City of Deer Lodge bids, RFPs and contracts
MontanaPop. 3,025 · cityofdeerlodgemt.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 19 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 66
- 10 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 745
- 297 vendors
The 30-second brief
66 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Deer Lodge's meetings, most in environmental services and grants. The latest, from Oct 19: At its October 5, 2026 meeting, the council approved Resolution 2026-R-22 naming Ava Hoffman as the delegated environmental preparer for a NeighborWorks Montana HOME grant application. The city will verify flood zone status and airport proximity for the housing application. This is grant support work for a local affordable housing initiative, with the city acting as the environmental review lead.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Sunflower Peak Planning for sunflower Peak Planning Drafts Deer Lodge Flood Regulations (Oct 2026) and MMIA for deer Lodge Identifies MMIA as Employee Insurance Provider (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Deer Lodge's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Deer Lodge has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Deer Lodge buys from, taken from council records. 745 contracts with 297 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Deer Lodge.
Questions about City of Deer Lodge
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Deer Lodge?
City of Deer Lodge currently works with 297 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 15 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 Deer Lodge?
Small purchases under MT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Deer Lodge include City of Deer Lodge — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Deer Lodge — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Deer Lodge Council Approves Financial Agreement and Personnel Changes, 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 Deer Lodge publish RFPs?
City of Deer Lodge publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from City of Deer Lodge. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Deer Lodge?
At City of Deer Lodge, 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 Committee, City Council Operations Committee, Council, Recreation Program, 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 15 decision-makers at City of Deer Lodge.
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What does City of Deer Lodge spend the most on?
Based on 767 tracked contracts, City of Deer Lodge spends most on Capital Projects (345), Public Works (181), Environmental Services (92), Grants (89), and Public Safety (60). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES, 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 Deer Lodge's current vendors?
City of Deer Lodge currently works with vendors including SUNFLOWER PEAK PLANNING, MMIA, FASTSIGNS, NORTHWESTERN ENERGY, MRWS, WATERWORTH, MORRISON-MAIERLE, LICKETY PRINT INC, STAHLY, and STAHLY ENGINEERING. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES, 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 Deer Lodge working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, City of Deer Lodge is actively discussing: City of Deer Lodge — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Deer Lodge — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Deer Lodge Council Approves Financial Agreement and Personnel Changes, Historic Preservation Meeting: Coleman-Lansing Project and Tour on Agenda, and Deer Lodge City Council Discusses Infrastructure, Safety, and Development. 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 Deer Lodge have?
City of Deer Lodge currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (345), Public Works (181), and Environmental Services (92). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MT's state portal, and other sources.