City of Pierre bids, RFPs and contracts
Pierre, South DakotaPop. 13,848 · cityofpierre.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 23 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 75
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 27
- Contracts
- 3,882
- 1,179 vendors
The 30-second brief
75 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Pierre's meetings, most in parks & recreation and environmental services. The latest, from Oct 15: At its October 15, 2026 meeting, the board reviewed two PlayPro playground concepts for Brant's Pond and generally favored the second option. The concepts were described as replacing the existing playground while retaining the swings, with PlayPro's price including removal of existing equipment, excavation, surfacing, and installation. The target was to have the playground operating by spring or summer, with ordering potentially beginning around January 1; final cost and ordering details were still open.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Travel Sd for BID to Review Travel SD Marketing Budget (Oct 2026) and Love Communication for BID to Review Love Communication Marketing Services (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Pierre's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Pierre has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Pierre buys from, taken from council records. 3,882 contracts with 1,179 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Pierre.
Questions about City of Pierre
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Pierre?
City of Pierre currently works with 1,179 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 161 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 Pierre?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Pierre include City of Pierre — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Pierre — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Pierre — 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 Pierre publish RFPs?
City of Pierre publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 27 solicitations from City of Pierre. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Pierre?
At City of Pierre, 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 Water, Wastewater, Streets, 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 161 decision-makers at City of Pierre.
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What does City of Pierre spend the most on?
Based on 1,002 tracked contracts, City of Pierre spends most on Capital Projects (586), Public Works (163), Grants (95), Recreation & Community Services (85), and Parks & Recreation (73). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Pierre's current vendors?
City of Pierre currently works with vendors including TRAVEL SD, LOVE COMMUNICATION, SD TOURISM COALITION, VISIT PIERRE, ASPHALT SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION, SUN MASTERS, JOHNSON CONTROLS, ASSOCIATED POOLS, ALLIED, and PLAYPRO. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, FACILITIES, and MAINTENANCE. 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 Pierre working on?
Based on 26 tracked meetings, City of Pierre is actively discussing: City of Pierre — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Pierre — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Pierre — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Pierre City Commission Meeting: Budget, Purchases, and Agreements, and City Commission Meeting: Infrastructure, Budget, and Procurement Focus. 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 Pierre have?
City of Pierre currently has 27 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (586), Public Works (163), and Grants (95). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.