City of Mounds View bids, RFPs and contracts
Mounds View, MinnesotaPop. 12,786 · moundsviewmn.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 2, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 120
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,917
- 641 vendors
The 30-second brief
120 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Mounds View's meetings, most in public works and administration & finance. The latest, from Nov 2: The November 2, 2026 staff report summarized the city process for assisted living facility (ALF) change-of-occupancy reviews for R1 to R3 conversions. It said applicants must first obtain Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry plan approval, then complete the city Change of Occupancy application, fire/health/life safety inspection, and certificate of occupancy process before Minnesota Department of Health licensure. The report stated Community Development staff spend about 3-4 hours on each application and inspection, and sometimes more because of language barriers and process complexity. The item was informational only.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Fidelity Security Life Insurance Compan for mounds View Approves Vision Insurance Charges ($212.43, Oct 2026) and Trane U.S. Inc for mounds View Approves Trane RTU Repairs ($4,144.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Mounds View's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Mounds View has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Mounds View buys from, taken from council records. 1,917 contracts with 641 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Mounds View.
Questions about City of Mounds View
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Mounds View?
City of Mounds View currently works with 641 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 39 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 Mounds View?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Mounds View include City of Mounds View — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Mounds View — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Mounds View — 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 Mounds View publish RFPs?
City of Mounds View publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from City of Mounds View. 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 Mounds View?
At City of Mounds View, 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 Administration, and Finance. 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 39 decision-makers at City of Mounds View.
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What does City of Mounds View spend the most on?
Based on 1,518 tracked contracts, City of Mounds View spends most on Capital Projects (724), Public Works (361), Recreation & Community Services (159), Grants (138), and Public Safety (136). Contract types include INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, 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 Mounds View's current vendors?
City of Mounds View currently works with vendors including FIDELITY SECURITY LIFE INSURANCE COMPAN, TRANE U.S. INC, GOODIN COMPANY, METLIFE, NORTH METRO FIRE & EMS, METRO COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE, ESS BROTHERS & SONS INC, MIDWEST MACHINERY CO, ICMA RETIREMENT TRUST - 457, and TYLER TECHNOLOGIES INC. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, 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 Mounds View working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, City of Mounds View is actively discussing: City of Mounds View — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Mounds View — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Mounds View — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Mounds View City Council Meeting: Budget, Tax Levy, and Policy Review, and Mounds View City Council Discusses Density, Housing, and 2026 Budget. 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 Mounds View have?
City of Mounds View currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (724), Public Works (361), and Recreation & Community Services (159). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.