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City of Orleans bids, RFPs and contracts

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Latest pre-RFP
Oct 12, 2026
15 days ago
Pre-RFPs
35
5 in the last 30 days
Bids and RFPs
3
None open now
Contracts
753
205 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

35 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Orleans's meetings, most in capital projects and legal & compliance. The latest, from Oct 12: City Planning Bids for 2027 Street Maintenance.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Infrastructure & Maintenance.

How they buy

Latest awards: Dickinson County for orleans Lists Dickinson County Snow Removal Payment ($3,465.00, Oct 2026) and Beck Excavating Inc for orleans Considers Beck Excavating Contract Decrease ($11,852.61 decrease to the contract, Oct 2026).

35 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 12

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Pre-RFP projects

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

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Orleans has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Orleans buys from, taken from council records. 753 contracts with 205 vendors.

Who decides

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

Questions about City of Orleans

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

City of Orleans currently works with 205 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 3 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 Orleans?

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

City of Orleans publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from City of Orleans. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Orleans?

At City of Orleans, 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 / Clerk, Treasurer, Financial Administration, and Police. 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 3 decision-makers at City of Orleans.

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What does City of Orleans spend the most on?

Based on 616 tracked contracts, City of Orleans spends most on Capital Projects (268), Public Works (234), Infrastructure & Maintenance (41), Legal & Compliance (40), and Professional Services (33). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Orleans's current vendors?

City of Orleans currently works with vendors including DICKINSON COUNTY, BECK EXCAVATING INC, REIS RENOVATIONS LLC, BOLTON & MENK, TOWN & COUNTRY DISPOSAL, WEDEKING CONSTRUCTION INC, BLACK HILLS ENERGY, and WASTE MANAGEMENT. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and UTILITIES. 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 Orleans working on?

Based on 15 tracked meetings, City of Orleans is actively discussing: City of Orleans — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Orleans — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Orleans — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Orleans Planning Considers J&M Nelson Enterprises Subdivision Plat, and Orleans City Council Meeting: Zoning, Construction Payments, and Ordinances. 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 Orleans have?

City of Orleans currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (268), Public Works (234), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (41). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, IA's state portal, and other sources.

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