Aitkin County - 2027 Newspaper Bid Specifications for Legal Notices and Publication Services
Aitkin CountyCounty · Aitkin County, MN- Due
- Dec 17, 2026
- 35 days left
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- David Minke
- (218) 927-7276 ext 8
The 30-second brief
Aitkin County is requesting bids for newspaper publication of county legal notices for calendar year 2027, including official proceedings in summary form, general legal notices, delinquent real estate notice and list, and first and second publications of the financial statement. Bidders must provide circulation statistics by zip code and meet requirements for a qualified newspaper pursuant to Minnesota Statute Chapter 331A. Sealed bids will be received at the Aitkin County Administrator's Office, 307 2nd Street NW - Room 310, Aitkin, MN 56431, until Noon on Thursday, December 17, 2026. Bids will be considered at the Aitkin County Board of Commissioners meeting on January 5, 2027.
Publication of Official Proceedings, Publication of Legal Notices & Misc. Advertisements, Publication of Delinquent Real Estate Notice & List, First Publication of Financial Statement, Second Publication of Financial Statement
Cost per media impression within Aitkin County boundaries, adherence to all bid submission instructions and requirements
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Summary
Aitkin County is requesting bids for newspaper publication of county legal notices for calendar year 2027, including official proceedings in summary form, general legal notices, delinquent real estate notice and list, and first and second publications of the financial statement.
Bidders must provide circulation statistics by zip code and meet requirements for a qualified newspaper pursuant to Minnesota Statute Chapter 331A. Sealed bids will be received at the Aitkin County Administrator's Office, 307 2nd Street NW - Room 310, Aitkin, MN 56431, until Noon on Thursday, December 17, 2026. Bids will be considered at the Aitkin County Board of Commissioners meeting on January 5, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost per media impression within Aitkin County boundaries, adherence to all bid submission instructions and requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Publication of Official Proceedings, Publication of Legal Notices & Misc. Advertisements, Publication of Delinquent Real Estate Notice & List, First Publication of Financial Statement, Second Publication of Financial Statement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Form
- Submit to
- Aitkin County Administrator's Office, 307 2nd Street NW - Room 310, Aitkin, MN 56431
- Scope location
- Aitkin, MN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Aitkin County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 17, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Aitkin County Administrator's Office, 307 2nd Street NW - Room 310, Aitkin, MN 56431. For questions, contact David Minke.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Aitkin County in MN, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is David Minke at (218) 927-7276 ext 8. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Publication of Official Proceedings, Publication of Legal Notices & Misc. Advertisements, Publication of Delinquent Real Estate Notice & List, First Publication of Financial Statement, Second Publication of Financial Statement. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost per media impression within Aitkin County boundaries, adherence to all bid submission instructions and requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Aitkin County?
All active and historical solicitations from Aitkin County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Aitkin County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 17, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form. Review the full document from Aitkin County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Aitkin, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.