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City of Missoula bids, RFPs and contracts

Missoula, Montana
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 30, 2026
8 days ago
Pre-RFPs
446
20+ in the last 30 days
Open bids
3+
Next due Nov 8
Contracts
6,672
1,781 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

446 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Missoula's meetings, most in parks & recreation and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 30: City Allocates Impact Fees for Fort Missoula Ponds Master Plan.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Transportation and Parks & Recreation.

How they buy

3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 8. Latest awards: Dakota Playground ($445,446.00, Nov 2026) and Gallagher Benefit Services Inc for missoula Claims Gallagher Benefits Consulting Payment ($3,541.67, Oct 2026).

446 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 30

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Open bids and RFPs

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

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Missoula buys from, taken from council records. 6,672 contracts with 1,781 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Missoula

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

City of Missoula currently works with 1,781 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, CONSULTING, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 505 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 Missoula?

Small purchases under MT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Missoula include City of Missoula — 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 Missoula publish RFPs?

City of Missoula publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 478 solicitations from City of Missoula. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Transportation, Parks & Recreation. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Missoula?

At City of Missoula, 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 Recreation, Parks & Recreation, Missoula Aging Services, and Municipal Court. 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 505 decision-makers at City of Missoula.

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What does City of Missoula spend the most on?

Based on 14,907 tracked contracts, City of Missoula spends most on Capital Projects (5,896), Transportation (2,820), Parks & Recreation (2,807), Public Works (2,337), and Grants (1,047). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, CONSULTING, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Missoula's current vendors?

City of Missoula currently works with vendors including DAKOTA PLAYGROUND, GALLAGHER BENEFIT SERVICES INC, and AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, CONSULTING, and SUPPLIES. 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 Missoula working on?

Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Missoula is actively discussing: City of Missoula — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 Missoula have?

City of Missoula currently has 478 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (5,896), Transportation (2,820), and Parks & Recreation (2,807). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MT's state portal, and other sources.

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