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City of Blaine City bids, RFPs and contracts

City of Blaine City logoBlaine, Minnesota
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 19, 2026
19 days ago
Pre-RFPs
30
5 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
10
None open now
Contracts
1,392
505 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

30 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Blaine City's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 19: The city's schedule of bills paid showed a $43,751.96 payment to CivicPlus for an annual website renewal. It also showed CivicPlus charges for city code supplements, online hosting, and the AudioEye accessibility platform. This indicates an active, recurring web platform relationship rather than a new procurement. The practical sales angle is renewal timing, hosting expansion, accessibility, and code-content services around the existing CivicPlus stack.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Utilities.

How they buy

Latest awards: Bolton & Menk Inc for blaine Pays Bolton & Menk for Water Services ($18,846.00, Oct 2026) and Mickman Brothers Inc for blaine Approves Mickman Grounds Maintenance ($1,683.67, Oct 2026).

30 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 19

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Blaine City's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Blaine City has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Blaine City buys from, taken from council records. 1,392 contracts with 505 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Blaine City.

Questions about City of Blaine City

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Blaine City?

City of Blaine City currently works with 505 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, EQUIPMENT, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 136 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 City of Blaine City?

Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Blaine City include Blaine Economic Development Authority Meeting Overview, 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 City of Blaine City publish RFPs?

City of Blaine City publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 10 solicitations from City of Blaine City. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Utilities. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Blaine City?

At City of Blaine City, 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 Fleet Management, Senior Services, Ims Helpline, Building & Inspections, and Community Development. 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 136 decision-makers at City of Blaine City.

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What does City of Blaine City spend the most on?

Based on 80 tracked contracts, City of Blaine City spends most on Capital Projects (39), Public Works (13), Utilities (13), Information Technology (8), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (7). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, EQUIPMENT, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Blaine City's current vendors?

City of Blaine City currently works with vendors including BOLTON & MENK INC, MICKMAN BROTHERS INC, ECKBERG LAMMERS PC, SUREFITTERS, CYBER ADVISORS INC, MINGER CONSTRUCTION CO INC, SEALPROS, FLOCK GROUP INC, NORTH VALLEY INC, and SHORT ELLIOTT HENDRICKSON INC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, EQUIPMENT, and CONSULTING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is City of Blaine City working on?

Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Blaine City is actively discussing: Blaine Economic Development Authority Meeting Overview. 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 City of Blaine City have?

City of Blaine City currently has 10 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (39), Public Works (13), and Utilities (13). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.

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