St Louis County, Minnesota: bids, projects and agencies
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- City of Hermantown
- Agencies
- 284
- School, City, City Department
- Pre-RFP stage
- 2
- Heading to bid
- Pre-RFPs
- 48
- 5 in the last 30 days
48 projects are in motion in St Louis County. Get the ones that fit you.
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Most activity in St Louis County is in Infrastructure & Maintenance, Capital Projects and Utilities.
City of Hermantown, City of Virginia and City of Hibbing account for 63% of pre-RFPs.
Of the projects listed, 24 are contract awards and 16 are contract changes or renewals.
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Questions about St Louis County
How do I find government contracts in St Louis County, Minnesota?
There are 48 tracked government projects across 284 agencies in St Louis County, Minnesota. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (20,102), Public Works (6,324), Grants (4,935), Recreation & Community Services (3,256), and Public Safety (2,586). In the last 90 days alone, 49 agencies posted 3,380 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 St Louis County?
St Louis County has 284 government agencies spanning 17 types: School, City, City Department, Special District, Local Housing Authority, Higher Ed, Fire District, Public Hospital, State, County, County Department, Library District, MPO, Public Authority, State Agency, Tribal Government, and Utility District. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are Duluth Public School District (School, 9,426 projects), City of Duluth (City, 4,515 projects), City of Virginia (City, 4,325 projects).
How do I bid on St Louis County government projects?
To bid on government projects in St Louis 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, St Louis County has 8,423 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 St Louis County?
Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in St Louis County are Capital Projects (20,102), Public Works (6,324), Grants (4,935), Recreation & Community Services (3,256), and Public Safety (2,586). Across all sectors, St Louis County has 20,883 contract awards and 2,681 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 St Louis County?
Procurement decisions in St Louis County are made by individual agency leaders — school superintendents, city managers, district managers, and housing authority directors, and department heads. Each of the 284 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across St Louis County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.
Which agencies are most active in St Louis County?
The most active government buyers in St Louis County by procurement volume are: Duluth Public School District (School) — 9,426 tracked projects; City of Duluth (City) — 4,515 tracked projects; City of Virginia (City) — 4,325 tracked projects; Floodwood Public School District (School) — 3,578 tracked projects; City of Hibbing (City) — 3,465 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 St Louis County's procurement pipeline?
St Louis County's current procurement pipeline includes: 8,423 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 2,681 active opportunities open for bidding; 2,848 projects in budget planning; 11,511 grant-funded initiatives; 20,883 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 284 agencies in St Louis County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.
How active is procurement in St Louis County right now?
St Louis County is actively procuring — 49 of the county's 284 agencies have posted 3,380 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (20,102), Public Works (6,324), and Grants (4,935). 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.