City Of Saint Cloud

The City of Saint Cloud Fire Department Division, doing business as ST Cloud Housing & Redevelopment Authority, is a municipal government entity in Saint Cloud, Minnesota that provides a range of public services to the local community. As a recipient of federal contracts and grants, the City of Saint Cloud engages in various activities to support public safety, urban development, and community welfare. The city operates multiple divisions, including the Fire Department and Housing & Redevelopment Authority, which work together to address the needs of Saint Cloud residents. Through its interactions with federal agencies, the city has demonstrated a commitment to improving infrastructure, enhancing public safety, and fostering community development.

The City of Saint Cloud has been awarded prime federal contracts from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for essential services and equipment. Notable contract awards include providing radio and software licensing for VA police at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center, with a ceiling value of $22,997.68 and a completion date of December 31, 2025. Another significant contract involved water and sewer utility services for the St. Cloud VA Medical Center, valued at $177,915.89, which was completed on December 31, 2020. These contracts highlight the city's role in supporting federal facilities and services within its jurisdiction. Both contract awards were executed without set-aside designations, indicating open competition for these opportunities.

In terms of federal grants, the City of Saint Cloud has received substantial funding for various community-oriented projects. A notable grant of $475,000 was awarded by the Department of Justice Office of Justice Programs Bureau of Justice Assistance to establish a second Community Outpost (COP) house, aimed at reducing crime and increasing community involvement. The city also received funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for the Assistance to Firefighters Grants program. Additionally, the Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration awarded the city multiple grants for improvements at St. Cloud Regional Airport, including a $435,765 grant for wildlife hazard assessment and runway rehabilitation, and a $1,107,282 grant for COVID-19 pandemic response and operational support. The city has also been a recipient of Community Development Block Grants from the Department of Housing and Urban Development, supporting various community development initiatives. These grant awards demonstrate the city's active engagement in diverse areas of public service, from public safety and transportation infrastructure to community development and pandemic response.