Grand Forks County bids, RFPs and contracts
Grand Forks, North DakotaPop. 74,501 · gfcounty.nd.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 112
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 11
- Contracts
- 13,400
- 2,554 vendors
The 30-second brief
112 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Grand Forks County's meetings, most in public safety and information technology. The latest, from Nov 4: Countywide Concrete Box Culvert Construction Program.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Wells Fargo Credit Card Ending 1747 for library Pays Wells Fargo Card $743 for Operations ($743.12, Oct 2026) and CHAMBER for library Pays The Chamber for Lunch and Learn ($25.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Grand Forks County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Grand Forks County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Grand Forks County buys from, taken from council records. 13,400 contracts with 2,554 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Grand Forks County.
Questions about Grand Forks County
How do I become an approved vendor for Grand Forks County?
Grand Forks County currently works with 2,554 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 79 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 Grand Forks County?
Small purchases under ND's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Grand Forks County include Grand Forks County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Grand Forks County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Grand Forks County — 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 Grand Forks County publish RFPs?
Grand Forks County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and ND's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 11 solicitations from Grand Forks County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Grand Forks County?
At Grand Forks County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Human Services, Community Development, Coroner, and Juvenile Court. 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 79 decision-makers at Grand Forks County.
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What does Grand Forks County spend the most on?
Based on 2,606 tracked contracts, Grand Forks County spends most on Capital Projects (1,680), Grants (397), Public Works (281), Public Safety (137), and Public Services (111). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Grand Forks County's current vendors?
Grand Forks County currently works with vendors including WELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD ENDING 1747, CHAMBER, EDUCATORS' LAB, VOGEL LAW FIRM, AMAZON, BOHLMAN PEST CONTROL, NEW YORK TIMES, U.S. BANK CREDIT CARD, and MADISON NATIONAL. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LEGAL, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Grand Forks County working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Grand Forks County is actively discussing: Grand Forks County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Grand Forks County — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Grand Forks County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Grand Forks County: US2 Roundabout Endorsed, Safety Initiatives Advanced, and Brookstone Apartments PILOT Incentive Approved Amidst Housing Debate. 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 Grand Forks County have?
Grand Forks County currently has 11 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,680), Grants (397), and Public Works (281). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, ND's state portal, and other sources.