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City of Kalispell bids, RFPs and contracts

Kalispell, Montana
Latest pre-RFP
Nov 3, 2026
3 days ago
Pre-RFPs
309
20+ in the last 30 days
Open bids
2+
Next due Nov 13
Contracts
405
237 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

309 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Kalispell's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and parks & recreation. The latest, from Nov 3: Network hardware replacement and cybersecurity training supported by FEMA state and local cyber security grants.

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 13. Latest awards: Wesco Inc for west Montana Street Project Recommended for Wesco Award ($528,000.00, Nov 2026) and 4c Builds for 4C Builds Identified for Northwest Estates Development (Oct 2026).

309 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Nov 3

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Kalispell is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Kalispell buys from, taken from council records. 405 contracts with 237 vendors.

WESCO INCWest Montana Street Project Recommended for Wesco Award · Nov 2$528,000.00
4C BUILDS4C Builds Identified for Northwest Estates Development · Oct 26Undisclosed
ALPINE GEOTECHNICALAlpine Geotechnical Performs Northwest Estates Testing · Oct 26Undisclosed
BRUINIER & ASSOCIATES INCBruinier & Associates Designs Northwest Estates Homes · Oct 26Undisclosed
RAB SURVEYS LLCRAB Surveys Provides Northwest Estates Site Survey · Oct 26Undisclosed

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Kalispell

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

City of Kalispell currently works with 237 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 70 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 Kalispell?

Small purchases under MT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Kalispell include City of Kalispell — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Kalispell — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Kalispell — 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 Kalispell publish RFPs?

City of Kalispell publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 445 solicitations from City of Kalispell. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Kalispell?

At City of Kalispell, 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 City Clerk, Kalispell Tourism Business Improvement District, Public Works, Parks & 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 70 decision-makers at City of Kalispell.

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What does City of Kalispell spend the most on?

Based on 1,756 tracked contracts, City of Kalispell spends most on Capital Projects (1,272), Public Works (237), Public Safety (106), Grants (77), and Parks & Recreation (64). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Kalispell's current vendors?

City of Kalispell currently works with vendors including WESCO INC, 4C BUILDS, ALPINE GEOTECHNICAL, BRUINIER & ASSOCIATES INC, RAB SURVEYS LLC, HECO ENGINEERS, SWT ENGINEERING, FLATHEAD COUNTY LANDFILL, FLATHEAD COUNTY SOLID WASTE DISTRICT (FCSWD), and JOE JOHNSON EQUIPMENT. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. 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 Kalispell working on?

Based on 24 tracked meetings, City of Kalispell is actively discussing: City of Kalispell — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Kalispell — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Kalispell — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Kalispell Site Development Review: Harris Financial Project Comments, and Kalispell City Council Meeting Summary: AWWTP Upgrades & Zoning Changes. 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 Kalispell have?

City of Kalispell currently has 445 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,272), Public Works (237), and Public Safety (106). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MT's state portal, and other sources.

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