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Stearns County, Minnesota: bids, projects and agencies

Stearns County
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 20, 2026
Sauk Centre Public School District
Agencies
182
School, City, City Department
Pre-RFP stage
6
Heading to bid
Pre-RFPs
24
3 in the last 30 days
3 new pre-RFPs in 30 daysOct 20

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's happening

Most activity in Stearns County is in Capital Projects, Infrastructure & Maintenance and Professional Services.

Who's buying

Stearns County, Rocori Public School District and Holdingford Public School District account for 71% of pre-RFPs.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 11 are contract awards and 6 are pre-RFP.

Latest pre-RFPs in Stearns County

Agencies in Stearns County, Minnesota

182 agencies tracked

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Town of Le SaukCity · Pop. 1,515Town of PaynesvilleCity · Pop. 1,494Town of MunsonCity · Pop. 1,491Sartell Senior HighSchool · 1,269 studentsTown of Sauk CentreCity · Pop. 1,234Town of HoldingCity · Pop. 1,233Town of KrainCity · Pop. 1,025Town of AlbanyCity · Pop. 1,020Town of FarmingCity · Pop. 1,018Town of St. JosephCity · Pop. 986Town of MillwoodCity · Pop. 985Sartell MiddleSchool · 983 studentsRiverview Intermediate SchoolSchool · 914 studentsOAK HILL COMMUNITY ELEMENTARYSchool · 878 studentsSOUTH JUNIOR HIGHSchool · 831 studentsROCORI SENIOR HIGHSchool · 824 studentsTown of MelroseCity · Pop. 757NORTH JUNIOR HIGHSchool · 720 studentsTown of LuxemburgCity · Pop. 663Town of OakCity · Pop. 655SAUK CENTRE SECONDARYSchool · 597 studentsStride Academy ElementarySchool · 569 studentsSTRIDE AcademySpecial DistrictROCORI MIDDLESchool · 563 studentsWESTWOOD ELEMENTARYSchool · 531 studentsTown of GroveCity · Pop. 501Pine Meadow Primary SchoolSchool · 489 studentsPaynesville Area Secondary SchoolSchool · 465 studentsTown of St. MartinCity · Pop. 452Paynesville Area ElementarySchool · 429 studentsSAUK CENTRE ELEMENTARYSchool · 368 studentsTown of GettyCity · Pop. 361Town of Crow LakeCity · Pop. 357Town of Spring HillCity · Pop. 354Town of Crow RiverCity · Pop. 330Town of Lake GeorgeCity · Pop. 322Town of ZionCity · Pop. 317Oak Ridge Early Learning CenterSchool · 288 studentsTown of North ForkCity · Pop. 286Town of AshleyCity · Pop. 267Saint Cloud Math and Science AcademSchool · 266 studentsTown of Lake HenryCity · Pop. 261Town of RaymondCity · Pop. 244St. Cloud Area Learning CenterSchool · 237 studentsSuccess Academy St. Cloud ElemSchool · 140 studentsSauk Centre MiddleSchool · 139 studentsRICHMOND ELEMENTARYSchool · 135 studentsSt. Cloud Math & Science MiddleSchool · 91 studentsRocori Online Learning SiteSchool · 72 studentsWEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT B-2School · 50 studentsSuccess Academy St. Cloud - MiddleSchool · 46 studentsROCORI ALCSchool · 27 studentsWEST CENTRAL AREA LEARNING CENTERSchool · 21 studentsST. CLOUD HOSPITAL PROGRAMS NON-RESSchool · 18 studentsNewport AcademySchool · 17 studentsRoosevelt Education CenterSchool · 14 studentsWCED 18-22 ProgramSchool · 10 studentsSt Cloud Hospital Progs-residentialSchool · 6 studentsWest Central Technical Service AreaSpecial DistrictWaite Park Police DepartmentCity DepartmentWCED Credit RecoverySchoolTri-cap Transit ConnectionPublic AuthorityStride Virtual AcademySchoolStride Academy MiddleSchoolStearns-benton Employment and Training Council Joint Powers BoarSpecial DistrictStearns County Soil and Water Conservation DistrictSpecial DistrictStearns County Family Services CollaborativeSpecial DistrictSt. Cloud Area Planning OrganizationMPOSauk River Watershed DistrictSpecial DistrictSauk Centre Police DepartmentCity DepartmentSauk Centre Housing and Redevelopment AuthoritySpecial DistrictSauk Centre AmbulanceCity DepartmentSartell Police DepartmentCity DepartmentSaint Joseph Police DepartmentCity DepartmentSaint Johns UniversityHigher EdSaint Cloud Police DepartmentCity DepartmentSTEARNS County HRALocal Housing AuthoritySPECIAL EDUCATION FACILITIESSchoolRegion 7 - Resource Training and SolutionsSpecial DistrictPaynesville Police DepartmentCity DepartmentNorth Fork Crow River Watershed DistrictSpecial District

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Questions about Stearns County

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

There are 24 tracked government projects across 182 agencies in Stearns County, Minnesota. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (12,133), Public Works (3,493), Grants (2,003), Recreation & Community Services (1,366), and Environmental Services (1,202). In the last 90 days alone, 46 agencies posted 1,433 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 Stearns County?

Stearns County has 182 government agencies spanning 12 types: School, City, City Department, Special District, Higher Ed, Local Housing Authority, County, County Department, Fire District, Library District, MPO, and Public Authority. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are City of St. Cloud (City, 6,175 projects), Rocori Public School District (School, 3,235 projects), Albany Public School District (School, 2,299 projects).

How do I bid on Stearns County government projects?

To bid on government projects in Stearns 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, Stearns County has 3,921 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 Stearns County?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in Stearns County are Capital Projects (12,133), Public Works (3,493), Grants (2,003), Recreation & Community Services (1,366), and Environmental Services (1,202). Across all sectors, Stearns County has 9,150 contract awards and 1,000 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 Stearns County?

Procurement decisions in Stearns County are made by individual agency leaders — school superintendents, city managers, district managers, and university procurement directors, and department heads. Each of the 182 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across Stearns County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Which agencies are most active in Stearns County?

The most active government buyers in Stearns County by procurement volume are: City of St. Cloud (City) — 6,175 tracked projects; Rocori Public School District (School) — 3,235 tracked projects; Albany Public School District (School) — 2,299 tracked projects; Stearns County (County) — 1,945 tracked projects; Town of Avon (City) — 1,733 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 Stearns County's procurement pipeline?

Stearns County's current procurement pipeline includes: 3,921 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 1,000 active opportunities open for bidding; 1,346 projects in budget planning; 5,949 grant-funded initiatives; 9,150 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 182 agencies in Stearns County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.

How active is procurement in Stearns County right now?

Stearns County is actively procuring — 46 of the county's 182 agencies have posted 1,433 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (12,133), Public Works (3,493), and Grants (2,003). 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.

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