City of Bloomington bids, RFPs and contracts
Bloomington, MinnesotaPop. 89,034 · bloomingtonmn.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 9 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 194
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 4+
- Next due Nov 12
- Contracts
- 298
- 207 vendors
The 30-second brief
194 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Bloomington's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 29: At its October 29, 2026 meeting, staff gave the Planning Commission a status update on Bloomington 2050, the City's next 20-year comprehensive plan. The process runs through 2028, with community engagement continuing into 2027 and plan adoption targeted for 2028 before Metropolitan Council review. This is an early planning signal around land use, housing, transportation, climate, and infrastructure priorities.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
4+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 12. Latest awards: Two Stars, Angela for artist Selected for Pond-Dakota Mission Park Sculpture (Nov 2026) and Eagan Police Department for bloomington Approves ForceMetrics Data Sharing Agreement (Oct 2026).
20+ new pre-RFPs at City of Bloomington this month. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Bloomington's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Bloomington is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Bloomington buys from, taken from council records. 298 contracts with 207 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Bloomington.
Questions about City of Bloomington
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Bloomington?
City of Bloomington currently works with 207 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, STAFFING, FACILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 641 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 Bloomington?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Bloomington include City of Bloomington — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Bloomington — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and # City of Bloomington — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Bloomington publish RFPs?
City of Bloomington publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 256 solicitations from City of Bloomington. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Bloomington?
At City of Bloomington, 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 Engineering Division — Traffic Engineering, Parks and Recreation, and City Council. 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 641 decision-makers at City of Bloomington.
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What does City of Bloomington spend the most on?
Based on 1,404 tracked contracts, City of Bloomington spends most on Capital Projects (875), Public Works (169), Recreation & Community Services (158), Transportation (108), and Public Safety (94). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, STAFFING, FACILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Bloomington's current vendors?
City of Bloomington currently works with vendors including TWO STARS, ANGELA, EAGAN POLICE DEPARTMENT, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION (DEA), U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF VICTIMS OF CRIME, NATIONAL RECREATION & PARKS ASSOCIATION, HENNEPIN COUNTY, KIMLEY-HORN & ASSOCIATES INC, RT VISION, and CITY OF SAVAGE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, STAFFING, FACILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. 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 Bloomington working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Bloomington is actively discussing: City of Bloomington — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Bloomington — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), # City of Bloomington — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bloomington City Council Meeting: Contracts, Budget, and Policy Updates, and Bloomington Civic Plaza Recommissioning: RFP for Engineering Services. 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 Bloomington have?
City of Bloomington currently has 256 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (875), Public Works (169), and Recreation & Community Services (158). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.