Lyon County are made by individual agency leaders — city managers, school superintendents, housing authority directors, and county administrators, and department heads. Each of the 31 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Lyon County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Question 6

Which agencies are most active in Lyon County?

Accepted Answer

The most active government buyers in Lyon County by procurement volume are: City of Marshall (City) — 3,710 tracked projects; Lyon County (County) — 1,428 tracked projects; PUBLIC HOUSING COMMISSION OF THE city OF MARSHALL (Local Housing Authority) — 902 tracked projects; HRA of TRACY, MINNESOTA (Local Housing Authority) — 821 tracked projects; Town of Custer (City) — 614 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFP signals 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.

Question 7

What is Lyon County's procurement pipeline?

Accepted Answer

Lyon County's current procurement pipeline includes: 996 pre-RFP signals (early-stage projects from board meetings); 363 active opportunities open for bidding; 138 projects in budget planning; 2,356 grant-funded initiatives; 3,786 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFP signals 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 31 agencies in Lyon County are monitored to catch these signals as they emerge.

Question 8

How active is procurement in Lyon County right now?

Accepted Answer

Lyon County is actively procuring — 10 of the county's 31 agencies have posted 261 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (5,121), Public Works (1,476), and Grants (1,040). 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.

Lyon County Government Contracts, RFPs & Bids

Government Projects in Lyon County

Implementation of Redwood River Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan projects using an approved 1,121,292-dollar Watershed Based Implementation Funding grant, including new conservation, restoration, and engineering contracts starting in June.

Mill and bituminous overlay improvements on various Municipal State Aid Streets, including the intersection of Susan Drive near US Highway 59, funded with MSAS dollars and delivered as Project ST-002-2026SA.

Annual street mill and bituminous overlay project on various city streets, including ADA improvements at sidewalk ramp crossings and the addition of alternate streets to maximize resurfacing within the available capital budget.

Annual mill and overlay and associated ADA sidewalk ramp upgrades on multiple city streets including Carrow St, Michigan Rd, McLaughlin Dr, Service Rd, Camden Dr, Margaret Ave, Scott St, Washington Ave, Van Buren St, Evergreen Ave, Ellis Ave, plus alternate edge-mill/overlay on Canoga Park Dr.

Mill and overlay and ADA ramp upgrades on Municipal State Aid Streets including South 6th St (Saratoga St to Kendall St), South 4th St (Elaine Ave to TH 23), Windstar St (Saratoga St to Scott St), and Susan Dr intersection off TH 59.

Annual bituminous chip sealing of various city streets, with emphasis on newly reconstructed streets, State Aid routes, and resealing newer street sections, including potential addition of alternate streets while remaining within the budgeted program amount.

Provision of Lyon County Sheriff dispatch services to support Southwest Minnesota State University, including routine, medical, and emergency dispatch, coordination with campus security via radio, and assistance to the campus community based on incident severity.

Purchase of 316 Yondr pouches for student cell phone storage and management for the 2026-27 school year.

Government Agencies in Lyon County, Minnesota

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