Calumet Village bids, RFPs and contracts
MichiganPop. 688 · villageofcalumet.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 26
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 405
- 170 vendors
The 30-second brief
26 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Calumet Village's meetings, most in public safety and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 27: The Village Manager reported that the master plan and capital improvement plan (CIP) were nearly complete and might come to council for review in October. The report tied the planning work to future village capital priorities rather than a specific purchase. No vendor selection or contract was recorded in this packet. Decision state: planning only.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Upper Michigan Water Company for village water utilities payment approved ($413.07, Oct 2026) and Ace Hardware of Calumet Inc for shop supplies payment to Ace Hardware ($311.15, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Calumet Village's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Calumet Village has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Calumet Village buys from, taken from council records. 405 contracts with 170 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Calumet Village.
Questions about Calumet Village
How do I become an approved vendor for Calumet Village?
Calumet Village currently works with 170 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 4 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 Calumet Village?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Calumet Village include Calumet village — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Calumet village — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Calumet Council Meeting: Budget, Fire Authority, and GreenSpace Discussed, suggesting active spending in these areas. 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 Calumet Village publish RFPs?
Calumet Village publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from Calumet Village. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Calumet Village?
At Calumet Village, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Public Works, and Administration. 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 4 decision-makers at Calumet Village.
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What does Calumet Village spend the most on?
Based on 358 tracked contracts, Calumet Village spends most on Capital Projects (131), Public Works (77), Grants (64), Administration & Finance (60), and Public Safety (26). Contract types include UTILITIES, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Calumet Village's current vendors?
Calumet Village currently works with vendors including UPPER MICHIGAN WATER COMPANY, ACE HARDWARE OF CALUMET INC, NHCWSA, UPPCO, UP & RUNNING TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, PV BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, AIRGAS USA LLC, CDL AND OPERATOR TRAINING, and COMPASS MINERALS. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Calumet Village working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, Calumet Village is actively discussing: Calumet village — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Calumet village — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Calumet Council Meeting: Budget, Fire Authority, and GreenSpace Discussed, and Council Meeting: 9th Street Abandonment Request & Depot Project. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Calumet Village have?
Calumet Village currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (131), Public Works (77), and Grants (64). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.