Dakota County

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Buyer type:: County
Location:: Hastings, MN
Country:: US

Dakota County RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Jail Management System (JMS) (Request for Proposal)
Open
Jul 28, 2026
Closes
Sep 15, 2026
Jail Management System to incorporate modern technology solutions.
Northern Service Center Drain Tile Line Replacement RFP
Open
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Closes
Aug 14, 2026
Dakota County is seeking quotes from qualified contractors for the Northern Service Center drain tile line replacement project. Proposals must be submitted to Chris Kennedy at Dakota County Facilities Management via email by Friday, Aug. 14 at 2 p.m. The work is part of the County's facilities management capital maintenance for the Northern Service Center facility.
As-Needed Concrete Lifting Services (Request for Quote)
Open
Jul 27, 2026
Closes
Aug 13, 2026
The contract will be written for as needed concrete lifting services. Lifting will primarily be performed on patio panels and sidewalk panels, although work may not be limited to those services.

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Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
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106725
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
2,212.5
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
457,710
Procurement Hell Score
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45 / 100
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How to Sell to Dakota County

Procurement guidance and navigation tips.

Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
45 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If sale is less than $25,000, use sole source.
- Coops: Lead with cooperative purchasing via Sourcewell, MCCPG, or OMNIA; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- Dakota County, MN shows no evidence of sole source awards and adheres strictly to competitive bidding. Competitive bidding threshold: $25,000. Practical note: Skip sole source and pivot to cooperative contracts with Procurement to fast-track.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- Dakota County uses cooperative purchasing. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from Dakota County

Dakota County Community Health Improvement Plan 2019-2024
Date: Jan 1, 2024Type: Strategic Plan
This report provides an overview of the 2019-2024 Community Health Improvement Plan for Dakota County, detailing progress made in 2023 and 2024. The plan's overarching vision is to ensure health and well-being for all residents. It focuses on key priorities including improving adult mental health and preventing adolescent suicidal ideation, through strategies like identifying needs, providing education, reducing stigma, and enhancing access to mental health services. The plan also adapted its approach in response to challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dakota County Community Health Improvement Plan 2025-2029
Date: Jan 1, 2025Type: Strategic Plan
The 2025-2029 Community Health Improvement Plan for Dakota County is a roadmap designed to improve health and well-being for all residents. It addresses eight critical priority areas: Mental Health, Substance Misuse, Chronic School Absenteeism, Access to Healthcare, Dental Care Access, Physical Inactivity, Food Insecurity, and High Housing Costs. These priorities are organized into four pathways—Mental Health & Substance Use, SHIP, Access to Care for Children, and Innovations (focusing on housing and adult access to care)—to guide coordinated strategies and actions. The plan reflects a commitment to collaborative, data-informed efforts across sectors to advance health and ensure all residents can thrive.
Dakota County Public Health Strategic Plan 2024-2028
Date: Jan 1, 2024Type: Strategic Plan
This Strategic Plan is designed to guide the department's work over the next five years, focusing on internal improvements and partnerships to maximize efforts. The overarching goal is to prevent disease, promote wellness, and protect the health of individuals, children, and families within Dakota County.

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Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to Dakota County.

Jacob ChapekAssistant County Engineer

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Lucas ChaseAudit Manager

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Jay BiednyCapital Projects Manager

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Joshua FaheyCaptain

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Dakota County Community Health Improvement Plan 2019-2024

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Dakota County Public Health Strategic Plan 2024-2028

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Buyer Attributes

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Early Buyer Signals

Dakota County Community Health Improvement Plan 2019-2024

Dakota County Community Health Improvement Plan 2025-2029

Dakota County Public Health Strategic Plan 2024-2028

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