City of St. Paul bids, RFPs and contracts
OregonPop. 429 · cityofstpaul.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 24 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 6
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 312
- 194 vendors
- Decision makers
- 5
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6 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of St. Paul's meetings, most in utilities and public works. The latest, from Oct 14: City Discussing Cameras and Security Upgrades.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: St. Paul Telephone for security Camera Bid Discussed With St. Paul Telephone ($4100, Nov 2026) and Minnesota Department of Commerce for $72,000 solar grant for Fire Station #3 rooftop installation ($72,000, Jul 2025).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of St. Paul's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of St. Paul buys from, taken from council records. 312 contracts with 194 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of St. Paul.
Questions about City of St. Paul
How do I become an approved vendor for City of St. Paul?
City of St. Paul currently works with 194 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, Grant, Donation, Service, and Memorandum of Agreement. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 5 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 St. Paul?
Small purchases under OR's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of St. Paul include Budget Committee Reviews Minnesota State Demography Presentation, Saint Paul Legislative Hearings: Tax Assessments, Abatements, Registrations, and City of Saint Paul Legislative Hearings: Property and Licensing Matters, 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 St. Paul publish RFPs?
City of St. Paul publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OR's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of St. Paul?
At City of St. Paul, 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 Public Works. 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 5 decision-makers at City of St. Paul.
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What does City of St. Paul spend the most on?
Based on 1,208 tracked contracts, City of St. Paul spends most on Capital Projects (564), Public Works (298), Grants (202), Environmental Services (80), and Public Notices & Legal Advertising (64). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, Grant, Donation, Service, and Memorandum of Agreement. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of St. Paul's current vendors?
City of St. Paul currently works with vendors including ST. PAUL TELEPHONE, MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, MIDWAY MENS CLUB, KAMISH INVOICE, CONTRACTOR PAYMENT, SAINT PAUL POLICE FEDERATION, BRICKLAYERS UNION, BLAZE CREDIT UNION, INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS, and STEAMFITTERS PIPE FITTERS UNION 455. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, Grant, Donation, Service, and Memorandum of Agreement. 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 St. Paul working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, City of St. Paul is actively discussing: Budget Committee Reviews Minnesota State Demography Presentation, Saint Paul Legislative Hearings: Tax Assessments, Abatements, Registrations, City of Saint Paul Legislative Hearings: Property and Licensing Matters, and Saint Paul Property Assessments & Code Compliance Meeting Summary. 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.