Bismarck Park District bids, RFPs and contracts
Bismarck, North Dakotabisparks.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 23 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 28
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 10
- None open now
- Contracts
- 307
- 174 vendors
The 30-second brief
28 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Bismarck Park District's meetings, most in parks & recreation and professional services. The latest, from Oct 15: At its October 15, 2026 meeting, the Park District of the City of Bismarck moved to approve the bond sale for parking lot improvements at multiple park facilities. The resolution authorized up to $6,000,000 in general obligation park facilities bonds for the project. The bond proceeds will fund construction at sites including Clem Kelley Complex, Dakota Zoo/Sertoma Park, Pioneer Park, and others. Colliers International presented the bond sale results; Starion Bond Services was named as bond registrar and paying agent.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Parks & Recreation.
Latest awards: Colliers Securities LLC for district Approves Colliers Securities Bond Advisory Services (Oct 2026) and Starion Bond Services for starion Bond Services Appointed Bond Paying Agent (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Bismarck Park District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Bismarck Park District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Bismarck Park District buys from, taken from council records. 307 contracts with 174 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Bismarck Park District.
Questions about Bismarck Park District
How do I become an approved vendor for Bismarck Park District?
Bismarck Park District currently works with 174 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, FOOD_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 3 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Bismarck Park District?
Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (235), Recreation & Community Services (84), and Parks & Recreation (49), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Bismarck Park District publish RFPs?
Bismarck Park District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from Bismarck Park District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Parks & Recreation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Bismarck Park District?
At Bismarck Park District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Operations Division, and Parks & Recreation. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 3 decision-makers at Bismarck Park District.
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What does Bismarck Park District spend the most on?
Based on 440 tracked contracts, Bismarck Park District spends most on Capital Projects (235), Recreation & Community Services (84), Parks & Recreation (49), Public Works (41), and Grants (31). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, FOOD_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Bismarck Park District's current vendors?
Bismarck Park District currently works with vendors including COLLIERS SECURITIES LLC, STARION BOND SERVICES, STATION 24/7 VENDING, EDLING ELECTRIC, BISMARCK GYMNASTICS ACADEMY, BISMARCK BASEBALL CONCESSIONS, and AGL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, EQUIPMENT, FOOD_SERVICES, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does Bismarck Park District have?
Bismarck Park District currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (235), Recreation & Community Services (84), and Parks & Recreation (49). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ND's state portal, and other sources.