City of Orono bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 8,301 · oronomn.gov- Latest contract
- Feb 13, 2023
- 3 years ago
- Bids and RFPs
- 46
- Contracts
- 642
- 333 vendors
- Decision makers
- 15
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Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Public Services.
Latest awards: ARCHIVESOCIAL for city Uses ArchiveSocial for Social Media Archiving (Feb 2023) and ROTARY for orono Accepts Rotary Donation For Firearm Safety ($1,100, Sep 2021).
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Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Orono has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Orono buys from, taken from council records. 642 contracts with 333 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Orono.
Questions about City of Orono
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Orono?
City of Orono currently works with 333 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, INSURANCE, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Orono?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Orono include Orono Issues RFP for Community Survey to Support 2050 Plan Update, 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 Orono publish RFPs?
City of Orono publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 46 solicitations from City of Orono. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Public Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Orono?
At City of Orono, 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 Parks & Recreation. 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 Orono.
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What does City of Orono spend the most on?
Based on 76 tracked contracts, City of Orono spends most on Capital Projects (37), Public Works (18), Public Services (10), Parks & Recreation (7), and Administration & Finance (4). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, INSURANCE, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Orono's current vendors?
City of Orono currently works with vendors including ARCHIVESOCIAL, ROTARY, NORTH SHORE MARINA, GALLAGER, CHUNKS AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES, BLAINE POLICE EXPLORERS PROGRAM, CASCO POINT ICE RINK IMPROVEMENTS AND PARTNERSHIP, and WALTERS PORT. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, INSURANCE, FACILITIES, and CONSTRUCTION. 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 Orono working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Orono is actively discussing: Orono Issues RFP for Community Survey to Support 2050 Plan Update. 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 Orono have?
City of Orono currently has 46 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (37), Public Works (18), and Public Services (10). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.