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7federal
2close in the next 7 days

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How to register to bid in Minnesota

Where to register
SWIFT Supplier Portal (register as Bidder or Supplier)
Cost to register
No registration fee stated in official sources (not explicitly confirmed as free)
Where Minnesota posts bids
mn.gov
  1. Go to OSP's Supplier Portal page and follow the link to the portal to register as a Bidder or a Supplier. If you only want to bid, choose Bidder.
  2. Choose your TIN type and legal entity type.
  3. Enter your TIN, legal name and website.
  4. Enter your primary address and email.
  5. Add at least one contact with a phone number.
  6. Search for and add UNSPSC category codes that match your goods or services.
  7. Review your entries, accept the terms, and submit for approval.
  8. Wait for the approval email. The state's guide says to allow up to three days.
What to have ready
  • Tax ID (FEIN, or SSN for a sole proprietor) and your legal entity type
  • Legal business name and website
  • Primary address and a business email
  • At least one contact person: name, title, email and phone
  • UNSPSC category codes for what you sell. These are optional at sign-up but are what drive your email notices.
  • For Supplier registration or conversion later: payment and purchasing information such as remit-to address and banking

Read the full Minnesota registration guide →

Federal bids in Minnesota also need an active SAM.gov registration. How to register in SAM.gov

Common questions

How many government bids are open in Minnesota?

Right now there are 7 open bids in Minnesota: 7 federal, 0 state and 0 local. FindMyBids refreshes this list every morning.

Where do I register to bid on Minnesota state contracts?

Minnesota uses SWIFT Supplier Portal (register as Bidder or Supplier) (https://mn.gov/admin/osp/vendors/solicitations-and-contract-opportunities/supplier-portal/index.jsp). Cost: No registration fee stated in official sources (not explicitly confirmed as free)

Where does Minnesota post its bids?

Minnesota posts state solicitations at https://mn.gov/admin/osp/vendors/solicitations-and-contract-opportunities/. FindMyBids also collects them here with plain-English summaries.

Do I need SAM.gov to bid on federal contracts in Minnesota?

Yes. To be awarded a federal contract you need an active SAM.gov registration. It's free and usually takes up to 10 business days to become active.