City of Shafer bids, RFPs and contracts
MinnesotaPop. 1,212 · cityofshafer.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 6, 2026
- 31 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 1
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 392
- 211 vendors
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1 pre-RFP (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Shafer's meetings, most in public works. The latest, from Oct 6: Water Treatment Plant and Well Upgrades Considered for State Funding.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Mongé, James for james Mongé Provides Ongoing Legal Services to Shafer (Oct 2026) and Taylors Falls for shafer Approves Light-Up Sign Loan to Taylors Falls (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Shafer's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Shafer has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Shafer buys from, taken from council records. 392 contracts with 211 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Shafer.
Questions about City of Shafer
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Shafer?
City of Shafer currently works with 211 vendors across contract types including LEGAL, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 8 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 Shafer?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Shafer include City of Shafer — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Shafer — 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 Shafer publish RFPs?
City of Shafer publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of Shafer. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Shafer?
At City of Shafer, 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 Council, Public Works, and Administration. 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 8 decision-makers at City of Shafer.
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What does City of Shafer spend the most on?
Based on 471 tracked contracts, City of Shafer spends most on Capital Projects (264), Public Works (144), Environmental Services (28), Public Safety (18), and Public Services (17). Contract types include LEGAL, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, 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 Shafer's current vendors?
City of Shafer currently works with vendors including MONGÉ, JAMES, TAYLORS FALLS, ISG, COMPANION ANIMAL CONTROL, KUBICKI, ED, GUSTAFSONS, PAGE CRAFTERS, REVISE, VISU SEWER, and GUSTAPHSONS. These vendors span contract types like LEGAL, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, 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 Shafer working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, City of Shafer is actively discussing: City of Shafer — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Shafer — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). 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 Shafer have?
City of Shafer currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (264), Public Works (144), and Environmental Services (28). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.