City of Portland bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest contract
- Aug 5, 2024
- 2 years ago
- Contracts
- 26
- 11 vendors
- Decision makers
- 10
- Population
- 576
The 30-second brief
Public Works leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Information Technology.
Latest awards: KPH for KPH Inc approved for sewer/water payment ($187,768.08, Aug 2024) and Hub International for hub International wins fire and tornado insurance premium ($8,674.00, Aug 2024).
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Vendors and contracts
Who City of Portland buys from, taken from council records. 26 contracts with 11 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Portland.
Questions about City of Portland
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Portland?
City of Portland currently works with 11 vendors across contract types including Construction, Insurance, Service, Utility Billing Services, and Contractor Services. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 10 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 Portland?
Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Portland include Portland Street Response: Expansion and First Responder Integration, 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 Portland publish RFPs?
City of Portland publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Portland?
At City of Portland, 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 Portland, Parks & Recreation, and City Council. 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 10 decision-makers at City of Portland.
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What does City of Portland spend the most on?
Based on 35 tracked contracts, City of Portland spends most on Public Works (10), Capital Projects (8), Information Technology (7), Infrastructure & Maintenance (6), and Administration & Finance (4). Contract types include Construction, Insurance, Service, Utility Billing Services, and Contractor Services. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Portland's current vendors?
City of Portland currently works with vendors including KPH, HUB INTERNATIONAL, MANTHEY LAWNCARE, PROXIT INC, BLACK MOUNTAIN UTILITY, and RRVWSP. These vendors span contract types like Construction, Insurance, Service, Utility Billing Services, and Contractor Services. 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 Portland working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, City of Portland is actively discussing: Portland Street Response: Expansion and First Responder Integration. 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.