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Dakota County, Minnesota bids and RFPs

Dakota County, Minnesota posts bids and quote requests on QuestCDN. Purchasing contact: Procurement office, 651-438-8301, purchasing@co.dakota.mn.us. Board of Commissioners agendas are published on Legistar.

Bids on QuestCDN
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Key facts for bidders

Where bids are posted
Own website (bids page) linking to QuestCDN
Bid platform
QuestCDN
Purchasing contact
Procurement office651-438-8301purchasing@co.dakota.mn.us
Board of Commissioners agendas
Legistar

Source: Dakota County website

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How to bid in Dakota County

  1. Find the bid

    Dakota County, Minnesota posts bids and quote requests on QuestCDN.

  2. Get the documents

    Register as a vendor on QuestCDN to download bid documents and receive addenda.

  3. Prepare your forms

    Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.

  4. Submit before the deadline

    Follow the bid's instructions exactly: sealed envelope, mail, hand delivery or online upload. Late bids are usually rejected.

  5. Watch for the award

    Contracts are usually approved at a Board of Commissioners meeting; agendas are on Legistar.

State rules, forms and thresholds: How to sell to Minnesota counties. New to county bidding? Read how to find county bids and the bid checklist.

Questions about bidding in Dakota County

How do I find bids from Dakota County, Minnesota?

Dakota County, Minnesota posts bids and quote requests on QuestCDN. Register as a vendor on QuestCDN to download bid documents and receive addenda.

Does Dakota County use QuestCDN?

Yes. Dakota County posts its bids and quote requests on QuestCDN. FactWise also lists them, free to view.

How do I register as a vendor with Dakota County?

Register on QuestCDN so you can download documents and receive addenda. Ask the purchasing contact (Procurement office, 651-438-8301, purchasing@co.dakota.mn.us) whether the county keeps a vendor list and how to get on it. See our guide to registering as a county vendor.

Who is the purchasing contact for Dakota County, Minnesota?

Procurement office, 651-438-8301, purchasing@co.dakota.mn.us.

When does the Dakota County Board of Commissioners meet?

Meeting dates and agendas are published on Legistar. Agendas often show upcoming purchases before the bid is advertised, and contracts are usually approved at these meetings.

What forms do I need to bid in Dakota County, Minnesota?

Each bid lists its own requirements. Most bids ask for: W-9; Certificate of insurance; Signed bid form and pricing sheet; Acknowledgment of every addendum.

Can I get alerts for new Dakota County bids?

Yes. Follow Dakota County on FactWise to get new bids and quote requests by email. Following up to 2 counties is free.